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2021-11-10T17:54:20
great product, the only thing i am still surprised that such a big company selling 2k product without thunderbolt cable. Shocking .
YULIA Z.
2019-07-05T10:10:25
Awesome I/O... I paired my x8 with an PCIe OCTO and can load up all the plugins I need.
James H.
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Tabletop
5x Multi-Segment LED Meter
Analog:
2 Inputs / 6 Outputs at 192 kHz
Digital:
8 Inputs / 0 Outputs at 48 kHz
4 Inputs / 0 Outputs at 96 kHz
2 Inputs / 0 Outputs at 192 kHz
192 kHz / 24-Bit
2
1x Knob
None
-20 dB (Switchable per Channel)
Mic/Line/Hi-Z Inputs:
+10 to +65 dB
75 Hz
Mute per Master
2x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line Input
1x 1/4" TS Unbalanced Hi-Z Input (Front Panel)
2x 1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Monitor Output
2x 1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Line Output
1x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output
48 V, Selectable On/Off (Selectable on Individual Inputs)
1x TOSLINK Optical ADAT / S/PDIF Input (S/MUX4 Support)
1x Thunderbolt/MDP (Thunderbolt 3)
None
None
None
None
None
Mic, Line, Hi-Z Inputs:
20 Hz to 20 kHz +/-0.05 dB
Line Outputs:
20 Hz to 20 kHz +/-0.05 dB
Headphone, Monitor Outputs:
20 Hz to 20 kHz +/-0.1 dB
Mic Inputs:
25.6 dBu (with Pad)
Hi-Z Inputs:
12.2 dBu (Main Gain)
Line Inputs:
20.2 dBu (Min Gain)
Line/Monitor Outputs:
20.2 dBu
96 mW into 300 Ohms (Max)
Mic Inputs:
5.5 Kilohms
Hi-Z Inputs:
1 Megohm
Line Inputs:
10 Kilohms
Line Outputs:
100 Ohms
Monitor Outputs:
100 Ohms
Mic Inputs:
123 dBA
Hi-Z Inputs:
121 dBA
Line Inputs:
122 dBA
Line Outputs:
126 dBA
Monitor Outputs:
127 dBA
Headphone Outputs:
124 dBA
Mic Inputs:
-115 dB (1 kHz, at -1 dBFS)
Hi-Z Inputs:
-108 dB (1 kHz, at -1 dBFS)
Line Inputs:
-114 dB (1 kHz, at -1 dBFS)
Line Outputs:
-117 dB (1 kHz, at -1 dBFS)
Monitor Outputs:
-117 dB
Headphone Outputs:
-98 dB (1 kHz, at -1 dBFS)
Up to 192 kHz (AD/DA Conversion)
None
24-Bit (AD/DA Conversion)
1.1 ms at 96 kHz (Input to Output)
ADAT, Internal, S/PDIF
None
macOS 10.12 / 10.13 / 10.14 / 10.15
Windows 10 (64-Bit, Only)
LUNA Mac Only
Any Core Audio (Mac) Compliant Software (Not Included)
Proprietary
Intel Core i7
6 GB
None
Available Thunderbolt 3 Port
Thunderbolt 3 Cable (Not Included)
Required for Registration and Software/Driver Download
AC/DC Power Adapter (Included)
100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
12 VDC, Center-Positive (Included)
15 W (Maximum)
Kensington Security Slot
32 to 104 Degree F (0 to 40 Degree C)
6.31 x 6.2 x 2.6" (16.03 x 15.7 x 6.6cm)
2.4 lbs (1.1kg) (without Accessories)
UAD at its finest
By YULIA Z.
great product, the only thing i am still surprised that such a big company selling 2k product without thunderbolt cable. Shocking .
Awesome interface for the digital producer
By James H.
Awesome I/O... I paired my x8 with an PCIe OCTO and can load up all the plugins I need.
Take your audio production to the next level with the Apollo Twin X Heritage Edition Desktop 10x6 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface, a pinnacle of professional recording technology. Designed for discerning musicians and producers, this sophisticated interface delivers unparalleled A/D and D/A conversion, boasting the widest dynamic range and lowest noise for any desktop unit.
With its advanced Realtime UAD-2 DUO Core processing, the Apollo Twin X Heritage Edition allows for seamless tracking, overdubbing, and mixing, ensuring your projects benefit from high-quality audio fidelity. The dual Unison-enabled preamps offer near-zero latency and emulate the distinct sonic characteristics of legendary hardware from Neve, Helios, API, and Manley, among others.
The interface's innovative Unison technology is exclusive to Universal Audio, providing an authentic replication of classic tube and solid-state mic preamps. By adjusting the interface's impedance to match the emulated hardware, Unison technology delivers the nuanced tonalities that have shaped countless hit records.
Experience elite-class A/D and D/A conversion that has powered Grammy-winning albums and chart-topping hits. The Apollo Twin X Heritage Edition boasts a remarkable 127 dB dynamic range and an ultra-low -117 dB THD+N, ensuring your recordings are captured with crystal-clear accuracy and rich, organic sound.
The Apollo Twin X is not just an interface; it's a comprehensive analog studio for your desktop. It comes loaded with a full suite of UAD analog emulation plug-ins, including the only authentic Teletronix LA-2A and 1176 compressors, Pultec EQs, and the UA 610-B Tube Preamp. These Realtime Analog Classics plug-ins are the benchmark for hardware emulation, providing the warmth and sonic complexity that analog gear is known for.
Expand your creative palette with access to the full library of award-winning UAD Powered Plug-Ins. These meticulously modeled vintage EQs, compressors, reverbs, tape machines, and more are available at near-zero latency, without overloading your CPU. With emulations from industry giants like Neve, Lexicon, and Fender, you have an endless array of analog sounds at your fingertips.
For guitarists and bassists, the Apollo Twin X includes Unison technology on its front panel instrument input, offering precise emulations of iconic amps such as the Fender '55 Tweed Deluxe and Marshall Plexi Super Lead 1959. This feature ensures that your stringed instruments are recorded with the same legendary tones that have defined generations of music.
The Apollo Twin X is more than just an interface; it's a seamless extension of your creative process, especially when paired with the LUNA Recording System for Mac. This integrated music production application offers Accelerated Realtime Monitoring and a host of built-in features, including genuine Neve summing and Studer tape emulation, to enhance your workflow and inspire your music production.
With additional connections like optical ADAT/SPDIF input, dedicated monitor remote controls, and built-in Talkback mic, the Apollo Twin X provides the essential I/O for professional-grade recordings and mixes. The Heritage Edition further elevates your studio with a curated bundle of five premium UAD titles, offering complete plug-in collections from Teletronix, Pultec, and more, delivering a rich analog warmth to your mixes.
In summary, the Apollo Twin X Heritage Edition Desktop 10x6 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface is the definitive choice for professionals seeking advanced, high-quality, and versatile audio recording solutions. It's an investment in your music, providing the tools to capture, mix, and produce with the utmost fidelity and character.