Universal Audio Apollo x6 Gen 2 – Analog Classics is a rackmount 16-in / 22-out Thunderbolt 3 audio interface designed for musicians, producers and recording engineers who need flexible studio connectivity and real-time UAD processing. Featuring two Unison-enabled microphone preamps, six line inputs, two front-panel instrument inputs and onboard HEXA Core DSP, it combines microphone recording with connections for synthesizers, external preamps and outboard equipment. Gen 2 audio conversion, comprehensive digital I/O and integrated stereo and surround monitor control provide a foundation for a growing studio. The included UAD Analog Classics bundle supplies a broad selection of recording, mixing and creative software.

Key features

• 16-in / 22-out Thunderbolt 3 audio interface
• Gen 2 audio conversion at up to 24-bit / 192 kHz
• 2 Unison-enabled microphone preamps
• 6 balanced ¼-inch line inputs
• 2 front-panel Hi-Z inputs for guitars or basses
• HEXA Core DSP for real-time UAD plug-in processing
• ADAT S/MUX optical and coaxial S/PDIF digital I/O
• Dedicated stereo monitor outputs and 6 line outputs
• 2 stereo headphone outputs with independent level controls
• Built-in talkback microphone and alternate speaker switching
• Monitor control supporting configurations up to 5.1 surround
• Auto-Gain, Plug-In Scenes and flexible routing through UAD Console
• Apollo Monitor Correction support powered by Sonarworks
• UAD Analog Classics software bundle included

Overview

Included Content

• Universal Audio Apollo x6 Gen 2 audio interface
• External power supply
• UAD Analog Classics plug-in bundle, available through registration
• UAD Console and supporting software available to download
• Included software highlights: UA 610-A and 610-B Preamp & EQ, LA-6176 Signature Channel Strip, Teletronix LA-2A Tube Compressor and UA 1176 FET Compressor
• Additional software highlights: Oxide Tape Recorder, Galaxy Tape Echo, Pure Plate Reverb and PolyMAX Polyphonic Synth

Creative Tools

• Record microphones through the two Unison-enabled preamps, using +48 V phantom power for condenser microphones and compatible preamp emulations to shape the recording tone.
• Connect synthesizers, keyboards, external microphone preamps and outboard equipment through the six line inputs, building a studio around both hardware instruments and software production.
• Plug guitars or basses into the two front-panel Hi-Z inputs and monitor through compatible amplifier and pedal emulations while recording.
• Build real-time recording and monitoring chains using six onboard DSP cores. Available processing capacity depends on the selected UAD plug-ins and sample rate.
• Use the two headphone outputs with cue mixes configured in UAD Console to support performers during overdubs and collaborative sessions.
• Expand the studio through ADAT or S/PDIF connections, and use word clock I/O to synchronise compatible digital equipment.
• Route audio through external processors using the line connections, allowing hardware compression, equalisation and effects to become part of the production workflow.
• Configure stereo or surround monitoring, switch between alternate speakers and communicate with performers through the integrated talkback microphone.
• Use Auto-Gain to help establish recording levels and recall Plug-In Scenes when changing instruments, performers or session tasks.
• Refine monitor or headphone playback with Apollo Monitor Correction when paired with the required Sonarworks SoundID Reference software and compatible calibration equipment.
• Shape tracks with the Analog Classics bundle, combining tube preamp colour and dynamic control with tape character, echo and plate reverb.

Ideal For

• Music producers
• Recording and mixing engineers
• Synthesizer and hardware-based studios
• Vocal and instrument recording
• Project and professional studios
• Studios integrating external preamps and outboard equipment
• Stereo and 5.1 surround monitoring
• Anyone seeking a rackmount Apollo interface with HEXA Core DSP and flexible digital expansion