Universal Audio Apollo Twin X DUO Gen 2 – Analog Classics is a desktop 10-in / 6-out Thunderbolt 3 audio interface designed for musicians, producers and recording engineers who want detailed audio conversion and real-time UAD processing. Featuring two Unison-enabled microphone preamps, a front-panel instrument input and onboard DUO Core DSP, it lets performers record through compatible preamp, compressor and amplifier emulations with near-zero latency. Gen 2 conversion, optical input expansion and comprehensive monitor control make it a flexible centrepiece for a growing studio, while the included UAD Analog Classics bundle provides a broad selection of recording and mixing tools.

Key features

• 10-in / 6-out Thunderbolt 3 audio interface
• Gen 2 audio conversion at up to 24-bit / 192 kHz
• 2 Unison-enabled microphone preamps
• Front-panel Hi-Z input for guitar or bass
• DUO Core DSP for real-time UAD plug-in processing
• Optical input supporting ADAT or S/PDIF
• Balanced stereo monitor outputs and 2 additional line outputs
• Dedicated stereo headphone output
• Built-in talkback microphone and alternate speaker switching
• Auto-Gain and flexible routing through UAD Console
• Apollo Monitor Correction support powered by Sonarworks
• UAD Analog Classics software bundle included

Overview

Included Content

• Universal Audio Apollo Twin X DUO Gen 2 audio interface
• External power supply
• UAD Analog Classics plug-in bundle, available through registration
• UAD Console and supporting software available to download
• Included software highlights: UA 610-A and 610-B Preamp & EQ, LA-6176 Signature Channel Strip, Teletronix LA-2A Tube Compressor and UA 1176 FET Compressor
• Additional software highlights: Oxide Tape Recorder, Galaxy Tape Echo, Pure Plate Reverb and PolyMAX Polyphonic Synth

Creative Tools

• Record vocals, acoustic instruments and line-level equipment through the two microphone/line inputs, with +48 V phantom power available for condenser microphones.
• Use compatible Unison preamp plug-ins to change the input impedance and gain behaviour of the preamps, bringing the response and character of modelled analogue equipment into the recording process.
• Connect a guitar or bass to the front-panel Hi-Z input and develop a recording tone with compatible amplifier and pedal plug-ins.
• Monitor through UAD compression, equalisation and effects using the two onboard DSP cores. Processing capacity depends on the plug-ins and sample rate selected.
• Use Auto-Gain in UAD Console to help establish recording levels, then manage monitoring, routing and plug-in settings from the same application.
• Expand the recording setup through the optical input by connecting a compatible ADAT preamp or S/PDIF source, allowing additional sources to be recorded when needed.
• Compare mixes through alternate speakers and communicate with performers using the integrated talkback microphone.
• Use Apollo Monitor Correction with the required Sonarworks SoundID Reference software and compatible calibration equipment to refine monitor or headphone playback.
• Shape recordings with the Analog Classics bundle, from tube preamp colour and dynamic control to tape character, echo and plate reverb.

Ideal For

• Music producers
• Vocalists and songwriters
• Guitarists and bassists
• Recording and mixing engineers
• Home and project studios
• Studios requiring optical input expansion
• Musicians seeking real-time UAD processing
• Anyone seeking a desktop interface with integrated monitor control and classic studio software