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Introduction 5Apollo x16 Hardware Manual
Realtime UAD HEXA Core Processing
Apollo x16 features new HEXA Core processing, with six DSP chips and 50% more UAD
plug-in processing power than previous Apollos. This lets you run more UAD plug-ins,
whether you’re tracking in real time with channel strips from Neve, Manley, Helios, or API,
or running high UAD plug-in counts when mixing in your DAW.
From the tube warmth of Pultec EQs on guitars to the musical tube limiting of the LA-2A
on vocals, or the pump of a genuine 1176 or Fairchild 670 tube compressor on drums,
your recordings will take a giant leap forward with a rich, three-dimensional analog sound
that UAD plug-ins provide.
A Full Suite of Classic Analog Processing Onboard
Of course, a hallmark feature of Apollo is its Realtime UAD Processing, letting you run
the full library of UAD plug-ins with near-zero latency. Apollo x16 includes the Realtime
Analog Classics Plus plug-in bundle, so you can record and mix with the world’s only
authentic Teletronix LA-2A, 1176LN, and Fairchild compressors, Pultec EQs, and many more.
Access the World of UAD Powered Plug-Ins
Going beyond the included Realtime Analog Classics Plus plug-ins, Apollo x16 lets you
tap into the full UAD Powered Plug-In library of name-brand vintage EQs, compressors,
reverbs, tape machines, channel strips, and more — at near-zero latency, regardless of
your audio software’s buffer size and without taxing your computer’s CPU.
With exclusive emulations from SSL, Neve, Studer, Manley, API, Ampex, Lexicon, Fender,
and more,* it’s like having a studio full of iconic analog gear, in a single rack space. And
unlike competing interfaces, these award-winning DSP-powered plug-ins are also available
in your DAW for mixing.
Surround Sound Monitoring† and +24dBu Operation
With comprehensive surround monitoring support for formats up to 7.1, Apollo x16 is a
boon for engineers and producers working on audio and music for video games, television,
and the web. In addition, Apollo x16 offers selectable +24 dBu operation for out-of-
the-box compatibility with professional mixing consoles and other high-end pro audio
equipment.
Build a Networked Studio System Over Thunderbolt
Apollo x16 offers 18 x 20 simultaneous inputs/outputs (16 x 16 analog I/O) and two built-
in Thunderbolt 3 ports, which are backwards-compatible with Thunderbolt 1 and 2 Macs
via adapter (sold separately). This allows users of any Thunderbolt-equipped Apollo Twin
or Apollo rackmount audio interfaces to easily combine up to four Apollos and six total
UAD-2 devices — adding fast, high-bandwidth I/O and DSP as your studio grows.
*All trademarks are recognized as property of their respective owners. Individual UAD Powered Plug-Ins sold separately.
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Surround sound support for Apollo X will be in a future software release.
For the latest Apollo X software, visit www.uaudio.com.