Universal Audio Apollo Twin X DUO Gen 2 Audio Interface w/Essentials+ Plug-Ins
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Universal Audio Apollo Twin X DUO Gen 2 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface with Essentials+ Plug-Ins

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Key Features

  • Experience elite audio fidelity with this Thunderbolt 3 audio interface for pristine recordings.
  • Harness the power of UAD plug-ins for real-time audio processing and shaping your unique sound.
  • Achieve ultra-low latency for seamless tracking and mixing, ensuring a responsive workflow.
  • Elevate your home studio with legendary Universal Audio conversion for professional-grade results.
  • Versatile I/O options accommodate any recording setup, from vocals to instruments, effortlessly.
  • Unison- technology lets you emulate classic preamp tones, adding vintage warmth to your tracks.
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Universal Audio Apollo Twin X DUO Gen 2 Specifications

System

System

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  • Simultaneous Channel I/O Count

    10x 6 (ADAT mode) (analog + digital)

  • Microphone Inputs

    Two

  • High Impedance Instrument Inputs

    One (Hi-Z)

  • Analog Line Inputs

    Two

  • Analog Line Outputs

    Two (four including Monitor outputs) (DC coupled)

  • Analog Monitor Outputs

    Two (one stereo pair) (DC coupled)

  • Headphone Output

    One stereo

  • Digital Audio Port

    One input (ADAT or S/PDIF, selectable)

  • Thunderbolt 3 Port

    One

  • Simultaneous A/D conversion

    Two channels

  • Simultaneous D/A conversion

    Six channels

  • Available Sample Rates

    44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192kHz

  • Bit Depth Per Sample

    24

  • Analog Round-Trip Latency

    1.1 milliseconds @ 96 kHz sample rate
    Through four UAD legacy plug-ins (included) via UAD Console software: 1.1 milliseconds @ 96 kHz sample rate (no additional latency via Realtime UAD Processing)

Analog I/O

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  • Microphone Inputs 1 & 2

    Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, +/-0.04 dB
    Dynamic Range: 123 dB (A-weighted)
    THD + Noise (1 kHz @ 24 dBu, -1 dBFS): -115 dB (0.00018%)
    Max Input Level (PAD on): 25 dBu
    Default Input Impedance (variable via Unison plug-ins): 5.4 K Ohm
    Gain Range: +10 dB to +65 dB
    Pad Attenuation: 20 dB (variable via Unison plug-ins)
    Phantom Power (switchable per mic input): +48V
    Connector Type: XLR F, pin 2 positive (Combo XLR/TRS)

  • Hi-Z Input (600 K Ohm input termination)

    Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, +/-0.05 dB
    Dynamic Range: 121 dB (A-weighted)
    THD + Noise (1 kHz @ 11.4 dBu, -1 dBFS): -110 dB (0.00032%)
    Maximum Input Level (at minimum gain): 12.4 dBu
    Default Input Impedance (variable via Unison plug-ins): 1 M Ohm
    Gain Range: +10 dB to +65 dB
    Connector Type: 1/4" Female TS Unbalanced

  • Line Inputs 1 & 2

    Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, +/-0.04 dB
    Dynamic Range: 122 dB (A-weighted)
    THD + Noise (1 kHz @ 19.2 dBu, -1 dBFS): -115 dB (0.00018%)
    Maximum Input Level (reference level @ +4 dBu): 20.2 dBu
    Input Impedance: 10 K Ohm
    Gain Range: +10 dB to +65 dB
    Connector Type: 1/4" Female TRS Balanced

  • Line Outputs 1 & 2

    Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, +/-0.01 dB
    Dynamic Range: 127 dB (A-weighted)
    THD + Noise (1 kHz @ 19.2 dBu, -1 dBFS): -119 dB (0.00011%)
    Maximum Output Level: Reference level @ +4 dBu: 20.2 dBu
    Maximum Output Level: Reference level @ -10 dBV: 14.5 dBu
    Output Impedance: 100 Ohm
    Connector Type: 1/4" Female TRS Balanced

  • Monitor Outputs L & R

    Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, +/-0.04 dB
    Dynamic Range: 129 dB (A-weighted)
    THD + Noise (1 kHz @ 19.2 dBu, -1 dBFS): -120 dB (0.0001%)
    Maximum Output Level: 20.2 dBu
    Output Impedance: 100 Ohm
    Connector Type: 1/4" Female TRS Balanced

  • Stereo Headphone Outputs

    Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, +/-0.01 dB
    Dynamic Range: 124 dB (A-weighted)
    THD + Noise: 300 Ohm load (1 kHz @ 14.4 dBu, -1 dBFS): -112 dB (0.00025%)
    THD + Noise: 600 Ohm load (1 kHz @ 14.8 dBu, -1 dBFS): -114 dB (0.00019%)
    Maximum Output Level: 300 Ohm load (1 kHz @ 14.4 dBu, -1 dBFS): 15.4 dBu
    Maximum Output Level: 600 Ohm load (1 kHz @ 14.8 dBu, -1 dBFS): 15.8 dBu

  • Stereo Headphone Outputs (Contd.)

    Maximum Output Power (RMS): 300 Ohm load (1 kHz @ 14.4 dBu, -1 dBFS): 69 mW
    Maximum Output Power (RMS): 600 Ohm load (1 kHz @ 14.8 dBu, -1 dBFS): 38 mW
    Connector Type: 1/4" Female TRS Stereo

Digital Input

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  • Digital Audio Port

    One input (ADAT or S/PDIF, selectable)

  • Connector Type

    Optical TOSLINK JIS F05

  • S/PDIF Channels

    One stereo input

  • S/PDIF Channels

    One stereo input

  • Format

    S/PDIF: IEC 958
    ADAT: ADAT Lightpipe with S/MUX

  • Supported Sample Rates

    S/PDIF: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96kHz
    ADAT: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192kHz

  • Channel Assignments @ 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz

    Channels 1 - 8

  • Channel Assignments @ 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz

    Channels 1 - 4

  • Channel Assignments @ 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz

    Channels 1 - 2

  • Internal, ADAT, S/PDIF

    Conditional per selected digital input type

Electrical

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  • Power Supply

    External AC-to-DC Power Supply, Level VI compliant

  • AC Input Connector Type

    IEC C8, non-polarized

  • AC Requirements

    100V - 240V AC, = 50 - 60 Hz, 1.2 A MAX

  • DC Connector Type

    Male barrel plug, 2.1 mm x 5.5 mm, center positive

  • DC Requirements

    12 VDC, +/-5%

  • Maximum Power Consumption

    15 Watts (when portable host computer not charging)

  • Ambient Temperature Range

    32 to 104 Degree F (0 to 40 Degree C)

Physical

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  • Dimensions (W x H x D)

    Chassis Only: 6.31 x 2.59 x 5.89" (160.34 x 65.81 x 149.59mm)
    Including Knob & Jack Protrusions: 6.31 x 2.59 x 6.14" (160.34 x 65.81 x 156.1mm)

  • Weight

    2.29 lbs (1.04kg)

Other

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  • UPC Code

    819937004568

About Universal Audio Apollo Twin X DUO Gen 2

An exceptional tool for music creators, the Universal Audio Apollo Twin X DUO Gen 2 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface with Essentials+ Plug-Ins offers a seamless blend of timeless analog sound and cutting-edge digital technology. This advanced audio interface is designed to deliver the highest-resolution audio conversion, featuring elite-class Apollo X Gen 2 converters that provide an unprecedented dynamic range and ultra-low noise recording. With a studio-grade D/A conversion boasting -120 dB THD+N and 129 dB DNR, the Apollo Twin X ensures your recordings are captured with remarkable clarity and precision.

Equipped with dual Unison mic preamps, the Apollo Twin X allows you to emulate the tone and feel of iconic analog gear from industry giants like Neve, API, Manley, and Fender. This impedance-matched analog modeling technology recreates the authentic sound and character of classic equipment, giving your recordings the rich analog textures that have defined countless legendary tracks.

The Apollo Twin X's DUO Core DSP enables real-time recording through UAD plug-ins without latency, allowing you to harness the power of renowned plug-ins from Neve, API, Manley, Auto-Tune, and more. With the Essentials+ Editions, you gain access to a comprehensive suite of UAD plug-ins, including Auto-Tune, Fairchild, Teletronix, and many others, providing you with a versatile toolkit for crafting professional-grade mixes.

Designed for modern music producers, the Apollo Twin X features enhanced monitoring capabilities with Apollo Monitor Correction by Sonarworks, ensuring accurate sound reproduction whether you're mixing through monitors or headphones. The professional headphone monitoring system delivers 124 dB DNR and -112 dB (0.00025%) THD+N into 300 Ohm, offering clean and powerful amplification for precise audio assessment.

The Apollo Twin X also introduces new UAD Console features such as Auto-Gain, Plug-In Scenes, Monitor Controller, and Immersive Audio, streamlining your workflow and enhancing your creative process. This hybrid system combines the DUO Core DSP with your computer's native processing, enabling you to manage large sessions with complex plug-in chains effortlessly.

As your studio grows, the Apollo Twin X can expand with you. Connect up to four Thunderbolt Apollo interfaces for up to 128 channels of premium I/O, all controlled from your desktop. This scalability ensures that no matter how ambitious your projects become, the Apollo Twin X remains a central component of your studio setup.

Included with the Essentials+ Plug-Ins are a variety of channel strips, compressors, equalizers, special processing tools, instruments, delay and modulation effects, reverbs, and guitar and bass amplifiers. These plug-ins, such as the Century Tube Channel Strip, Teletronix LA-2A Classic Leveler, Pultec EQP-1A Passive EQ, and Marshall Plexi Classic Amplifier, provide you with the sonic versatility needed to achieve professional results across a wide range of musical genres. With the Universal Audio Apollo Twin X DUO Gen 2, you're equipped to create music with the sound quality and flexibility that professional studios demand.

Universal Audio Apollo Twin X DUO Gen 2 Features

  • 10x 6 Thunderbolt audio interface with DUO Core DSP plug-in processing
  • Two Unison mic preamps, Hi-Z instrument input, optical Toslink input (ADAT or S/PDIF)
  • Two 1/4" monitor outs, two 1/4" line outs (ALT), one 1/4" TRS headphone out
  • Elite-class Apollo X Gen 2 converters with 24-bit / 192 kHz resolution
  • Enhanced D/A for critical monitoring and playback with 129 dB dynamic range
  • Calibrate your main monitor and headphone outputs with Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks
  • Fully-featured monitor controller with alternate speaker switching and integrated talkback for easy communication with talent
  • Updated UAD Console app featuring Auto-Gain, Plug-In Scenes, subwoofer integration with Bass Management, immersive audio support, and more
  • Onboard DSP supports over 200 UAD plug-ins via VST, AU, and AAX 64 formats in all major DAWs
  • Includes up to 20+ UAD plug-ins with Essentials+ Editions
  • Compatible with LUNA, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, and more
  • Expandable with Thunderbolt Apollo interfaces
  • Free industry-leading technical support from knowledgeable audio engineers

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months for parts and 12 months for labor.

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Key Features

  • Experience elite audio fidelity with this Thunderbolt 3 audio interface for pristine recordings.
  • Harness the power of UAD plug-ins for real-time audio processing and shaping your unique sound.
  • Achieve ultra-low latency for seamless tracking and mixing, ensuring a responsive workflow.
  • Elevate your home studio with legendary Universal Audio conversion for professional-grade results.
  • Versatile I/O options accommodate any recording setup, from vocals to instruments, effortlessly.
  • Unison- technology lets you emulate classic preamp tones, adding vintage warmth to your tracks.

What's in the box:

  • Universal Audio Apollo Twin X DUO Gen 2 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface
  • Essentials+ Plug-Ins
  • External Power Supply
  • AC Power Cable (IEC C7/Non-Polarized)
  • Universal Audio 1 Year Limited Warranty