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Universal Audio Apollo x16D 18x20 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface with Dante – Essentials Edition
Universal Audio Apollo x16D 18x20 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface with Dante – Essentials Edition
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- At a glance
- A rackmount Thunderbolt 3 interface with Dante, onboard UAD HEXA DSP, and the Essentials plug-in bundle.
- Best for
- Networked studios and live rigs that need Dante routing and UAD processing with the Essentials bundle.
- Why consider it
- It combines network audio and dedicated plug-in processing in one rack space.
Before You Buy
Plan for external mic preamps, a compatible Dante network, and a Thunderbolt host. Confirm which plug-ins Essentials includes.
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Before You Buy
- Match the interface connection, operating system and driver requirements to your computer.
- Count physical microphone preamps separately from total inputs and outputs.
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Bring realtime UAD processing to Dante-networked studios, venues, and broadcast systems with the Universal Audio Apollo x16D Essentials Edition. This 18x20 Thunderbolt 3 interface combines 16x16 Dante/AES67 networking, flagship Apollo X monitoring conversion, and onboard HEXA Core DSP.
Built for professional recording, live sound, broadcast, and post-production workflows, the Universal Audio Apollo x16D combines premium conversion with realtime UAD processing and flexible monitoring in a 1U rackmount design.
Key Features
- 18x20 Thunderbolt 3 audio interface
- 16x16 Dante I/O with AES67 operation at 48 kHz
- Stereo AES/EBU digital input and output
- 24-bit/192 kHz conversion
- 133 dB dynamic range on the main monitor outputs
- HEXA Core UAD-2 DSP for realtime plug-in processing
- Plug-In Scenes recall through UAD Console and MIDI
- Immersive monitor control for formats up to 9.1.6
- Dante switched or redundant network modes
- Link up to four x16D interfaces for up to 64 Dante channels at 96 kHz
- Integrated talkback and alternate-speaker monitoring
- No onboard microphone preamps; pair with Dante or AES front-end equipment
Essentials Software Edition
The Essentials Edition supplies a focused collection of UAD processing tools for recording, mixing, and live production. Included software titles and redemption terms are controlled by Universal Audio and may change.
Compatibility Notes
- Requires a compatible Thunderbolt 3 or Thunderbolt 4 computer connection.
- Compatible with supported macOS and Windows systems; verify the current Universal Audio operating-system compatibility list before purchase.
- UAD DSP plug-ins run on the interface for near-zero-latency monitoring; native UAD plug-ins run on the host computer.
- Thunderbolt adapters, Dante network hardware, DB-25 breakout cables, and other application-specific accessories may be required and are sold separately unless expressly listed.
What’s in the Box
- Universal Audio Apollo x16D audio interface
- Power cable or power supply appropriate to the model
- Thunderbolt cable
- Getting-started and safety documentation
Manuals & Documentation
Read the manufacturer documentation for this model, or save an available PDF for setup and technical reference.
