UNIVERSAL AUDIO / APOLLO X8 / Custom 10 Upgrade

This bundled product includes the third-generation APOLLO X8 rack, featuring elite-class converters and HEXA(6) core DSP processing, as well as 10 paid plug-in licenses to choose from.

Get a free pair of AKG K371 closed-back headphones (with 50mm large-diameter drivers)!

""The Apollo X Series is a Thunderbolt 3 audio interface that provides music producers, project studios, and post-production studios with recording, overdubbing, and mixing capabilities, including the best A/D and D/A conversion available today, HEXA Core UAD processing, and surround monitoring*. Compatible with both Mac and Windows. [LF]""

""■ Key Features of the Apollo x8: [LF] - 18-in/24-out (8 x 8 analog) Thunderbolt 3 audio interface with best-in-class 24-bit/192 kHz conversion [LF] - HEXA Core (6 DSP) real-time processing, regardless of audio buffer size, for near-latency recording with UAD plug-ins UAD Processing [LF]? Four Unison mic/line preamps let you record using incredible preamp emulations from Neve, API, Manley, SSL, and more** [LF]? Surround monitor controller* supporting up to 7.1 channel formats [LF]? Includes the Realtime Analog Classics Plus plug-in bundle featuring the UA 610-B Tube Preamp, Legacy Pultec EQ, LA-2A and 1176 compressors, Marshall Plexi Classic, Ampeg SVT-VR Classic, and more [LF]? UAD HEXA Core Processing adds mixing power to major DAWs like Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, and Ableton [LF]? Two Thunderbolt 3 ports allow you to connect up to four Thunderbolt-equipped Apollo interfaces or up to six UAD-2 devices, even over Thunderbolt 1 and 2, via an optional Apple Thunderbolt adapter [LF]? +24 Selectable dBu headroom operation allows for easy connection to professional consoles and tape machines. [LF] Convenient front-panel monitor functions include an Alt Speaker, Talkback Mic, and an assignable Dim/Mono switch. [LF] UA's uncompromising analog circuit design, carefully selected parts, and high-quality assembly. [LF] Regular software updates and a strong support network are also available.

The APOLLO X8 / Custom 10 Upgrade includes the Realtime Analog Classics Plus bundle, plus 10 paid plug-in licenses for your choice of over 100 UAD plug-ins (including third-party plug-ins). [LF] *Select within 45 days of registering your Apollo X product (popular plug-ins will be automatically licensed after 45 days). [LF] [LF] ■ Included Realtime Analog Classics Plus Bundle: [LF] UA 610-B Tube Preamp & EQ [LF] Marshall Plexi Classic Guitar Amp [LF] Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Amp[LF]・UA 1176LN Limiting Amplifier (Legacy)[LF]・UA 1176SE Limiting Amplifier (Legacy)[LF]・Pultec EQP-1A EQ (Legacy)[LF]・Pultec Pro EQ (Legacy)[LF]・Teletronix LA-2A Leveling Amplifier (Legacy)[LF]・Fairchild 670 Compressor (Legacy)[LF]・Precision Enhancer Hz[LF]・Raw Distortion[LF]・Precision Channel Strip (Precision Mix Rack Collection)[LF]・Precision Reflection Engine (Precision Mix Rack Collection)[LF]・Precision Delay Mod (Precision Mix Rack Collection)[LF]・Precision Delay Mod L (Precision Mix Rack Collection)[LF]・RealVerb Pro Custom Room Modeler""

""■APOLLO x8 Connections [LF] - 4 Unison-compatible Mic Inputs [LF] - 2 Unison-compatible Hi-Z Inputs [LF] - 8 Line Inputs [LF] - 8 ADAT (optical TOSLINK); 2 S/PDIF I/O [LF] - WORD CLOCK I/O [LF] - 2 TRS Monitor Outputs [LF] - 8 Line Outputs (7.1 Surround) [LF] - 2 Stereo Headphone Outputs

■System Requirements [LF] [Mac] [LF] - Apple Mac computer with an available Thunderbolt 1, 2, or 3 port [LF] - macOS 10.12 Sierra, 10.13 High Sierra [LF] - For Thunderbolt 1, 2-compatible Macs, an Apple Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 adapter (sold separately) is required [LF] [LF] [Windows] [LF] - PC with built-in Thunderbolt 3 (via USB-C port) [LF] - Windows 10 with Anniversary Update (64-bit edition) [LF]? Qualified Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt adapter (sold separately) [LF] Systems are expected to be compatible with computers from 2016 or later that have a 6th Generation Intel Skylake processor (or higher), a Thunderbolt 3 (Alpine Ridge) controller via a USB-C port, and a qualified Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt adapter. [LF] The following Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt adapters have been qualified by UA: [LF]? Startech Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt Adapter (Product ID: TBT3TBTADAP) [LF]? Kanex Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt Adapter (Product ID: K170-1051-BK6I) [LF] [LF] [Common] [LF]? Thunderbolt cable (sold separately) [LF]? 6GB or more of free storage [LF]? Quad Core i7 or higher processor recommended [LF]?8GB or more RAM recommended [LF]?Internet connection required (for software download, product registration, and additional plug-in purchases) [LF]?AU/VST/RTAS/AAX64 compatible host applications [LF]Host Application Compatibility Checklist [LF] [LF]Please note that some computers have a USB-C (Type-C) connector but are not Thunderbolt 3 compatible. [LF]Use of PCIe to Thunderbolt adapters, Thunderbolt to FireWire adapters, and Thunderbolt hubs is not supported. [LF]Compatibility with AMD processor environments has not been tested and is therefore not supported. [LF]Use in 2-in-1 systems (notebook/tablet) is not supported. [LF]Coexistence with UAD-1 devices is not supported. [LF]Use in Apple Boot Camp or virtual Windows environments is not supported. [LF]Included ""Realtime Analog Classics Plus"" UAD UAD plug-ins outside of the Plug-in Suite are available for purchase at the UA Online Store.