Universal Audio Apollo X8 Thunderbolt Mk3 Audio Interface

The Universal Audio Apollo x8 is a truly world class audio interface packed with the very best features in sound quality, processing and preamps. UA have 60 years of audio knowledge and thousands of chart-topping record experience packed into their flagship rackmount X series. This 18x24 interface boasts completely new and future-proof A/D and D/A conversion, Unison preamps and HEXA Core processing. The Apollo challenges to be the very best at any price for professional recording.Compatible with Mac and PC.[video_1]Sample rate and bit depthThe Apollo x8 uses 24-bit/192 kHz A/D/A converters with newly designed analog circuitry to deliver optimum audio quality between 129 dB dynamic range and -118 dB. This has some of the lowest signal-to-noise ratio of any interface ever created.You&rsquo;ll have as close to zero latency possible in your signal path using Thunderbolt connectivity and real time processing. Guaranteed to cut out tracking lag and attain 50% more DSP performance when running multiple UAD plug-ins. There&rsquo;s plenty of versatility too with switchable +24 and +20 dBu headroom settings. This allows you to connect with varying pro-level studio gear when needed. You can also work in 7.1 surround sound using speaker calibration, to get the most authentic listening experience. Integrated talkback allows for built-in cues and easy communication.If you need more I/O&rsquo;s, combine with up to four more Thunderbolt-equipped Apollos. The x8 benefits from backwards compatibility with Thunderbolt 1 and 2. Surround Monitoring and Dual-Crystal ClockingWith comprehensive 5.1 surround monitoring support, Apollo x8 is a boon for engineers and producers working on audio and music for video games, television, and the web. In addition, Apollo x8 offers selectable +24 dBu operation for out-of-the-box compatibility with professional mixing consoles and other high-end pro audio equipment.The Apollo X series also introduces new Dual-Crystal clocking &mdash;featuring dedicated crystal oscillators for 44.1/88.2/176.4 kHz and 48/96/192 kHz sample rates &mdash;resulting in stunningly low jitter, measured at less than 10 picoseconds at all sample rates. This translates into pure, artifact-free recordings and solid stereo imaging you can trust.Plug-insExpect a huge dynamic range headroom and a natural, crisp voicing from the elite Unison preamps. Emulate the likes of Neve, API, Manley and more using the intuitive plug-in. You&#39;ll have access to input impedance, gain stage &ldquo;sweet spots,&rdquo; and the component-level circuit behaviors of the original hardware. The secret to Unison&#39;s excellency is its hardware-software integration between Apollo&rsquo;s mic preamps and its onboard Realtime UAD processing.Included is the Realtime Analog Classics Plus Bundle plug-in for a huge array of tonal options. Featuring Marshall Plexi Ampeg, Pultec and Fairchild modelling EQ. You can get stuck in with plenty of effects too, such as expertly programmed compression, distortion, reverb and delay.Your recordings will improve greatly with the rich, three-dimensional analog sound provided by the likes of Pulteq EQ for guitars and a Fairchild 670 tube compressor on drums. The Apollo x8 is compatible with all major DAWs, such as Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase and Ableton.Specifications18 x 24 (8 x 14 analog I/O) Thunderbolt 3 audio interface with class-leading 24-bit/192 KHz conversion Realtime UAD HEXA Core Processing for tracking through UAD plug-ins at near-zero latency, regardless of audio buffer size Record through 4 Unison-enabled mic/line preamps &mdash; giving you fully authentic preamp emulations from Neve, API, Manley, SSL, and more</l