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Universal Audio Apollo X6 Rack Interface - *Hardware Only
Description
****Hardware Only****
Apollo x6 allows music producers and post-production studios to track, overdub, and mix with new world-beating A/D and D/A conversion, HEXA Core UAD plug-in processing, and 5.1 surround sound monitoring - all in a sleek rackmount Thunderbolt 3 audio interface for Mac or PC.
Built upon UA's 60-year heritage of audio craftsmanship, this 16 x 22 interface easily outperforms everything in its class with two Unison(TM)-enabled mic preamps, providing authentic emulations of preamps from Neve, API, Manley, SSL, and more, plus all-new HEXA Core processing - yielding 50% more DSP for running UAD Powered Plug-Ins in real time.
Elite-Class A/D and D/A Conversion
To improve on the previous generation Apollo interfaces' class-leading audio conversion, UA engineers obsessively auditioned the latest A/D and D/A converters - ultimately pairing elite-class 24-bit/192 kHz converters with all-new analog circuitry for an ultra-pristine signal path.
With 129 dB dynamic range and -119 dB THD+N, Apollo x6's open, natural sound rivals any dedicated high-end converter on the market - regardless of price - and is the perfect starting point for applying UAD processing.
Realtime UAD HEXA Core Processing
Apollo x6 features HEXA Core processing, with six DSP chips and 50% more UAD plug-in processing power than previous Apollos. This lets you run more UAD plug-ins, whether you're tracking in real time with channel strips from Neve, Manley, or API, or running high UAD plug-in counts when mixing in your DAW.
Unison Technology: The Genuine Sound of Neve, API & Manley Preamps
Perfect for electronic musicians and post production professionals who don't require tons of mic inputs, Apollo x6 features two Unison-enabled mic preamps, letting you track through exacting mic preamp emulations from Neve, API, Manley, Helios, SSL, and Universal Audio. A Universal Audio exclusive, Unison technology nails the tone of these sought-after tube and solid state mic pres - including their input impedance, gain stage "sweet spots," and the component-level circuit behaviors of the original hardware.
The secret to Unison is its hardware-software integration between Apollo's mic preamps and its onboard HEXA Core DSP Acceleration. Simply place a Unison preamp plug-in on your mic input in Apollo Console software, and it physically reconfigures the Apollo interface's impedance - so you can tap into the classic sounds of the worlds most recorded mic preamps.
FEATURES
* 16 x 22 Thunderbolt 3 audio interface with class-leading 24-bit/192 KHz conversion (backwards compatible with Thunderbolt 1 & 2 on Mac)
* Realtime UAD HEXA Core Processing for tracking through UAD plug-ins at near-zero latency, regardless of audio buffer size
* Record through 2 Unison-enabled mic/line preamps - giving you fully authentic preamp emulations from Neve, API, Manley, SSL, and more
* Surround monitor controller up to 5.1 format*
* UAD HEXA Core processing onboard for additional mixing horsepower for Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, Ableton, and other major DAWs
* Combine up to 4 Thunderbolt-equipped Apollos and 6 total UAD devices
* Selectable +24 dBu operation for easy compatibility with professional mixing consoles and tape machines
* Convenient front panel monitoring functions including Alt Speakers, Talkback mic, and assignable Dim or Mono
SPECIFICATIONS
Inputs
Line Inputs: 6 Balanced 1/4" TRS
Microphone Inputs: 2 Balanced XLR
Instrument (Hi-Z) Inputs: 2 Unbalanced 1/4" TS
Digital Inputs (Optical TOSLINK):
* ADAT: 8 channels @ 44.1 - 96 kHz
* ADAT: 4 channels @ 176.4 - 192 kHz
Digital Inputs (RCA): S/PDIF: 2 channels @ 44.1 192 kHz
A to D Conversion
Mic Preamps:
* Dynamic Range: 122 dB (A-weighted)
* THD+N: -115 dB (0.00019%)
* Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, +/-0.05 dB
Line Inputs:
* Dynamic Range: 123 dB (A-weighted)
* THD+N: -113 dB (0.00022%)
* Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, +/-0.04 dB
Outputs
Line Outputs: 6 Balanced 1/4" TRS
Monitor Outputs: 2 Balanced 1/4" TRS
Headphone Outputs: 2 Stereo 1/4" TRS
Digital Outputs (Optical TOSLINK):
* ADAT: 8 channels @ 44.1 - 96 kHz
* ADAT: 4 channels @ 176.4 - 192 kHz
Digital Outputs (RCA): S/PDIF: 2 channels @ 44.1 to 192 kHz
D to A Conversion
Line Outputs:
* Dynamic Range: 127 dB (A-weighted)
* THD+N: -118 dB (0.00011%)
* Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, +/-0.07 dB
Monitor Outputs:
* Dynamic Range: 129 dB (A-weighted)
* THD+N: -118 dB (0.00012%)
* Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, +/-0.06 dB
Headphone Outputs
* Dynamic Range: 125 dB (A-weighted)
* THD+N: -102 dB (0.00080%)
* Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, +/-0.05 dB
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
- Thunderbolt 3 cable (not included)
- Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins
- 6 gigabytes available storage
- Quad Core i7 or better processor recommended
MAC:
- Available Thunderbolt 1, 2, or 3 port
- Thunderbolt 1 and 2 connections require an Apple Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter (not included)
- macOS 10.12 Sierra, 10.13 High Sierra, and 10.14 Mojave
-Please note that Catalina is not yet fully tested with UAD software.
Important: macOS High Sierra, Mojave, and Catalina require manual steps to enable UAD software. For details, see this article.
PC:
- Available Thunderbolt 3 port
- Windows 10 Fall Creators Update (64-Bit Edition)
