UNIVERSAL AUDIO Apollo X16 Gen 2 ULT
Estimated delivery in Italy between 16 and 18 June
Rack-mountable 18 x 20 Thunderbolt audio interface, with superior audio conversion, Apollo monitor correction, immersive audio support up to 9.1.6, bass management, six-core DSP processing (HEXA core), and a premium software suite for Mac or Windows.
Experience the standard of excellence in audio recording. UA's new generation of Apollo x16 interfaces has arrived, designed for professional studios and music producers who need 16 channels of high-resolution audio conversion and HEXA Core DSP power to connect to a console and mix large sessions using the famous UAD plug-ins, including Auto-Tune, Neve, Manley, Avalon, SSL, and many more. Used in the most prestigious recording studios worldwide, Apollo x16 brings UA's award-winning sound quality and legendary engineering to your rack.
Key Benefits
- Experience the next generation of audio conversion with the widest dynamic range and lowest distortion among Apollo interfaces
- Easily connect professional studio equipment thanks to 16 x 16 analog I/O via DB-25 connections and selectable headroom settings up to +24 dBu
- Access the complete library of over 200 UAD DSP and native plug-ins, including award-winning titles like Capitol Chambers, Sound City Studios, EL8 Distressor, and many more
- Record with a fast and natural workflow using LUNA, offering seamless integration with Apollo for authentic analog studio sound, in real time
- Mix with confidence in any environment thanks to Apollo monitor correction, powered by Sonarworks®*
- Discover all the low-frequency details in your mixes thanks to bass management, allowing you to add a subwoofer to your monitoring system
- Easily configure low-latency cues, plug-in scenes, and immersive audio monitoring with the UAD Console app
- Receive UAD plug-ins worth thousands of dollars, including Auto-Tune, Fairchild, Teletronix, and many more, by choosing between Essentials+ or Ultimate+ editions
Superior Apollo X Sound for Your Console and Outboard Gear
Universal Audio created Apollo x16 Gen 2 for engineers and producers who demand the highest quality sound for their professional analog studio. With the widest dynamic range and lowest distortion available, Apollo x16 seamlessly integrates with analog equipment and patchbays via DB-25 connections, offering +24 dBu headroom, 16 x 18 A/D and D/A conversion, and AES stereo I/O.
Hundreds of Analog Sounds in One Rack
Apollo x16 is available in two versions, both supplied with a comprehensive suite of UAD plug-ins ready to use out of the box. Create your mix with classic Teletronix LA-2A and 1176 compressors, Pultec EQs, API and SSL channel strips, all the way to modern plug-ins like Auto-Tune and Avalon.
Hear Every Detail Like Never Before
Apollo x16 features the highest resolution A/D and D/A converters ever made by UA, paired with multi-channel Apollo monitor correction, powered by Sonarworks®. This ensures you hear an impeccable representation of your recordings, without surprises when playing back your final mix or master on any stereo or surround system.
Surround Mix
Apollo x16 supports mixing formats up to 9.1.6, allowing you to easily create 16-channel immersive audio mixes for Dolby Atmos, Auro-3D, Sony 360 Reality Audio, and others.
Find Your Workflow in the UAD Console App
The powerful digital mixing engine of Apollo x16 allows you to manage plug-in routing and monitoring. With advanced features like bass management, immersive audio up to Atmos 9.1.6, and plug-in scenes, finding a workflow that suits your needs is truly simple.
A Hybrid System Designed for Your Needs
Combine Apollo x16's HEXA Core DSP with your computer's native processing to handle complex sessions with intricate plug-in chains. This powerful hybrid workflow far surpasses any setup that relies solely on native processing.
Expand Your Studio As You Grow
Connect up to four Apollo x16 units for 64 channels of elite-class A/D and D/A conversion, perfect for connecting to large-format recording consoles, or combine an x16 with other Apollo Thunderbolt rack units and control everything conveniently from your desktop using Apollo Twin or x4. Whatever your musical path, Apollo will always be by your side.**
Key Features
- 18 x 20 Thunderbolt audio interface with HEXA Core DSP plug-in processing
- Two DB-25 inputs (line 1-16), AES stereo I/O (XLR), word clock I/O (BNC)
- Two monitor outputs (XLR), two DB-25 outputs (line 1-16 or ALT / 9.1.6 surround)
- Superior Apollo X Gen 2 converters with 24-bit / 192 kHz resolution and Dual-Crystal
- Clocking for ultra-low jitter at any sample rate
- Flagship D/A converters for monitoring and playback, with 133 dB dynamic range and exceptionally low Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) of -129 dB
- Calibrate main monitor outputs (stereo or immersive) with Apollo Monitor Correction, powered by Sonarworks®*
- Comprehensive monitor controller, with alternative speaker switching and integrated talkback for easy communication with artists
- Support for ALT monitors in all monitoring modes (2 x ALT monitors for stereo, 1 x ALT monitor for immersive audio)
- Updated UAD Console app with plug-in scenes, subwoofer integration via bass management, immersive audio support, and more
- Integrated DSP supporting over 200 UAD plug-ins via VST, AU, and AAX 64 formats in all major DAWs
- Includes up to 100+ UAD plug-ins with Essentials+ or Ultimate+ editions
- Compatible with LUNA, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, and other software**
- Expandable with Apollo Thunderbolt interfaces or selected models via Dante
- Industry-leading, free technical support provided by expert sound engineers
*Requires Apollo Monitor Correction add-on and SoundID Reference licenses, purchasable at sonarworks.com
**For complete compatibility information, please visit help.uaudio.com
Plug-ins included in the Ultimate+ Edition
Channel Strip & Preamp (19)
- API Preamp
- API Vision Channel Strip
- API Vision Legacy Channel Strip
- Avalon VT-737sp Channel Strip
- Century Tube Channel Strip
- CS-1 Channel Strip
- Helios Type 69 Preamp & EQ
- LA-6176 Signature Channel Strip
- Manley Reference Microphone Preamp
- Manley VOXBOX Channel Strip
- Neve 1073 Preamp & EQ
- Neve 88RS Channel Strip
- Neve 88RS Legacy Channel Strip
- Precision Channel Strip
- SSL E Series Channel Strip
- SSL E Series Channel Strip Legacy
- UA 610-A Preamp & EQ
- UA 610-B Preamp & EQ
- V76 Preamplifier
Compressor / Limiter (22)
- API 2500 Stereo Bus Compressor
- dbx 160 Compressor / Limiter
- Empirical Labs Distressor
- Fairchild 660 Compressor
- Fairchild 670 Compressor
- Fairchild 670 Legacy Compressor
- Manley Variable-Mu Limiter Compressor
- Precision Buss Compressor
- SSL G Series Bus Compressor
- SSL G Series Bus Compressor Legacy
- Teletronix LA-2A Classic Leveler
- Teletronix LA-2A Gray Classic Leveler
- Teletronix LA-2A Silver Classic Leveler
- Teletronix LA-2A Legacy Leveling Amplifier
- Teletronix LA-3A Classic Leveler
- UA 1176 Rev A Classic Limiter
- UA 1176AE Classic Limiter
- UA 1176LN Rev E Classic Limiter
- UA 1176LN Legacy Limiting Amplifier
- UA 1176SE Legacy Limiting Amplifier
- UA 175B Classic Limiter
- UA 176 Classic Limiter
Equalizers (17)
- API 550A Parametric EQ
- API 560 Graphic EQ
- Cambridge EQ
- Harrison 32C Channel EQ
- Harrison 32C SE Channel EQ
- Helios Type 69 Legacy EQ
- Hitsville EQ
- Manley Massive Passive EQ
- Neve 1073 Legacy Classic Console EQ
- Neve 1073SE Legacy Classic Console EQ
- Precision Equalizer
- Pultec EQP-1A Legacy EQ
- Pultec EQP-1A Passive EQ
- Pultec HLF-3C Passive EQ
- Pultec MEQ-5 Passive EQ
- Pultec-Pro Legacy EQ
- Trident A-Range Classic Console EQ
Special Processing (21)
- Auto-Tune Realtime Access
- Auto-Tune Realtime Advanced
- Auto-Tune Realtime X
- Ampex ATR-102 Mastering Tape Recorder
- Empirical Labs FATSO Jr. Tape Sim. & Compressor
- Empirical Labs FATSO Sr. Tape Sim. & Compressor
- Little Labs IBP Phase Alignment Tool
- Little Labs Voice Of God Bass Resonance
- Moog Multimode Filter
- Moog Multimode Filter SE
- Moog Multimode Filter XL
- Oxide Tape Recorder
- Precision De-Esser
- Precision Enhancer Hz
- Precision Enhancer kHz
- Studer A800 Multichannel Tape Recorder
- Thermionic Culture Vulture
- Topline Key Finder
- Topline Vocal Suite
- Verve Analog Machines
- Verve Analog Machines Essentials
Instruments (6)
- Electra 88 Vintage Keyboard Studio
- Moog Minimoog
- Opal Morphing Synth
- PolyMAX Polyphonic Synth
- Ravel Grand Piano
- Waterfall B3 Organ
Delay & Modulation (10)
- Brigade Chorus Pedal
- Cooper Time Cube MkII Delay
- EP-34 Tape Echo
- Galaxy Tape Echo
- KORG SDD-3000 Digital Delay
- MXR Flanger/Doubler
- Precision Delay Modulation
- Precision Delay Modulation Long
- Studio D Chorus
- Waterfall Rotary Speaker
Reverbs & Environments (13)
- AKG BX 20 Spring Reverb
- Capitol Chambers
- DreamVerb Room Modeler
- EMT 140 Classic Plate Reverb
- EMT 250 Classic Electronic Reverb
- Hitsville Reverb Chambers
- Lexicon 224 Digital Reverb
- Lexicon 480L Digital Reverb and Effects
- Ocean Way Studios
- Precision Reflection Engine
- Pure Plate Reverb
- RealVerb Pro Custom Room Modeler
- UAD Sound City Studios
Mastering (7)
- Capitol Mastering Compressor
- Hitsville Mastering EQ
- Manley Massive Passive Mastering EQ
- Precision K-Stereo Ambience Recovery
- Precision Maximizer
- Precision Multiband
- Precision Limiter
Guitar & Bass (9)
- Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Amplifier
- Bermuda Triangle
- Fender ’55 Tweed Deluxe
- Marshall Plexi Classic Amplifier
- Raw Distortion
- TS Overdrive Pedal
- UAD Dream '65 Reverb Amplifier
- UAD Lion '68 Super Lead Amp
- UAD Ruby '63 Top Boost Amplifier
LUNA Extensions (4)
- LUNA API Summing Extension
- LUNA API Vision Console Emulation Extension
- LUNA Ampex ATR-102 Mastering Tape Extension
- LUNA Studer A800 Multichannel Tape Extension
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About UNIVERSAL AUDIO
Universal Audio is a legendary brand in the world of professional audio, renowned for its audio interfaces, preamplifiers, compressors, and the UAD plug-in platform. Universal Audio products combine superior analog circuitry with cutting-edge digital technology, offering musicians, producers, and sound engineers tools for recording and mixing with impeccable sound. The Apollo series interfaces have become a standard in studios worldwide thanks to their integrated DSP processing and faithful emulations of classic analog hardware. Universal Audio represents excellence for those seeking uncompromising sound quality. On musicdelivery.net, you can purchase Universal Audio interfaces, plug-ins, and processors to take your productions to the next level.
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Shipments
Shipments
We ship throughout Italy and the European Union via selected express courier partners. All orders travel in special reinforced packaging and are covered by 100% included insurance to fully protect the value and integrity of professional equipment during transport.
Returns and refunds
Returns and refunds
You can request a return within 14 days of receiving the order. As these are professional hardware and devices, items must be returned completely intact, unused, unactivated, and sealed in their original packaging, complete with all accessories and manuals.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are your shipping and delivery times?
What are your shipping and delivery times?
Orders are processed within 24/48 business hours. Delivery is made by insured express courier to guarantee maximum protection and safety even for the most delicate and expensive equipment.
Are the products covered by an official warranty?
Are the products covered by an official warranty?
Yes, all products are 100% original and covered by the official 24-month manufacturer's warranty. In addition, our technical department offers free after-sales support to assist you with the initial setup of your system.
How does the right of withdrawal work?
How does the right of withdrawal work?
If the hardware does not meet your expectations, you can return it within 14 days of receipt. The product must be returned intact, unused, and sealed in its original packaging, complete with all accessories and manuals.
What does it mean if a product is "Available on order"?
What does it mean if a product is "Available on order"?
Some complex professional audio systems or lighting equipment are ordered directly from official distributors based on customer requests. You can proceed with the purchase as normal and our team will immediately inform you of the exact arrival times at our warehouses.

