Universal Audio Apollo x16 Gen 2 Essentials+

Hear the Details Like Never Before

Now in its Gen 2 design, Apollo x16 features our highest-resolution A/D and D/A converters to date. And when paired with new features like Apollo Monitor Correction by Sonarworks,* this means you’ll hear the most accurate representation of your recordings when mixing through monitors or headphones.

Mix Down to Surround

Apollo x16 supports mixing formats up to 9.1.6, so you can create 16‑channel immersive audio mixes for Dolby Atmos, Auro‑3D, Sony 360 Reality Audio, and others.

Add Hundreds of Effects to Your Rack

Apollo x16 comes in two editions, both delivering a generous suite of UAD plug-ins right out of the box. Build your mix with classic Teletronix LA-2A and 1176 compressors, Pultec EQs, API and SSL channel strips to modern favorites from Auto-Tune, Avalon, and dozens more.

Expand Your Studio as You Grow

Link up to four Apollo x16’s for 64 channels of elite-class A/D and D/A conversion, perfect for interfacing with large format recording consoles. Or stack one x16 with other Thunderbolt Apollo rackmount units and control it all from your desktop using Apollo Twin or x4. So no matter how far your music takes you, an Apollo will always be in reach.**

Available Editions:

Apollo x16 Gen 2 with Essentials+ plug-ins

Apollo x16 Gen 2 with Ultimate+ plug-ins

Key Benefits:

Connect your studio gear with 16 x 16 analog I/O via DB-25 connections with switchable +24 dBu headroom settings

Use onboard HEXA Core DSP to record and mix large sessions using UAD plug-ins in realtime

Create immersive audio mixes up to 9.1.6 for Dolby Atmos, Auro‑3D, Sony 360 Reality Audio, and others

Work faster with new UAD Console features including Auto-Gain, Plug-In Scenes, Monitor Controller, Immersive Audio, and more

Mix with confidence in any room or through headphones using Apollo Monitor Correction by Sonarworks®*

Get included UAD plug-ins from Auto-Tune, Fairchild, Teletronix, and more with Essentials+ or Ultimate+ Editions

Key Features:

• 18 x 20 Thunderbolt 3 audio interface with HEXA Core DSP plug-in processing
• Two DB-25 inputs (line 1-16), stereo AES I/O (XLR), word clock I/O (BNC)
• Two monitor outs (XLR), two DB-25 outputs (line 1-16 or ALT / 9.1.6 surround)
• Elite-class Apollo X Gen 2 converters with 24-bit / 192 kHz resolution featuring Dual-Crystal Clocking for ultra-low jitter at all sample rates
• Flagship D/A for critical monitoring and playback with 133 dB dynamic range and astonishingly low THD of -129 dB
• Calibrate your main monitor outputs (stereo or immersive) with Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks®*
• Fully-featured monitor controller with alternate speaker switching and integrated talkback for easy communication with talent
• ALT monitoring support in all monitor modes (2 x ALT mon for stereo, 1 x ALT mon for immersive)
• Updated UAD Console app featuring Plug-In Scenes, subwoofer integration with Bass Management, immersive audio support, and more
• Onboard DSP supports over 200 UAD plug-ins via VST, AU, and AAX 64 formats in all major DAWs
• Includes up to 100+ UAD plug-ins with Essentials+ or Ultimate+ Editions
• Compatible with LUNA, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, and more**
• Expandable with Thunderbolt Apollo interfaces and Dante via Apollo x16D
• Free industry-leading technical support from knowledgeable audio engineers