UNIVERSAL AUDIO / Apollo x16 | Gen 2 Ultimate+ Edition

A rackmount 18 x 20 Thunderbolt audio interface with flagship Elite-class Apollo X Gen 2 audio conversion, the Apollo monitor collection, up to 9.1.6 immersive audio support, bass management, HEXA-core DSP plug-in processing, and a premium software suite for Mac or Windows.

■Thunderbolt-connected audio interface
■18 in / 20 out
■DSP built-in (6 chips)
■Ultimate+ Edition

Experience the gold standard of professional audio.
UA's next-generation Apollo x16 interface is designed for professional studios and music producers who need 16 channels of highest-resolution audio conversion and HEXA Core DSP processing to connect to a console and mix large sessions with world-class UAD plug-ins such as Auto-Tune, Neve, Manley, Avalon, and SSL.

Used in the world's most famous recording studios, Apollo x16 brings award-winning UA sound and legendary craftsmanship to your rack.

◇Main Benefits
・Experience the next generation of audio conversion with the widest dynamic range and lowest distortion of any Apollo
・Easily connect to professional studio gear with 16 x 16 analog I/O via DB-25 connections and switchable +24 dBu headroom settings
Access to a complete library of over 200 UAD DSP and Native plug-ins, including award-winning titles such as Capitol Chambers, Sound City Studios, and EL8 Distressor
Record with LUNA for a fast, natural workflow, and achieve massive analog studio sound in real time with seamless integration with Apollo
Use the Apollo Monitor Collection feature by Sonarworks* to ensure a mix that sounds great in any room with headphones
Use the bass management feature to add a subwoofer to your monitor setup and make sure you can hear every detail of the low end in your mix
Use the UAD Console app to quickly set up low-latency cueing, plug-in scenes, and immersive audio monitoring
Choose the Essentials+ or Ultimate+ edition to get thousands of dollars worth of award-winning UAD plug-in titles, including Auto-Tune, Fairchild, Teletronix, and more

■Elite-Class Apollo X Sound for Consoles and Outboard
Universal Audio developed the Apollo x16 Gen 2 for professional engineers and producers who demand the highest quality sound in a professional analog studio. With the widest dynamic range and lowest distortion, the Apollo x16 easily connects to analog equipment and patchbays via DB-25 connections, and provides +24 dBu headroom, 16 x 18 A/D and D/A conversion, and stereo AES I/O.

■Check out the most detailed sound ever
The Apollo x16 combines UA's highest resolution A/D and D/A converters with the multi-channel immersive monitoring capabilities of the Apollo monitor collection, powered by SonarworksR*. This means you can hear the purest representation of your recordings, and you won't feel any discomfort when listening to the final mix or mastering on a stereo or surround system.

Mixing Down for Surround
Apollo x16 supports mixing formats up to 9.1.6. This makes it easy to create immersive audio mixes with up to 16 channels, such as Dolby Atmos, Auro-3D, and Sony 360 Reality Audio.

Expand your studio as you grow
Link up to four Apollo x16 units for 64 channels of elite-class A/D and D/A conversion. This is perfect for interfacing with large recording consoles. Or stack one x16 with another Thunderbolt Apollo rackmount unit and use Apollo Twin or x4 to control everything from your desktop. So no matter how far your mind wanders with the music, Apollo will always be close at hand.**

Main Features
18 x 20 Thunderbolt audio interface with HEXA Core DSP plug-in processing
2 x DB-25 inputs (line 1-16), stereo AES I/O (XLR), word clock I/O (BNC)
2 x monitor outputs (XLR), 2 x DB-25 outputs (line 1-16 or ALT/9.1.6 surround)
- The Elite Class Apollo X Gen 2 converter with 24-bit/192kHz resolution and dual crystal clocking for ultra-low jitter at all sample rates
- The flagship D/A for critical monitoring and playback with a dynamic range of 133dB and an astonishing low THD of -129dB
Sonarworks* - Apollo Monitor Collection function for calibrating main monitors (stereo or immersive)
- Full-featured monitor controller with alternate speaker switching and integrated talkback for easy communication with performers
- ALT monitoring support for all monitor modes (two stereo ALT monitors or one immersive ALT monitor)
- Updated UAD console app with plug-in scenes, integrated subwoofer for base management, and support for immersive audio
- Built-in DSP supports over 200 UAD plug-ins via VST, AU, and AAX 64 formats for all major DAWs
- Essentials+ or Ultimate+ editions include up to 100+ UAD plug-ins
Compatible with LUNA, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, etc.**
Expandable via Thunderbolt Apollo interfaces or some models via Dante
Free, industry-leading technical support from knowledgeable audio engineers

*Requires Apollo Monitor Correction Add-on and SoundID license, available from sonarworks.com in Q4 2024.
**For complete compatibility information, please visit help.uaudio.com.