Universal Audio Apollo Solo Heritage Edition is a compact 2-in / 4-out Thunderbolt 3 audio interface designed for musicians, vocalists, songwriters and producers who want high-quality recording with real-time UAD processing. Featuring two Unison-enabled microphone preamps, a dedicated instrument input and 24-bit / 192 kHz conversion, it combines flexible recording connections with the character of classic studio equipment. The onboard UAD-2 SOLO processor lets you monitor through compatible UAD effects with near-zero latency, while the Heritage Edition adds five premium plug-in titles to the included Realtime Analog Classics bundle. Its bus-powered operation and metal construction make it suitable for home studios and portable recording setups.

Key features

• 2-in / 4-out Thunderbolt 3 audio interface
• 24-bit / 192 kHz audio conversion
• 2 Unison-enabled microphone preamps
• 2 rear-panel XLR/TRS combo microphone and line inputs
• Front-panel Hi-Z input for guitar or bass
• +48 V phantom power for condenser microphones
• UAD-2 SOLO Core processing for compatible UAD plug-ins
• Near-zero-latency monitoring through real-time UAD effects
• Balanced stereo monitor outputs and dedicated headphone output
• Thunderbolt bus powered for portable operation
• Heritage Edition plug-in bundle and Realtime Analog Classics included
• Compatible with supported Mac and Windows Thunderbolt systems

Overview

Included Content

• Universal Audio Apollo Solo Heritage Edition Thunderbolt 3 audio interface
• UA 1176 Classic Limiter Collection
• Teletronix LA-2A Classic Leveler Collection
• Pultec Passive EQ Collection
• UA 610 Tube Preamp & EQ Collection
• Pure Plate Reverb
• Realtime Analog Classics UAD plug-in bundle
• UAD software and Console application available to download

Creative Tools

• Record microphones and line-level sources through the two rear-panel combo inputs, making the interface suitable for vocals, acoustic instruments, synthesizers and stereo equipment.
• Use Unison technology with compatible preamp plug-ins to shape the input impedance and gain behaviour, bringing the response of modelled studio preamps into the recording process.
• Connect a guitar or bass directly to the front-panel Hi-Z input and use compatible amplifier emulations for expressive recording without a separate amplifier.
• Monitor through compression, equalisation and reverb using the onboard UAD-2 SOLO processor, helping performers hear a finished sound while recording. Available processing capacity depends on the selected plug-ins.
• Shape vocals and instruments with the Heritage Edition compressor collections, choosing between the character of 1176 limiting and LA-2A optical levelling.
• Add tonal weight and presence with the Pultec Passive EQ Collection, introduce tube character with the UA 610 collection, or create space with Pure Plate Reverb.
• Use the Console application to manage input levels, monitoring and real-time plug-in processing alongside a compatible DAW.
• Build a portable recording setup around Thunderbolt bus power, with a single computer connection carrying audio data and supplying power to the interface.

Ideal For

• Vocalists
• Guitarists and bassists
• Songwriters
• Music producers
• Home studios
• Portable recording setups
• Musicians seeking real-time UAD processing
• Anyone seeking a compact Thunderbolt interface with classic studio plug-ins