Universal Audio Apollo x8 Gen 2 ESS Rackmount Audio Interface with Thunderbolt 3

The Universal Audio Apollo x8 Gen 2 ESS is a professional-grade, rackmountable audio interface designed for recording studios, project studios, and audio production environments where pristine sound quality is essential. It serves as the central hub for converting analog audio signals into digital data for your computer and vice versa, enabling high-fidelity recording, mixing, and monitoring. The interface connects via Thunderbolt 3, offering low-latency performance for both Mac and Windows systems. Key features include four Unison-enabled microphone preamplifiers, which utilise proprietary technology to emulate the exact impedance and harmonic characteristics of classic analog preamps from manufacturers like Neve, API, and Manley during recording. The unit boasts Apollo X Series Gen 2 audio conversion, providing exceptional dynamic range and clarity. It is equipped with a HEXA core Digital Signal Processing (DSP) system, allowing you to run multiple UAD plug-ins for processing like compression and EQ without taxing your computer's CPU. The package includes a comprehensive suite of over 30 premium UAD plug-ins, covering channel strips, compressors, equalisers, reverbs, and guitar amplifiers. This interface is ideally suited for music producers, recording engineers, and post-production professionals who require a robust, expandable system with studio-grade analog sound. Its rackmount form factor makes it a permanent, organised part of a studio setup. The integrated UAD Console software provides a flexible digital mixing environment with features like Auto-Gain, monitor correction, and support for up to 7.1 surround sound with bass management, facilitating a streamlined workflow from tracking to final mix.