{"product_id":"universal-audio-apollo-x8-gen-2-thunderbolt-audio-interface-with-essentials-bundle-mint-open-box","title":"Universal Audio Apollo x8 Gen 2 Thunderbolt Audio Interface with Essentials+ Bundle - Mint, Open Box","description":"\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"video-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/q8wI6Ctd91w?si=z1Ngv6gXXtSEe_yf\u0026amp;status=ok\u0026amp;rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" listtype=\"playlist\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eExperience the Gold-Standard in Audio Recording - The Universal Audio Apollo x8 Gen 2 Thunderbolt Audio Interface with Essentials+ Bundle\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUA's next generation of Apollo x8 interfaces is here, for studio producers who need highest-resolution audio conversion, four Unison™ mic preamps, and HEXA Core DSP processing for recording and mixing with world-class UAD plug-ins from Auto-Tune, Neve, Manley, Avalon, SSL, and hundreds more.\n\nTrusted by top producers and engineers around the globe who need elite-class Apollo X sound and DSP power with more inputs and outputs, Apollo x8 brings legendary UA craftsmanship and the sound of the stars right to your rack. \n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \n\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e18 x 24 Thunderbolt audio  interface with HEXA Core DSP plug-in processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFour UnisonTM mic  preamps, two Hi-Z instrument inputs, eight 1\/4\" line inputs, two optical  Toslink I\/O (ADAT S\/MUX), RCA coaxial I\/O (S\/PDIF), word clock I\/O (BNC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo 1\/4\" monitor outs, eight  1\/4\" line outs (ALT \/ 7.1 surround), two 1\/4\" TRS headphone outs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eElite-class Apollo X Gen 2  converters with 24-bit \/ 192 kHz resolution featuring Dual-Crystal Clocking for  ultra-low jitter at all sample rates \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnhanced D\/A for critical  monitoring and playback with 130 dB dynamic range and astonishingly low THD of  -127 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCalibrate your main monitor and  headphone outputs with Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks®*\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFully-featured monitor controller  with alternate speaker switching and integrated talkback for easy communication  with talent\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUpdated UAD Console app featuring  Auto-Gain, Plug-In Scenes, subwoofer integration with Bass Management,  immersive audio support, and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOnboard DSP supports over 200 UAD  plug-ins via VST, AU, and AAX 64 formats in all major DAWs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes up to 50+ UAD plug-ins  with Essentials+ or Studio+ Editions \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with LUNA, Logic Pro,  Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, and more**\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExpandable with Thunderbolt Apollo  interfaces or select models over Dante\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFree industry-leading technical  support from knowledgeable audio engineers\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eComputer Connectivity:Thunderbolt 3 (cable sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eForm Factor:Rackmount\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSimultaneous I\/O:18 x 24\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA\/D Resolution:24-bit\/192kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNumber of Preamps:4 x mic, 2 x instrument\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePhantom Power:Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnalog Inputs:4 x XLR (mic\/line), 2 x 1\/4\" (Hi-Z), 8 x 1\/4\" (line)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnalog Outputs:2 x 1\/4\" (monitor), 8 x 1\/4\" (alt\/7.1 surround)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDigital Inputs:1 x Coax (S\/PDIF), 2 x Optical Toslink (ADAT\/SMUX)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDigital Outputs:1 x Coax (S\/PDIF), 2 x Optical Toslink (ADAT\/SMUX)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeadphones:2 x 1\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThunderbolt:2 x USB-C (Thunderbolt 3)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClock I\/O:In\/Out (75 ohm termination switch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSoftware:UA Studio+ Edition Plug-ins\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOS Requirements - 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