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

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Key Features

  • Experience pristine audio quality with the Apollo Twin X QUAD interface.
  • Unison mic preamp emulations offer classic studio sound with this audio interface.
  • Record vocals and instruments with near-zero latency for seamless sessions.
  • Harness powerful QUAD Core processing for running UAD plug-ins in real time.
  • Elevate your music production with the included suite of Essentials+ plug-ins.
  • Enjoy seamless Thunderbolt 3 connectivity for fast, reliable performance.
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Universal Audio Apollo Twin X QUAD 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

    819937004575

About Universal Audio Apollo Twin X QUAD Gen 2

Where timeless analog sound meets cutting-edge technology, the Universal Audio Apollo Twin X QUAD Gen 2 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface with Essentials+ Plug-Ins is your gateway to professional-grade music production. This advanced audio interface is designed for musicians and producers who demand the highest quality in audio conversion and real-time processing capabilities.

Featuring elite-class Apollo X Gen 2 converters, the Apollo Twin X delivers unparalleled audio clarity with a dynamic range that captures every nuance of your sound. The dual Unison mic preamps allow you to harness the iconic tones of legendary analog gear from industry giants like Neve, API, Manley, and Fender. This is achieved through impedance-matched analog modeling, which digitally controls mic preamp impedance and gain staging, offering the authentic sound and feel of classic equipment.

The Apollo Twin X's QUAD Core DSP enables you to record through UAD plug-ins in real-time, eliminating latency and allowing you to use renowned plug-ins from Neve, API, Manley, Auto-Tune, and more. With new UAD Console features such as Auto-Gain, Plug-In Scenes, Monitor Controller, and Immersive Audio, you can streamline your workflow and enhance your production efficiency.

Mix with confidence in any environment using Apollo Monitor Correction by Sonarworks, ensuring that your audio is accurately represented whether you're using monitors or headphones. The enhanced Monitor D/A conversion provides the widest dynamic range of any Apollo interface to date, with ultra-low noise and distortion levels (-120 dB THD+N and 129 dB DNR).

The Apollo Twin X also includes a suite of UAD plug-ins with the Essentials+ Editions, featuring channel strips, compressors, equalizers, special processing tools, and more. These include the Fairchild 670 Legacy, Teletronix LA-2A Classic Leveler, Pultec EQP-1A Legacy EQ, and Auto-Tune Realtime Access, among others, giving you access to a vast library of over 200 UAD plug-ins for creating hit-making sounds.

Designed for the next generation of music producers, the Apollo Twin X offers a hybrid system that combines its QUAD Core DSP with your computer's native processing power. This allows for large sessions with complex plug-in chains, providing a powerhouse workflow that surpasses native-only recording setups.

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. Whether you're tracking, mixing, or mastering, the Apollo Twin X ensures that the sound of the stars is always within reach.

Universal Audio Apollo Twin X QUAD Gen 2 Features

  • 10x 6 Thunderbolt audio interface with QUAD 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 pristine audio quality with the Apollo Twin X QUAD interface.
  • Unison mic preamp emulations offer classic studio sound with this audio interface.
  • Record vocals and instruments with near-zero latency for seamless sessions.
  • Harness powerful QUAD Core processing for running UAD plug-ins in real time.
  • Elevate your music production with the included suite of Essentials+ plug-ins.
  • Enjoy seamless Thunderbolt 3 connectivity for fast, reliable performance.

What's in the box:

  • Universal Audio Apollo Twin X QUAD 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