UNIVERSAL AUDIO APOLLO X6 GEN2 ESSENTIAL+

Gen 2 16x22 Thunderbolt 3 desktop audio interface for Mac and Windows with Essential package Rack-mountable Thunderbolt 16 x 22 audio interface with two Unison microphone preamplifiers, Apollo X Gen 2 superior audio conversion, Auto-Gain, Apollo Monitor Correction, up to 5.1 surround with bass management, six-core DSP processing (HEXA Core) for plug-ins, and premium software suite for Mac or Windows.The heart of your next musical productionThe next generation of UA's Apollo x6 interfaces is here, offering producers and studios I designed a high-resolution audio conversion, two Unison™ microphone preamplifiers and HEXA Core DSP power to write and produce with world-class UAD plug-ins such as Auto-Tune, Neve, Manley, Avalon, SSL and many others. This is a product that top-tier manufacturers and engineers around the world rely on, who need the high-quality sound and DSP power of Apollo X, but without the additional hardware channels of larger models, the Apollo x6 elevates your production space with timeless sounds and legendary UA craftsmanship. Key BenefitsListen to the next generation of audio conversion with the widest dynamic range and lowest distortion of any Apollo Experience analog tones with Unison™ preamps, which allow you to record in real time through authentic emulations of Neve, API, Avalon, Manley, Fender and othersAccess the complete library of more than 200 UAD DSP and Native plug-ins, including award-winning titles such as Capitol Chambers, Sound City Studios, EL8 Distressor and AltriMix securely in any room or with headphones using the Apollo Monitor Correction supported by Sonarworks® *Set your levels to multiple inputs in seconds with Auto-Gain and never miss a shotListen to all the details of the low frequencies in your mixes thanks to the management of bass to add a subwoofer to your monitoring setupQuickly set up low-latency cue, plug-in scenes, and immersive audio monitoring with the UAD Console appGet thousands of dollars in award-winning UAD plug-in titles like Auto-Tune, Fairchild, Teletronix, and others with a choice between Essentials+ or Studio editions+All the inputs you needWith two Unison™ preamps and front-panel Hi-Z inputs, Apollo x6 lets you record in real time with the sound of classic equipment like Neve, Manley, API, Fender, Marshall and many others. Plus, with six additional line inputs, you can easily connect your hardware synths, keyboards, and other external equipment. Mix with vintage and modern soundsImmediately ready to use, Apollo x6 provides you with the tools you need to create exceptional mixes. Along with the included synthesizers and ribbon echoes, Telettronix LA-2A compressors and Pultec EQs, you can access the entire library of more than 200 UAD plug-ins to unlock proven tools that will take your productions to the next level. Hear every detail like never before. In its Gen 2, Apollo x6 presents the highest-resolution D/A converters ever made by UA, combined with Apollo monitor correction powered by Sonarworks.® This means that when you play your audio through monitors or headphones, you'll not only hear the purer representation of your recordings, but there won't be any surprises when you hear the final mix or master. Find your workflow in the UAD Console appJust like in an analog studio, where the console is the heart of the workflow, Apollo x6 has a powerful digital mixing engine where you can control plug-in routing and monitoring. With the latest features, such as Auto-Gain, bass management, 5.1 surround sound, and plug-in scenes, finding the workflow that best fits your needs is simple. A hybrid system designed for your needsCombine Apollo x6's HEXA Core DSP with your computer's native processing to produce complex sessions with intricate plug-in chains — a powerful hybrid workflow that surpasses any native-only recording setup.Expand your studio as you growthBuild your studio by connecting up to four Thunderbolt Apollo interfaces, for a total of up to 128 channels of high-quality I/O to your DAW, and control everything from your desktop using Apollo Twin or x4. So wherever your music takes you, an Apollo will always be at your fingertips. Key features16 x 22 Thunderbolt audio interface with HEXA Core DSP processing for plug-inTwo Unison™ microphone preamplifiers, two Hi-Z instrument inputs, six 1/4" line inputs, two Toslink optical I/Os (ADAT S/MUX), RCA coaxial I/O (S/PDIF), I/O word clock (BNC) Two 1/4" monitor outputs, six 1/4" line outputs (ALT/surround 5.1), two 1/4" TRS headphone outputs “Apollo X Gen 2 elite class converters with 24-bit/192 kHz resolution with Dual-Crystal Clocking for ultra-low jitter at all D/A sample rates improved for monitoring and critical reproduction with a dynamic range of 130 dB and an incredible total harmonic distortion (THD) of -127 dBCalibrate main monitor and headphone outputs with Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks® *Fully equipped monitor controller with alternative speaker switching and integrated talkback for easy communication with TalentiApp UAD Console updated with Subwoofer, Plug-In Scenes, integration with bass management, immersive audio support, and moreThe built-in DSP supports more than 200 UAD plug-ins through VST, AU, and AAX 64 formats in all major DAWs, including up to 50+ UAD plug-ins with Essentials+ or Studio+ editions. Compatible with LUNA, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, and more**Expandable with Apollo Thunderbolt interfaces or models selected through Dante, free industry-leading technical support from expert sound engineers*Coming in the fourth quarter of 2024, requires Apollo Monitor Correction and SoundID add-ons Reference, available on Sonarworks.com**For full compatibility information, refer to help.uaudio.com.Plug-ins included in Essentials+ EditionChannel Strip & Preamp (6) Century Tube Channel StripCS-1 Channel StripHelios Type 69 Preamp & EQPrecision Channel StripUA 610-A Preamp & EQUA 610-B Preamp & EQ Compressors/Limiter (7) Fairchild 670 LegacyTeletroniX LA-2A Classic LevelerTeletronix LA-2A Classic LevelerTeletronix LA-2A Classic LevelerTeletronix LA-2A Silver Classic LevelerTeletronix LA-2A Classic LevelerTeletronix LA-2A Silver Classic LevelerTeletronix LA-2A Classic LevelerTeletronix LA-2A Classic LevelerTeletronix LA-2A Silver Classic LevelerTeletronix LA-2A Classic LevelerTeletronix LA-2A Classic LevelerTeletronix LA-2A Silver Classic LevelerTeletronix LA-2A Classic LevelerTeletronix LA-2A Silver Classic LevelerTeletronix LA-2A Classic LevelerTeletronix Amplifier UA 1176LN LegacyUA 1176SE LegacyEqualizers (6) Helios Type 69 Legacy EQPultec EQP-1A Legacy EQPultec EQP-1A Passive EQPultec HLF-3C Passive EQPultec MEQ-5 Passive EQPultec Pro Legacy EQSpecial Processing (4) Auto-Tune Realtime AccessOxide Tape RecorderPrecision Enhancer HzVerve Analog Machines EssentialsTools (1) PolyMax Polyphonic SynthDelay & Modulation (3) Galaxy Tape EchoPrecision Delay ModPrecision Delay Mod LRiverberi and environments © (3) Precision Reflection Enginepure Plate Reverb Verb Pro Custom Room ModelerGuitar and bass (3) Ampeg VR Classic Bass AmplifierMarshall Plexi Classic AmplifierRAW Distortion