UNIVERSAL AUDIO / APOLLO X8/Ultimate 7 Upgrade

This bundle includes the third-generation APOLLO X8 rack, featuring elite-class converters and HEXA(6) Core DSP processing, plus 99 plug-in licenses (excluding third-party plug-ins) from UAD2 Ultimate 7. [Special price until the release of the next version, Ultimate 8]

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.

The APOLLO X8 / Ultimate 7 Upgrade includes 99 UA-developed plug-in licenses up to UAD software v9.7, configured with UAD2 ULTIMATE 7. (Third-party plug-ins not included.) [LF] *This is a special offer until the release of the next version, UAD2 Ultimate 8.

■APOLLO x8 Connections [LF] - 4 Unison-enabled Mic Inputs [LF] - 2 Unison-enabled 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] 6th generation Intel Skylake processor (or higher) and Thunderbolt 3 via USB-C port (Alpine Ridge) Systems combining a 2016 or later computer with a built-in controller and a verified Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt adapter are expected to be compatible. [LF] The following Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt adapters have been verified 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 of RAM recommended [LF]?Internet connection (for software download, product registration, and additional plug-in purchases) [LF]?AU/VST/RTAS/AAX64 compatible host applications [LF]Host application compatibility list [LF][LF]※USB-C Please note that some computers may have a 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 processors 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] * UAD plug-ins other than the included ""Realtime Analog Classics Plus"" UAD plug-in suite are available for purchase at the UA Online Store.