The Universal Audio Apollo x4 Thunderbolt is an exceptional device that allows you to record with elite level A/D and D/A conversion – thanks to four Unison-enabled preamps. These amazing preamps work brilliantly with the QUAD Core realtime plug-in processing. 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 onboard preamps enable you to use the range of Universal Audios plugins during the recording stage. Meaning you can add digital preamp emulation or compression at the recording stage of your workflow. All of this amazing technology is housed in the super sleek case and connectivity is provided by Thunderbolt 3 – for ultra-fast communication. LIMITED OFFER: Until 31st December 2023 Universal Audio are giving customers a chance to claim a Sphere LX Modeling Microphone (Worth 945 GBP) – absolutely FREE! For full details see below.
FREE Sphere LX Modelling Microphone – limited time only! Until the 31st December customers who purchase this Apollo interface can claim the Universal Audio Sphere LX Modelling Microphone – absolutely FREE! The perfect companion for the Apollo interface the Sphere LX 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 LX features 20 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 x4 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. Exceptional audio conversion Delivering next level conversion. The powerful A/D and D/A converters are designed to get the most out of your music recording sessions. These converters are built upon Universal Audios 60-year heritage of pro-tier audio craftsmanship. Outshining the competition – the Apollo x4 is the final word in desktop audio interfaces. Unison-enabled mic preamps deliver stunning sound quality The Apollo x4 features four Unison-enabled preamps for live recording in your studio. These preamps mean you can get the best results from UAs amazing preamp emulations. These include Neve Helios API Manley UA and many more. This gives you a truly crisp sound which gives you a range of sound profiles – from tube to solid-state. Realtime processing for powering amazing plugins The Apollo interfaces have a lineage of exceptional processing power. Helping your studio computer power the superb plugins – sold separately – available from Universal Audio. The UAD-2 QUAD Core processing outboard gives your computer a much-needed boost to handle a range of different plugins – even at the recording stage. This is all at near-zero latency – so you know youre getting the best quality possible – no matter how powerful your central machine is. Can be scaled when needed Looking to expand your studio recording capabilities down the line. The Apollo x4 allows you to easily connect up to four Thunderbolt Apollos and a total of six UAD-2 devices – meaning you can expand your studio as and when you need to. If you add a rack-mountable Apollo to your system you can control it with the Apollo x4 monitor control features. A multitude of I/O options The Apollo x4 comes with a wide range of inputs and outputs to help you get the job. As well as the main inputs there are also outputs for two headphones and also two inputs for Hi-Z instrument inputs. Combined with four line outs and ADAT/SPDIF input and out – you wont be stuck for connectivity options. 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 Features Desktop 12 x 18 Thunderbolt 3 audio interface for Mac and Windows Elite-class A/D and D/A conversion derived from the Apollo X rackmount interfaces 4 Unison mic preamps offer stunning models of classic tube and transformer-based mic preamps and guitar amps UAD-2 QUAD Core processing for tracking through vintage compressors EQs tape machines mic preamps and guitar amp plug-ins with near-zero latency 2 Unison-enabled front-panel Hi-Z instrument inputs 2 independent front-panel headphone outputs Built-in Talkback mic for communication with studio talent and recording slate cues Dedicated monitor functionality including monitor remote functions and Mono Mute DIM and ALT monitor controls Up to 8 channels of additional digital input and output via optical ADAT and S/PDIF Includes the “Realtime Analog Classics Plus” UAD plug-in bundle featuring the Teletronix LA-2A and 1176 compressors Pultec EQs UA 610-B Tube Preamp & EQ and more Runs UAD Powered Plug-Ins via VST RTAS AU and AAX 64 in all major DAWs Uncompromising analog design superior components and premium build quality Free industry-leading technical support — on the phone and online — from knowledgeable audio engineers Specifications Microphone Inputs: Four High Impedance (Hi-Z) Instrument: Inputs Two Analog Line Inputs: Four Analog Line Outputs (DC coupled): Four (six including Monitor outputs) Analog Monitor Outputs (DC coupled): Two (one stereo pair) Headphone Output: Two stereo Digital Input Port: One (ADAT or S/PDIF selectable) Digital Output Port: One (ADAT or S/PDIF selectable) Thunderbolt 3 Port One Simultaneous A/D conversion: Four channels Simultaneous D/A conversion: Ten channels Supported Sample Rates (kHz): 44.1 48 88.2 96 176.4 192 Bit Depth Per Sample: 24 Analog Round-Trip Latency: 1.1 milliseconds @ 96 kHz sample rate Analog Round-Trip Latency through four UAD legacy plug-ins (included) via Console software: 1.1 milliseconds @ 96 kHz sample rate (no additional latency via Realtime UAD Processing) Dimensions (WxHxD): 9.17” (23.30 cm) x 2.60” (6.60 cm) x 5.95” (15.11 cm) Weight (bare unit): 1.46kg (3.2lbs) Product Code: APX4=HE
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