Universal Audio Apollo x8p Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface

The Universal Audio Apollo x8p is built for pros that need more I/O. It has world-class AD/DA conversion and captures pristine, release-ready recordings.

Apollo x8p has eight Unison-enabled mic preamps that sound and behave like the world's most sought-after designs. It is the perfect interface if you intend to record live drums, full bands, ensembles or live-off-the-floor takes.

With HEXA Core processing, the x8p extends the limits of your plug-in processing. It features a built-in talkback mic, 7.1 surround sound monitoring* and selectable +24dBu operation. This makes it compatible with pro mixing consoles and other high-end pro audio gear.

The x8p combines the tone, feel and real-time workflow of classic analog gear with the power, speed and performance of an innovative modern interface. Not only will it deliver exceptional audio, the x8p will boost your workflow and prompt creative exploration.

Elite audio conversion and enhanced stereo image

The x8p improves on the previous Apollo interfaces by pairing elite 24-bit/192kHz converters with analog circuitry. This results in a pristine signal path.

UA x8p has 129dB of dynamic range and -119dB of total harmonic distortion. Its natural sounding audio rivals any high-end converter on the market. It also has Dual-Crystal clocking for a stunningly low jitter. That means pure recordings and excellent stereo imaging.

A suite of UAD plugin-ins with improved HEXA processing

With HEXA Core, the Apollo x8p has six SHARC DSP chips. This provides 50% more UAD plug-in processing power than previous Apollo audio interfaces. Apollo x8p’s HEXA Core Processor gives you more creative freedom in your recording and mixing sessions.

The x8p audio interface also comes with the Realtime Analog Classics Plus plugin bundle. These UAD plugins model studio gear like the Pultec EQ, the LA-2A, 1176 and Fairchaild 670 compressors. With the UAD plugins, your mixes will take a giant tonal leap.