Universal Audio Apollo x8 Gen 2 – 18x24 Thunderbolt Audio Interface with 4 Unison Preamps & HEXA Core DSP (Essentials+ or Studio+ Edition)

 The Universal Audio Apollo x8 Gen 2 is a professional 18-in/24-out Thunderbolt audio interface designed for modern studios that demand world-class conversion, flexible I/O, and real-time UAD plug-in power.

With elite-class A/D and D/A conversion (up to 24-bit/192kHz), a powerful HEXA Core DSP engine, and 4 Unison™-enabled mic preamps, the Apollo x8 Gen 2 lets you track and mix through legendary analog emulations with near-zero latency. Its versatile I/O includes 8 line inputs, dual Hi-Z instrument inputs, multiple line and monitor outputs, dual headphone outs, ADAT & S/PDIF digital expansion, and word clock I/O — making it perfect as the centerpiece of any hybrid studio.

New Gen 2 features elevate your workflow even further:

• Assistive Auto-Gain for fast, accurate level setting.

• Apollo Monitor Correction with Sonarworks SoundID integration for calibrated monitoring and headphones.

• Bass Management with subwoofer support, up to 7.1 surround monitoring.

• Plug-In Scenes for instant recall of routing and UAD setups.

Editions Available

• Essentials+ Edition – Includes a core collection of 30+ UAD plug-ins: classic compressors, EQs, reverbs, channel strips, and amp models for an instant professional toolkit.

• Studio+ Edition – Expands your library to 58 premium UAD plug-ins, adding more legendary analog emulations and creative effects for a complete mixing and production arsenal.

Whether you’re tracking, mixing, or mastering, the Apollo x8 Gen 2 delivers unmatched sound quality, flexible monitoring, and the full power of the UAD ecosystem — making it the ideal interface for serious studios and audio professionals.