With most commercial and project studios investing in immersive audio recording and production capabilities, Universal Audio responded by updating its flagship audio recording interface Apollo x16 ($3999 USD) with the mandatory monitoring support by combining the hardware power of this Thunderbolt 3 design with the power of its software tools.
The Apollo x16 offers 16 channels of A/D and D/A conversion with the widest dynamic range, seamlessly connecting to any outboard analog equipment or mixing console in the studio. The rackmount 18x20 audio interface supports 24-bit/192KHz recording and features 6 DSP cores of HEXA Core Realtime UAD Processing for tracking through UAD plug-ins at near-zero latency, regardless of audio buffer size. Up to four Apollos can be linked for 156 channels with control from Apollo Twin or x4 desktop units (up to 6 total UAD devices). Convenient front panel monitoring functions include Alt Speakers, Talkback mic, and assignable Dim or Mono.
This free update for the Apollo x16 includes all‑new Monitor Controls, Calibration, and Metering windows in Apollo’s Console application, turning the interface into an affordable immersive audio mixing and monitoring solution up to 9.1.6. All interfaces have selectable +24 dBu operation for easy compatibility with professional mixing consoles and tape machines and include the "Realtime Analog Classics Plus" UAD plug‑in bundle.
Headquartered in Scotts Valley, California, Universal Audio is a pioneer in audio and music production tools, with a rich 60-year history of craftsmanship and innovation. The company currently offers a powerful range of modern audio recording interfaces in its Apollo and Volt series, UAD plug‑ins, UAFX pedals, LUNA software recording suite, and UA Custom Shop hardware.
Universal Audio is investing in new solutions integrating advanced audio machine learning, and the company recently acquired Townsend Labs, the company founded by Chris Townsend, a pioneer in microphone modeling technology. That acquisition resulted in the launch of the new UA Sphere microphones, which allow users to change the type, polar pattern, and other characteristics of a microphone even after recording. Each UA Sphere condenser features models of classic mics from Neumann, Telefunken, AKG, Sony, and more, with Dual Mode for blended mic combinations.
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