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UA - APOLLO TWIN DUO Audio Interface
Description
High-Resolution Desktop Music Production with Classic Analog Sound. (Duo, with 2 SHARC DSP processors)
With its class-leading resolution and Realtime UAD Processing, Apollo Twin sets a new standard for desktop music production. This 2x6 Mac Thunderbolt interface allows you to record with near-zero latency through the full range of UAD Powered Plug-Ins ingeniously merging classic analog tones with cutting-edge features.
With the highest dynamic range and lowest noise of any desktop interface, Apollo Twin gives you stellar 24-bit/192 kHz sound and breathtaking clarity.
Its premium mic preamps, input stage, and audio conversion are identical to the famed Apollo series, translating into rich three-dimensional recordings with exceptional depth and punch. Digitally controlled analog monitor outputs provide full resolution audio (without digital scaling) at all listening levels letting you create better mixes in real-world environments.
Key Features
- Desktop 2x6 Thunderbolt audio interface with world-class 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion
- Realtime UAD Processing for tracking through vintage Compressors, EQs, Tape Machines, Mic Preamps, and Guitar Amp plug-ins with near-zero (sub-2ms) latency
- Thunderbolt connection for blazing-fast PCIe speed and rock-solid performance on modern Macs
- Unison technology offers stunning models of classic tube and transformer-based mic preamps
- Two premium mic/line preamps; Two line outputs; front-panel Hi-Z instrument input and headphones output
- Two digitally controlled analog monitor outputs for full resolution at all listening levels
- Up to eight channels of additional digital input via Optical connection
- Uncompromising analog design, superior components, and premium build quality
- Runs UAD Powered Plug-Ins via Audio Units, VST, RTAS & AAX64 in all major DAWs
- Sample rates up to 192 kHz* at 24-bit word length
- Up to 10 x 6 simultaneous input/output channels
- Two channels of analog-to-digital conversion via:
- Two balanced mic/line inputs
- One Hi-Z instrument input
- Six channels of digital-to-analog conversion via:
- Digitally-controlled stereo monitor outputs
- Stereo headphone outputs
- Line outputs 3-4
- Up to eight channels of digital inputs via:
- Eight channels ADAT optical with S/MUX for high sample rates, or
- Two channels S/PDIF optical with sample rate conversion
- 64-bit device drivers
- PCIe audio drivers
- Two high-resolution, ultra-transparent, digitally-controlled analog mic preamps
- Front panel and software control of all preamp parameters
- Low cut filter, 48V phantom power, 20 dB pad, polarity inversion, and stereo linking
- Digitally-controlled analog monitor outputs maintains highest fidelity
- Independently-addressable stereo headphone outputs
- Independently-addressable line outputs 3-4 can be used for additional cue mix
- Front panel control of monitor levels and muting
UAD-2 Inside
- Two (DUO) SHARC DSP processors
- Realtime UAD Processing on all analog and digital inputs
- Same features and functionality as other UAD-2 devices when used with DAW
- Includes UAD Powered Plug-Ins Realtime Analog Classics bundle
- Complete UAD Powered Plug-Ins library is available online
Software
Console application:
- Enables tracking and/or monitoring with Realtime UAD Processing
- Remote control of Apollo Twin features and functionality
- Virtual I/O for routing DAW tracks through Console
- Two independent stereo Auxiliary busses
- Saves Apollo Twin configurations inside DAW sessions for easy recall
- Facilitates control of Apollo Twin monitoring features from within the DAW
- VST, RTAS, AAX 64, and Audio Units plug-in formats
- Configures global UAD settings and monitors system usage
- Attractive and durable desktop form factor
- Locking power supply prevents accidental disconnection
- Easily updateable firmware
- One year warranty includes parts and labour
- Apple Mac computer with available Thunderbolt port
- Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion or 10.9 Mavericks
- Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins
- Compatible VST, Audio Units, RTAS, or AAX 64 plug-in host application software
- 2 gigabytes available disk space
- Thunderbolt cable (sold separately)
- Width 6.31"
- Height 2.60"
- Depth, Chassis Only 5.86"
- Depth, Including Knob & Jack Protrusions 6.20"
- Weight (bare unit) 2.35 pounds
- Apollo Twin Unit (DUO)
- External Power Supply with (4) changeable AC connectors supporting USA, Europe, UK, Australia, China
- URL Card
