Universal Audio APLTWXQ-HE Apollo Twin X Quad Recording Interface. Heritage Edition (Thunderbolt 3)

Apollo Twin X Heritage Edition has all the benefits of the acclaimed Apollo Twin X, including elite-class A/D and D/A conversion, QUAD Core realtime UAD plug-in processing, Unison-enabled mic preamps, and full LUNA Recording System integration.

And it goes a step further, with a software suite of 5 award-winning UAD plug-in titles, featuring Collections from Teletronix, Pultec, and UA. A hallmark feature of Apollo is its Realtime UAD Processing, letting you run the full library of UAD plug-ins at near-zero latency. Taking you a step further, Apollo Twin X Heritage Edition gives you 5 premium plug-in titles worth over $1,300 — including the full suite of UA's Teletronix and 1176 compressors, all Pultec EQs, UA 610 Unison mic preamps, and Pure Plate Reverb. These premium Heritage Edition titles are in addition to Apollo Twin X's included "Realtime Analog Classics" bundle, giving you the most accurate library of classic analog emulations included with any professional audio interface.

Apollo Twin X Heritage Edition features two Unison-enabled mic preamps, letting you track through exacting mic preamp emulations from Neve, API, Manley, SSL, Avalon, Helios, and Universal Audio.* A Universal Audio exclusive, Unison is a proprietary hardware-software integration that nails the tone of these sought-after tube and solid-state mic pres — including their input impedance, gain stage “sweet spots,” and component-level circuit behaviors. Unison technology is also found on Apollo Twin X's front-panel Hi-Z instrument input, providing dead-on impedance and gain matching for guitar and bass amp models from Fender, Marshall, Ampeg, and more.

Features

• A special edition of UA's acclaimed Apollo Twin X interface — with a premium suite of 5 award-winning plug-in titles from Teletronix, Pultec, and UA — a $1,300 value
• Elite-class A/D and D/A conversion derived from the Apollo X rackmount interfaces
• 2 Unison mic preamps offer stunning models of classic tube and transformer-based mic preamps and guitar amps
• UAD QUAD Core Processing for tracking through vintage compressors, EQs, tape machines, mic preamps, and guitar amp plug-ins with near-zero latency
• Produce with LUNA Recording System — a fully-integrated recording application made for Apollo (Mac only)
• Runs UAD Powered Plug-Ins via VST, AU, and AAX 64 formats in all major DAWs
• Compatible with Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, and more
• Front-panel Unison-enabled Hi-Z instrument input and headphone out
• Built-in Talkback mic for communication with studio talent and recording slate cues
• Dedicated monitor functionality including monitor remote functions and Mono, Mute, DIM, and ALT monitor controls
• Up to 8 channels of additional digital input via optical ADAT/SPDIF input
• Also includes “Realtime Analog Classics” UAD plug-in bundle featuring UA 610-B Tube Preamp Legacy Pultec EQ, LA-2A and 1176 compressors, Marshall
• Plexi Classic, Ampeg SVT-VR Classic, and more
• Uncompromising analog design, superior components, and premium build quality

Specifications:

Audio Quality
- Max bit depth: 24-bit
- Max sampling rate: 192kHz

Inputs
- Analog inputs: 2
- Digital inputs: 1
- Mic preamps: 2
- 1/4” only jacks: 1
- S/PDIF in: 1
- ADAT/optical in: 1

Outputs
- Analog outputs: 4
- 1/4” out: 2

Other Connectivity
- Connections: Thunderbolt 3
- Headphone output(s): 1

Onboard Features
- Computer platform: Mac, Windows
- Phantom power: Yes
- Direct monitoring: Yes
- Latency control: Yes
- Monitor control: Yes
- Headphone control: Yes

Other
- Width: 6.31"
- Height: 2.6"
- Depth: 6.2"
- Weight: 2.35 lbs.

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
- For additional compatibility information, visit UA's website

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, 10.14 Mojave, or 10.15 Catalina
- OS Requirements - Mac: macOS 10.12 or later, Quad Core i7 Processor or higher

PC
- Available Thunderbolt 3 port
- Windows 10 (64-Bit Edition)
- OS Requirements - PC: Windows 10 Anniversary update or later, Quad Core i7 Processor or higher