Apollo X is the current generation of UA's flagship Thunderbolt interfaces. Six models from desktop to rackmount, all with built-in HEXA Core UAD-2 processing. VK is an authorized UA dealer for the full Apollo X lineup.
From the desktop Apollo Twin X to the flagship Apollo X16. Same UAD-2 processing engine, same UA preamps, scaled to your room.
Two Unison preamps, two outputs, plus headphone. Duo or Quad UAD core. The standard project-studio Apollo.
Four Unison preamps, talkback, and additional outputs. Quad Core UAD-2. Compact tracking rig in 1U.
Six analog inputs, six outputs, talkback, dual headphone. HEXA Core UAD-2. Mid-tier tracking and mixing.
Eight analog inputs, eight outputs, talkback. HEXA Core UAD-2. Standard configuration for commercial tracking rooms.
Eight Unison mic preamps (vs X8's eight line ins). HEXA Core UAD-2. Best for tracking-heavy rooms.
Sixteen analog inputs, sixteen outputs. HEXA Core UAD-2. Flagship — for full tracking rooms and high-IO mix rigs.
Every Apollo X uses the same converters, the same UAD-2 engine, and the same Unison preamp emulation system.
Six DSP cores for real-time UAD plug-in processing during tracking and mixing.
Hardware preamp emulation that re-creates the impedance and gain staging of classic preamps in real time.
Bus-powered or external power depending on model. Low-latency monitoring throughout.
Talkback mic and routing built into rackmount models. Coordinates with LUNA recording system.
Apollo X interfaces work with Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, Studio One — any DAW. UA's free LUNA recording system unlocks Unison and Apollo's full integration features.
Most working studios run Apollo X alongside Pro Tools or Logic. Project studios increasingly choose LUNA for the deep UAD integration.
"Apollo X8 + LUNA + the right UAD bundle is the most cost-effective tracking rig you can build today. VK helped us spec it for the room."
Workflow, channel count, and budget all change which Apollo X is right for your room. Free consultation.