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Universal Audio - UA-APLTWDII

Description

Next-Generation Audio Conversion with Classic Analog Sound and DUO Core Processing.

Apollo Twin MkII is a ground-up redesign of the world's most popular professional desktop recording interface for Mac and Windows - delivering enhanced audio conversion with the tone, feel, and flow of analog recording. Built upon UA's 60-year heritage of audio craftsmanship, Apollo Twin MkII starts with two Unison-enabled mic preamps and stellar next-generation A/D and D/A conversion derived from UA's flagship Apollo 8, 8p, and 16.

Key Features:

• Desktop 2x6 Thunderbolt audio interface for Mac and Windows with next-generation 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion


• UAD-2 DUO Core Processing for tracking through vintage compressors, EQs, tape machines, mic preamps, and guitar amp plug-ins with near-zero latency


• Unison technology offers stunning models of classic tube and transformer-based preamps, guitar amps, and stompboxes


• Built-in talkback mic for communication with studio talent and recording slate cues


• Improved monitor functionality including monitor remote functions and Mono, Mute, DIM, and ALT monitor controls


• 2 premium Unison mic/line preamps; 2 line outputs; front-panel Hi-Z instrument input and headphone output


• 2 digitally controlled analog monitor outputs for full resolution at all listening levels


• Up to 8 channels of additional digital input via Optical TOSLINK connection


• Runs UAD Powered Plug-Ins via VST, RTAS, & AAX 64 in all major DAWs


Improved Monitoring and Built-In Talkback Mic
The new Apollo Twin MkII offers greatly improved monitor functionality versus the original - with Mute, DIM, Mono, and ALT speaker switching. It also includes dedicated monitor remote controls and a built-in Talkback mic for easy communication with talent and/or recording slate cues. These features, combined with Apollo Twin MkII's scalability, make it the new standard for professional desktop recording.

Build a Networked Studio
Thanks to Apollo Expanded software, users of any Thunderbolt-equipped Apollo Twin, Apollo 8, Apollo 8p, and Apollo 16 audio interfaces can combine up to four Apollos and six total UAD-2 devices - adding I/O and DSP as your studio grows. Apollo Twin MkII makes the perfect intelligent desktop controller for a full Apollo system.



Access the World of UAD Powered Plug-Ins
Beyond the included Realtime Analog Classics plug-ins, Apollo Twin Mk II lets you tap into the full library award-winning UAD Powered Plug-Ins including vintage EQs, Compressors, Reverbs, Tape Machines and more at near-zero latency, regardless of your audio softwares buffer size and without taxing your computer's CPU. With exclusive emulations from Neve, Studer, Manley, API, Ampex, Lexicon, Fender, and more, it's like having an endless analog studio, right on your desktop. And unlike competing interfaces, these DSP-powered plug-ins are also available in your DAW for mixing.

Next-Generation A/D and D/A Conversion
Of course, the heart of any audio interface is the quality of its conversion. Apollo Twin MkII improves upon the original Apollo Twins gold-standard audio quality with completely redesigned A/D and D/A conversion giving you increased dynamic range and ultra-low THD. This next-generation conversion results in breathtaking clarity, depth, and accuracy in your recordings.

Thunderbolt System Requirements

MAC:

* Apple Mac computer with available Thunderbolt port

* macOS 10.12 Sierra, 10.13 High Sierra, 10.14 Mojave, 10.15 Catalina, or 11 Big Sur

WINDOWS:

* PC computer with built-in Thunderbolt 3 port

* Windows 10 (64-Bit Edition)

* Qualified Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 adapter (sold separately)


ALL:

* Thunderbolt 2 cable (sold separately)

* 6 gigabytes available storage

* Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins

* Compatible VST, Audio Units, RTAS, or AAX 64 plug-in host DAW software

* Quad Core i7 or better processor recommended

For additional compatibility information, visit help.uaudio.com

*Apollo Twin includes the "Realtime Analog Classics" UAD plug-in bundle. Other UAD plug-ins sold separately.