Universal Audio Apollo X16 Heritage Edition 16-Channel Thunderbolt Audio Interface With UAD DSP

Special-edition audio Interface for Mac and Windows.

The Apollo X16 16-Channel thunderbolt audio interface with UAD DSP heritage edition from Universal Audio provides an advanced recording solution for professional musicians and audio engineers. Featuring premium 24-bit/192 kHz A/D and D/A conversion, six HEXA Core UAD plug-in processors and deep integration with UA's LUNA Recording System, the Apollo X16 delivers an intuitive workflow and industry-leading sound.

Premium A/D and D/A Conversion for High-Resolution Audio
With class-leading 24-bit/192 kHz converters and all-new analog circuitry, the Apollo X16 provides an ultra-clean signal path to capture audio with pristine clarity and depth. You'll hear the nuances in every track, from the warmth of vocals to the resonance of acoustic instruments.

Realtime UAD HEXA Core Processing with 50 Percent More Power
The Apollo X16 features six HEXA Core UAD plug-in processors, providing 50-percent more processing power than previous Apollos. Run more UAD plug-ins in real time, whether you're tracking with Unison preamps or mixing with vintage emulations from API, Neve, Helios and more. With lower DSP loads, you'll experience less latency and optimal performance from your plug-ins.

Seamless Integration with LUNA Recording System
The Apollo X16 works with all major DAWs but pairs perfectly with the LUNA Recording System, UA's fully integrated recording software. Featuring Accelerated Realtime Monitoring and unlimited track counts, LUNA provides an intuitive single-window workflow to record, overdub and mix with UAD plug-ins. Access exclusive LUNA Instruments and Extensions designed for music production.

Professional Connectivity and Compatibility
With surround sound monitoring up to 7.1, +24dBu operation for mixing console compatibility and two Thunderbolt 3 ports to connect multiple interfaces, the Apollo X16 is built for professional studios. Build a powerful recording system by daisy-chaining up to four Apollos and six total UAD-2 devices over Thunderbolt.
Features
A special edition of UA's acclaimed Apollo x16 interface—with a premium suite of 10 award-winning plug-in titles from Helios, Fairchild, Teletronix, Pultec, UA and more—a $2,400 value
18 x 20 Thunderbolt 3 audio interface with class-leading 24-bit/192 kHz conversion
Realtime UAD HEXA Core Processing for tracking through UAD plug-ins at near-zero latency, regardless of audio buffer size
LUNA Recording System—a fully-integrated recording application made for Apollo (Mac only)
Compatible with Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live and more
Surround monitor controller up to 7.1 format
UAD HEXA Core processing onboard for additional mixing horsepower for Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, Ableton and other major DAWs
Combine up to 4 Thunderbolt-equipped Apollos and 6 total UAD devices; backward-compatible with Thunderbolt 1 and 2 Macs via optional adapter
Selectable +24 dBu operation for easy compatibility with professional mixing consoles and tape machines
Uncompromising UA analog design, superior components, and premium build quality
Free, industry-leading technical support—on the phone and online—from knowledgeable audio engineers
Included in Apollo Heritage Edition 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
Included in the Realtime Analog Classics Plus Bundle UA 610-B
UA 1176LN Legacy
UA 1176SE Legacy
Ampeg SVT-VR Classic
Fairchild 670 Legacy
Marshall Plexi Classic
Precision Channel Strip (Precision Mix Rack Collection)
Precision Reflection Engine (Precision Mix Rack Collection)
Precision Delay Mod (Precision Mix Rack Collection)
Precision Delay Mod L (Precision Mix Rack Collection)
Precision Enhancer Hz
Pultec EQP-1A Legacy
Pultec-Pro Legacy
Teletronix LA-2A Legacy
Raw Distortion
RealVerb Pro
Produce, record and mix with ease and added features. Order today.
Apollo X16 Heritage Edition 16-Channel Thunderbolt Audio Interface With UAD DSP Specifications:
System Requirements
Thunderbolt 3 cable (not included)
Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins
6 gigabytes available storage
Quad Core i7 or better processor recommended
For additional compatibility information, visit UA's website
Mac
Available Thunderbolt 1, 2, or 3 port
Thunderbolt 1 and 2 connections require an Apple Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter (not included)
macOS 10.12 Sierra, 10.13 High Sierra, 10.14 Mojave, or 10.15 Catalina
PC
Available Thunderbolt 3 port
Windows 10 (64-Bit Edition)