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Universal Audio Apollo x4 Gen 2 Essentials Thunderbolt Interface

The UA Apollox4 interface has 4 Unison mic Preamps and QUAD Core DSP Processing. It features 24-bit /192 kHz audio conversion, enhanced monitoring and comes with a hefty UAD plug-in package.

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    Universal Audio Apollo x4 Gen 2 Thunderbolt Interface

    The Universal Audio Apollo x4 Gen 2 is a desktop powerhouse that packs elite-class audio conversion, four pristine Unison mic preamps, and QUAD Core DSP processing into a sleek chassis, letting you record and mix with the same tools trusted by Grammy-winning producers. Think of it as having a world-class analog studio right at your fingertips, ready to capture every nuance of your performance with breathtaking clarity.

    Universal Audio Apollo x4 Gen 2 Why Choose Ordinary When You Can Have Extraordinary

    Why Choose Ordinary When You Can Have Extraordinary?

    The Apollo x4 isn't just an interface; it's a complete production ecosystem. It delivers the ultra-clean signal path and expansive soundstage that UA is famous for, while giving you the horsepower to run its legendary UAD plug-ins in real time. Whether you're tracking vocals through a classic Neve preamp, adding Fairchild compression to a drum bus, or sweetening a mix with a Pultec EQ, the Apollo x4 provides that authentic analog warmth without taxing your computer's CPU.

    • Elite-Class Apollo X Gen 2 Converters: Experience pristine audio fidelity with UA’s next-generation 24-bit / 192 kHz converters. The enhanced D/A conversion provides an astonishing 129 dB of dynamic range, so you can hear every subtle detail during tracking and make critical mix decisions with confidence.
    • Four Unison™ Mic Preamps: Go beyond simple preamplification. Unison technology lets you record through spot-on emulations of classic hardware from Neve, Manley, API, and SSL. It’s not just a plug-in; the technology physically reconfigures the preamp’s impedance and gain staging to mirror the original analog circuits, giving you the genuine character and feel of timeless gear.
    • QUAD Core DSP Processing: Run a universe of UAD plug-ins without slowing down your DAW. This onboard processing power means you can track and mix with complex plug-in chains at near-zero latency, delivering that polished, album-ready sound right from the source.
    • Included UAD Plug-In Bundles: Get started right away with a premium suite of plug-ins. The Essentials+ or Studio+ Editions provide access to industry-standard tools like Teletronix compressors, Pultec EQs, and classic channel strips, giving you thousands of dollars worth of hit-making sounds straight out of the box.

    Find Your Perfect Sound and Workflow

    The Apollo x4 is meticulously designed to streamline your creative process, providing intuitive tools that help you work faster and smarter. It eliminates technical hurdles so you can focus purely on the music, from dialing in the perfect levels to ensuring your mixes translate perfectly everywhere.

    • Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks: Say goodbye to guesswork in your mixing environment. This powerful feature calibrates your monitors and headphones to create a flat, trustworthy frequency response, ensuring your mixes sound exactly as you intend them to, no matter where they’re played.
    • Updated UAD Console App: The heart of your workflow, the Console app, is now more powerful than ever. New features like Auto-Gain instantly set optimal recording levels across multiple inputs, while Plug-In Scenes let you save and recall entire channel strip configurations with a single click.
    • Integrated Talkback and Monitor Controller: Communicate effortlessly with artists using the built-in talkback mic. The fully-featured monitor controller also includes alternate speaker switching and subwoofer integration with Bass Management, giving you complete control over your listening environment.
    Universal Audio Apollo x4 Gen 2 Find Your Perfect Sound and Workflow
    Universal Audio Apollo x4 Gen 2 Connectivity for the Modern Studio

    Connectivity for the Modern Studio

    With its generous I/O and forward-thinking expandability, the Apollo x4 is built to be the hub of your studio, both now and in the future. It offers the flexibility to handle everything from solo recording sessions to full-band tracking.

    • Comprehensive I/O: The Apollo x4 is equipped for any scenario with four mic/line inputs, two Hi-Z instrument inputs, four line outputs, and two independent headphone outs. Optical ADAT/S/PDIF I/O provides an additional eight channels of digital connectivity, perfect for expanding your setup with an external preamp.
    • Thunderbolt Connectivity: Get lightning-fast speed and rock-solid performance on both Mac and Windows systems. Thunderbolt technology ensures ultra-low latency and high-bandwidth audio streaming, so your system remains stable even during the most demanding sessions.
    • Expandable Ecosystem: As your studio grows, so can your Apollo setup. You can link up to four Thunderbolt Apollo interfaces together, creating a massive, integrated system that you can control right from your desktop.

    The Centerpiece of a Legendary Studio

    The Universal Audio Apollo x4 Gen 2 is far more than just a way to get sound into your computer — it’s an investment in legendary tone and an unparalleled workflow. By combining pristine conversion, powerful real-time processing, and the feel of classic analog gear, it gives you everything you need to produce professional, radio-ready music from your desktop.

    Universal Audio Apollo x4 Gen 2 The Centerpiece of a Legendary Studio

    Universal Audio Apollo x4 Gen 2 Essentials Features:

    • 12 x 18 Thunderbolt audio interface with QUAD Core DSP plug-in processing
    • Elite-class 24-bit / 192 kHz Apollo X Gen 2 converters with 129 dB dynamic range
    • Four Unison™ mic preamps for tracking through authentic hardware emulations
    • Includes Essentials+ or Studio+ UAD plug-in bundle for instant access to classic sounds
    • Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks for accurate monitoring
    • Full monitor controller functionality with talkback, ALT speaker switching, and more
    • Updated UAD Console app with Auto-Gain, Plug-In Scenes, and Bass Management
    • Two front-panel Hi-Z instrument inputs and two independent headphone outputs
    • Expandable with up to four Thunderbolt Apollos
    • Compatible with LUNA, Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, and all major DAWs
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    Universal Audio Apollo x4 Gen 2 Essentials Thunderbolt Interface Specifications

    Universal Audio Apollo x4 Gen 2 Essentials Thunderbolt Interface Specifications
    Product Specifications

    Universal Audio Apollo x4 Gen 2 Essentials Specifications:

    Included Plug-Ins in Essentials+ Edition:

    • Channel Strips & Preamps (6)
      • Century Tube Channel Strip
      • CS-1 Channel Strip
      • Helios Type 69 Preamp & EQ
      • Precision Channel Strip
      • UA 610-A Preamp & EQ
      • UA 610-B Preamp & EQ
    • Compressors / Limiters (7):
      • Fairchild 670 Legacy
      • Teletronix LA-2A Classic Leveler
      • Teletronix LA-2A Gray Classic Leveler
      • Teletronix LA-2A Silver Classic Leveler
      • Teletronix LA-2A Legacy Leveling Amplifier
      • UA 1176LN Legacy
      • UA 1176SE Legacy
    • Equalizers (6):
      • Helios Type 69 Legacy EQ
      • Pultec EQP-1A Legacy EQ
      • Pultec EQP-1A Passive EQ
      • Pultec HLF-3C Passive EQ
      • Pultec MEQ-5 Passive EQ
      • Pultec Pro Legacy EQ
    • Special Processing (4):
      • Auto-Tune Realtime Access
      • Oxide Tape Recorder
      • Precision Enhancer Hz
      • Verve Analog Machines Essentials
    • Instruments (1):
      • PolyMAX Polyphonic Synth
    • Delay & Modulation (3):
      • Galaxy Tape Echo
      • Precision Delay Mod
      • Precision Delay Mod L
    • Reverbs & Rooms (3):
      • Precision Reflection Engine
      • Pure Plate Reverb
      • RealVerb Pro Custom Room Modeler
    • Guitar & Bass (3):
      • Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Amplifier
      • Marshall Plexi Classic Amplifier
      • Raw Distortion
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