The Universal Audio Apollo X6 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface boasts class-leading conversion and outstanding audio fidelity. This Heritage Edition version comes complete with ten additional award-winning UAD plugins (worth over 2400 USD) for added processing power (see below for more info). The Apollo X6 offers two pristine-sounding Unison microphone preamps delivering the wide dynamic range and lowest signal to noise ratio available. Track and mix with precision thanks to the new powerful new HEXA core processing providing you with six onboard UAD DSP chips. The 16 x 22 Thunderbolt 3 audio interface comes complete with Realtime Analog Classic Plus UAD plug-in bundle featuring a wide range of high-end emulation plugins. LIMITED OFFER: Until 31st December 2023 Universal Audio are giving customers a chance to claim a Sphere LX Modeling Microphone (Worth 1420 GBP) – absolutely FREE! For full details see below.
FREE Sphere DLX Modelling Microphone – limited time only! Until the 31st December customers who purchase this Apollo interface can claim the Universal Audio Sphere DLX Modelling Microphone – absolutely FREE! The perfect companion for the Apollo interface the Sphere DLX Modelling microphone is a powerful condenser microphone that allows you to emulate the sound of a range of iconic mics. From vintage classics to modern-day legends; the Sphere DLX features 38 varying microphone models to choose from including ribbon dynamic and condenser mics. To claim this offer simply purchase this interface and register the Apollo with Universal Audio. Exclusive Heritage Edition plugin bundle Retaining all the same features of the Apollo x6 the Heritage Edition expands the plug-in library providing ten new award-winning UAD plugins titles (worth over 2400 USD) in addition to the UAD analog plugin bundle. The new plugins include meticulously crafted collections from: Helios Fairchild Teletronix Pultec and Universal Audio. These plugins span everything from classic equalisers to cutting-edge recorders and preamplifiers. Now compatible with MacOS Big Sur As of 16/12/20 UAD plugins Apollo interfaces and LUNA are now compatible with MacOS Big Sur. Universal Audio are still in the process of ensuring that their products are optimised to work with Apple computers that feature M1 silicon chips. It is also important to know before updating/upgrading that MacOS Big Sur is only compatible with Thunderbolt and PCIE-based devices. This means that UA FireWire devices are now incompatible. For more information please click here. LUNA New to 1.1: The latest update from the LUNA is the gift that keeps on giving! Versions is an incredible addition. This handy feature allows you to keep on top of the production process and track your progress as you go. Youll be able to create “bookmarks” to highlight significant milestones which can easily be referred back to at any stage. Whats more mixing and editing just got easier with all-new track groupings. This feature will streamline your workflow allowing you to work quickly whilst still being precise. The inclusion of a redesigned MIDI clock output enables you to effortlessly integrate your favourite grooveboxes and workstations. It is also now possible to drag and drop MIDI files directly from virtual instruments! Work the way you want with LUNA technology. Universal Audio built their DAW LUNA from the ground up. Their aim was to bring audio recording into a new era. Following a high-quality range of vintage emulations and innovative plugins it is obvious that Universal Audio don’t settle for second best and strive to give you their all. LUNA is no exception. Youll be free to integrate your favourite DSP powered plugins when recording completely free of latency. Thanks to accelerated real time modelling youll also be provided with analog-style recording and overdubbing via your Apollos on-board DSP acceleration. Hark back to the golden age of recording with Neve summing from the iconic 80s series console. Youll be able to add warmth and richness to your tracks from the very series of desk that is associated with seminal albums from the likes of Nirvana Dire Straits and Pink Floyd. The Studer A800 Tape Recorder extension allows you to add the warmth and punch associated with magnetic tape introducing various levels of harmonics and saturation into your signal flow. With a highly realistic Steinway Model B piano Moog Minimoog emulation a wide array of premium samples from Spitfire Audio and unlimited track count. Youll have nothing holding you back from making the greatest sounding records of your life. Please Note: This is a free download for mac users who own a Thunderbolt Arrow or Apollo interface. It is not yet compatible with Windows. Elite class-leading audio conversion The Apollo X6 one of the latest additions to Universal Audio’s revered Apollo series. The Apollo interface series is renowned for its exceptional audio fidelity and class-leading audio conversion. The Apollo X6 builds on this by incorporating new realtime UAD HEXA core processing. It delivers elite-class audio conversion as well as the ability to record with near-zero latency through the included preamp emulations. The custom A/D and D/a converters provide high-end 24-bit/192kHz audio fidelity. The all-new analog circuitry delivers exceptional sound reproduction providing pristine sound. The interface provides 129 dB dynamic range and -118 dB THD+N making it perfect for a wide range of sound sources. The 26 x 22 interface includes two Unison-enabled mic preamps as well as switchable headroom settings for pro-level studio gear. Two unison microphone preamps provide pristine sound Universal Audio’s Unison microphone preamp technology delivers exceptional sound reproduction with strict attention to detail. The Unison technology allows you to use your Unison-enabled mic preamp simulations with your microphone. The Unison technology allows you to faithfully recreate the sweet tones of classic studio gear and preamps. Realtime UAD HEXA core processing The Apollo X6 features all-new HEX Core processing. This unique technology utilises six DSP chips providing up to percent more UAD plugin processing power than previous Apollo interfaces. This gives you the ability to run more UAD plugins simultaneously. The UAD plugins available provide realtime processing of your sound sources. They span from classic recreations of Pultec EQs to cutting-edge preamp emulations. This takes your recording capabilities to the next level allowing you to achieve rich three-dimensions analog sound. Analog classic plus UAD plug-in bundle The Apollo X6 comes complete with the Realtime Analog Classic Plus plug-in bundle. This bundle includes faithful recreations of classic outboard gear including authentic emulations of the Teletronix LA-2A 1176LN and Fairchild compressors. It also boasts guitar and bass amp emulations from Marshall and Ampeg for classic-sounding instrument tones. The bundle provides you with definitive emulations of the most iconic analog signal processors in recording history. Additional UAD plugins are available from a versatile library of exclusive emulations. The emulations span some of the most iconic outboard gear and signal processors. The meticulously crafted emulations are designed to sound and react like the hardware they are based on. It virtually gives you a studio full of iconic analog gear in a single rack space. Surround sound monitoring and +24dBu operation The interface also provides comprehensive support for 5.1 surround sound ideal for audio/visual work. This is ideal for sound engineers and producers working on audio and music for TV video games and more. It also includes selectable +24 dBu operation for compatibility with mixing consoles and high-end pro audio equipment. It also features integrated talkback and built-in cues for communicating with artists. Build a networked studio system One of the most unique features of the interface is the ability to combine up to four Apollo and six UAD-2 devices. This opens up a whole new world of possibilities when it comes to high-end studio projects. The interface features two integrated Thunderbolt 3 ports which are backwards-compatible with Thunderbolt 1 and 2 macs**. This can grow your processing power adding fast high-bandwidth I/O and DSP as your setup grows. Ergonomic design versatile connectivity The robust and rack-mountable design only takes up a single rack space within your setup. This powerful interface works great as a centrepiece for any professional studio with illuminated controls for low-light studio sessions. The front of the interface features two Hi-Z instrument inputs located next to the large Preamp volume control. The front-panel also features built-in buttons for enabling/disabling features and parameters. Buttons included allow you to turn on the Phantom Power Pad enable the high-pass filter and switch between inputs. There is also a crisp detailed monitoring panel on the front that displays all the information about your volume levels inputs and sample rate. The rear of the Apollo x6 features six outputs for surround sound as well as dual main monitor outputs. Six line inputs are also included as well as two XLR microphone inputs. In addition to the the two Thunderbolt 3 connections the rear features S/PDIF connectivity Word Clock and the ADAT S/MUX connectivity. Heritage Edition plugin bundle UA 1176 Classic Limiter Collection Teletronix LA-2A Classic Leveler Collection Pultec Passive EQ Collection Fairchild Tube Limiter Collection Teletronix LA 3A Audio Leveler UA 610 Tube Preamp & EQ Collection Helios Type 69 Preamp & EQ Collection V76 Preamplifier Oxide Tape Recorder Pure Plate Reverb Realtime Analog UAD Powered Plugins Bundle UA 610-B (Unison) 1176LN Legacy 1176SE Legacy Ampeg SVT-VR Classic (Unison) Marshall Plexi Classic (Unison) Precision Channel Strip Precision Reflection Engine Precision Delay Mod Precision Delay Mod L Pultec EQP-1A Legacy Pultec-Pro Legacy Teletronix LA-2A Legacy Raw Distortion (Unison) RealVerb Pro Precision Enhancer Hz Fairchild 670 Legacy Features 16 x 22 Thunderbolt 3 premium-grade audio interface Two Unison enabled microphone preamps Experience elite-class A/D and D/A conversion nearing the widest dynamic range and lowest signal to noise ratio available — at any price Track and mix with powerful HEXA Core processing featuring 6 UAD DSP chips for running more award-winning UAD Powered Plug-Ins in real time Record with near-zero latency through preamp emulations from Neve API Manley Fender and more using Unison™ technology* Easily connect to pro-level studio gear with switchable +24 / +20 dBu headroom settings Work in surround formats up to 5.1* complete with speaker calibration and fold-down Integrated talkback and built-in cues for easy communication and slating takes Surround monitor controller up to 5.1 format* Includes “Realtime Analog Classics Plus” UAD plug-in bundle featuring UA 610-B Tube Preamp Legacy Pultec EQ LA-2A and 1176 compressors; Marshall Plexi Classic; Ampeg SVT-VR Classic and more Combine up to 4 Thunderbolt-equipped Apollos and 6 total UAD devices; backward-compatible with Thunderbolt 1 and 2 via optional adapter Selectable +24 dBu operation for easy compatibility with professional mixing consoles and tape machines Convenient front panel monitoring functions including Alt Speakers Talkback mic and assignable Dim or Mono Uncompromising UA analog design superior components and premium build quality Free industry-leading technical support — on the phone and online — from knowledgeable audio engineers Specifications Product Code: APX6-HE
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