Desktop DUO Core Real-Time UAD DSP for Musicians, Producers, Songwriters
Ideal for musicians, producers, and songwriters working in project studios, the Universal Audio Apollo Twin X DUO Gen 2 with Analog Classics Pro Bundle is a 10x6 desktop Thunderbolt 3 audio interface that offers two Unison mic/line preamps with Auto-Gain, flagship, Gen 2 Elite-Class 24-bit / 192 kHz AD/DA conversion, and DUO Core DSP for real-time UAD plug-in processing over Thunderbolt at near-zero latency—on Mac and Windows computers. The Analog Classics Pro Bundle lets you mix and record live performances with over 80 UAD plug-ins. You can use Plug-In Scenes to recall settings instantly, even in the middle of a performance.
Easily connect the Apollo Twin X DUO Gen 2 to professional studio gear with 2 analog line-level I/O, two monitor outs, and a 1/4" Hi-Z instrument input. Add up to eight extra input channels via one optical ADAT input (or two S/PDIF channels) for connection to professional, digital outboard hardware. You can mix with confidence in any room using headphones with Sonarworks Apollo Monitor Correction. Hear all the low-end detail in your mixes using Bass Management to add a subwoofer to your monitor setup. Quickly set up low-latency cues, plug-in scenes with the UAD Console app.
What's New with Apollo X Gen 2?
- New look and feel, updated industrial design with new knobs and switch caps
- Improved Elite-Class Gen 2 D/A converters
- Improved monitor and headphone outputs for best-in-class critical listening
- Even lower THD% and increased DNR
- Assistive Auto-Gain, supporting one-click configuration across all input channels with select Unison preamps, for effortless recording
- Built-in room and headphone correction enabling Sonarworks SoundID profiles to run on built-in DSP
- Bass Management for subwoofers in both stereo and surround configurations
- New UAD Console brings Auto-Gain, Unison, Apollo Room Correction, DSP Pairing, Dante Support, Multichannel Immersive Audio Monitoring, Bass Management, Plug-In Scenes over MIDI, and more—together under one roof
- New Analog Classics Pro software bundle with UAD plug-ins and Instruments
Record Through Two Unison Preamps
- With Unison technology, Apollo Twin X DUO lets you track in real time with the sound of classic EQ and compressors.
- From Neve, API, Manley, Fender, and more, you get the same rich analog textures used on the greatest recordings of our time.
Hear the Details Like Never Before
- Apollo Twin X DUO Gen 2 features UA's highest-resolution A/D and D/A converters, delivering 129 dB of dynamic range.
- Paired with Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks. So, you'll not only hear the most pristine representation of your recordings, there will be no surprises when you listen to your final mix or master on any stereo or surround system.
Track and Mix with Authentic Analog Sounds
- Track through UAD plug-ins in real time and without latency.
- Along with included LA-2A compressors, Pultec EQs, and amps, you can tap into the entire library of over 200 UAD plug-ins to unlock proven hit-making sounds.
Auto-Gain: Never Miss The Take
- Set input gain across multiple channels in seconds without fear of clipping using the new Auto-Gain feature—available on all microphone / line / Hi-Z preamp inputs.
- Effortlessly set gain for recording during an auto-training time listening window, without having to worry or take a lot of time to find the perfect recording level.
Bass Management
- Add a subwoofer with the new bass management feature for full-range stereo monitoring.
- Speaker utility panel provides trim, mute, and solo per speaker output.
Find Your Flow in the UAD Console App
- Apollo Twin X DUO’s powerful digital mixing engine lets you control plug-in routing and monitoring.
- With the latest features like Bass Management and Plug-In Scenes, it’s easy to find a flow that fits your needs.
A Hybrid System for Your Productions
- Combine Apollo Twin X’s DUO Core DSP with native processing from your computer to produce large sessions with complex plug-in chains.
- Experience a powerhouse hybrid workflow that outpaces any native-only recording setup.
Expand Your Studio as You Grow
- Build your studio by linking up to four Thunderbolt Apollo interfaces with up to 128 channels of premium I/O to your DAW.
- Control it all from your desktop using Apollo Twin X.
At a Glance
- 10x6 Thunderbolt audio interface with DUO Core DSP real-time plug-in processing
- Includes up to 80+ UAD plug-ins with Analog Classics Pro bundle
- Two Unison mic preamps, Hi-Z instrument input, optical Toslink input (ADAT or S/PDIF)
- Two 1/4" monitor outs, two 1/4" line outs (ALT), one 1/4" TRS headphone out
- Elite-class Apollo X Gen 2 converters with 24-bit / 192 kHz resolution
- Enhanced D/A for critical monitoring and playback with 129 dB dynamic range
- Two SHARC processors
- Calibrate your main monitor and headphone outputs with Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks
- Updated UAD Console app featuring Auto-Gain, Plug-In Scenes, subwoofer integration with Bass Management, immersive audio support, and more
- Full-featured monitor controller with alternate speaker switching and integrated talkback for easy communication with talent
- Onboard DSP supports over 200 UAD plug-ins via VST, AU, and AAX 64 formats in all major DAWs
- Compatible with LUNA, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, and more
- Expandable with Thunderbolt Apollo interfaces or select models over Dante
- Free industry-leading technical support from knowledgeable audio engineers
Includes UAD Analog Classics Pro Bundle with 80+ Plug-Ins
Vocals & Pitch Correction (2)
- Topline Vocal Suite
- Topline Key Finder
Channel Strips & Preamps (19)
- API Preamp
- API Vision Channel Strip
- API Vision Channel Strip Legacy
- Avalon VT-737sp Channel Strip
- CS-1 Channel Strip
- Century Tube Channel Strip
- Helios Type 69 Preamp & EQ
- LA-6176 Signature Channel Strip
- Manley Reference Microphone Preamp
- Manley VOXBOX Channel Strip
- Neve 1073 Preamp & EQ
- Neve 88RS Channel Strip
- Neve 88RS Channel Strip Legacy
- Precision Channel Strip
- SSL E Series Channel Strip
- SSL E Series Channel Strip Legacy
- UA 610-A Preamp & EQ
- UA 610-B Preamp & EQ
- V76 Preamplifier
Compressors/Limiters (21)
- API 2500 Stereo Bus Compressor
- dbx 160 Compressor / Limiter
- Empirical Labs EL8 Distressor
- Fairchild 660 Compressor
- Fairchild 670 Compressor
- Fairchild 670 Legacy Compressor
- Precision Buss Compressor
- SSL G Series Bus Compressor
- SSL G Series Bus Compressor Legacy
- Teletronix LA-2 Classic Leveler
- Teletronix LA-2A Gray Classic Leveler
- Teletronix LA-2A Silver Classic Leveler
- Teletronix LA-2A Legacy
- Teletronix LA-2A Tube Compressor
- Teletronix LA-3A Classic Audio Leveler
- UA 1176 FET Compressor
- UA 1176 Rev A Classic Limiter
- UA 1176AE Classic Limiter
- UA 1176LN Rev E Classic Limiter
- UA 1176LN Legacy
- UA 1176SE Legacy
Equalizers (9)
- Helios Type 69 Legacy EQ
- Neve 1073 Legacy
- Neve 1073SE Legacy
- Precision Equalizer
- Pultec EQP-1A Legacy EQ
- Pultec EQP-1A Passive EQ
- Pultec HLF-3C Passive EQ
- Pultec MEQ-5 Passive EQ
- Pultec Pro Legacy EQ
Special Processing (9)
- A-Type Multiband Dynamic Enhancer
- Ampex ATR-102 Mastering Tape Recorder
- Little Labs& Voice Of God Bass Resonance
- Oxide Tape Recorder
- Precision De-Esser
- Precision Enhancer Hz
- Precision Enhancer kHz
- Studer A800 Multichannel Tape Recorder
- Vibe Analog Machines Essentials
Instruments (1)
- PolyMAX Polyphonic Synth
Delay & Modulation (8)
- Brigade Chorus Pedal
- Cooper Time Cube MkII Delay
- EP-34 Tape Echo
- Galaxy Tape Echo
- KORG SDD-3000 Digital Delay
- Precision Delay Mod
- Precision Delay Mod L
- Studio D Chorus
Reverbs & Rooms (6)
- Lexicon 224 Digital Reverb
- Ocean Way Studios Deluxe
- Ocean Way Studios
- Precision Reflection Engine
- Pure Plate Reverb
- UAD Sound City Studios
Mastering (3)
- Precision Limiter
- Precision Maximizer
- Precision Multiband
Guitar and Bass (9)
- Bermuda Triangle
- Fender '55 Tweed Deluxe
- Raw Distortion
- TS Overdrive Pedal
- UAD Dream '65 Reverb Amplifier
- UAD Lion '68 Super Lead Amp
- UAD Ruby '63 Top Boost Amplifier
- UAD Showtime '64 Tube Amp
- UAD Woodrow '55 Instrument Amplifier
LUNA Extensions (4)
- Ampex ATR-102 Master Tape Extension
- API Summing Extension
- API Vision Console Emulation
- Studer A800 Multitrack Tape Extension
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