Universal Audio Apollo x8p Gen 2 16x22 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface – Studio+ Edition

Record drums, bands, ensembles, and other large sessions through eight Unison-enabled microphone preamps with the Universal Audio Apollo x8p Gen 2 Studio+ Edition. Its 16x22 Thunderbolt 3 I/O, enhanced Apollo X conversion, and onboard HEXA Core DSP create a powerful professional recording hub.

Built for professional recording, live sound, broadcast, and post-production workflows, the Universal Audio Apollo x8p Gen 2 combines premium conversion with realtime UAD processing and flexible monitoring in a 1U rackmount design.

Key Features

• 16x22 Thunderbolt 3 audio interface
• Eight Unison mic preamps with assistive Auto-Gain
• Two front-panel Hi-Z instrument inputs
• Eight DB-25 line inputs and eight DB-25 line outputs
• Two ADAT S/MUX or optical S/PDIF ports
• Word-clock input and output
• Two independent stereo headphone outputs
• 24-bit/192 kHz Apollo X Gen 2 conversion
• 130 dB monitor-output dynamic range
• HEXA Core UAD-2 DSP for realtime plug-in processing
• Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks
• Plug-In Scenes, bass management, talkback, and alternate monitoring

Studio+ Software Edition

The Studio+ Edition includes an expanded UAD plug-in collection for analog-style tracking and comprehensive mix 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 x8p Gen 2 audio interface
• Power cable or power supply appropriate to the model
• Thunderbolt cable
• Getting-started and safety documentation