Universal Audio has announced the release of the Apollo Twin X USB, a new audio interface with A/D and D/A conversion inherited from the Apollo X rackmount interfaces joined by USB 3 connectivity for Windows.
Available in UAD-2 DUO Core format for running UAD plugins in real time, the desktop 10×6 Apollo Twin X USB improves upon the original Apollo Twin’s audio quality with completely redesigned A/D and D/A conversion to provide increased dynamic range and lower THD.
Overview:
— 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion
— UAD-2 DUO Core Processing for tracking through vintage compressors, EQs, tape machines, mic preamps, and guitar amp plugins with low latency regardless of audio buffer size
— Proprietary Unison technology offers 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 Mono, Mute, DIM, and ALT monitor controls
— Two Unison mic/line preamps; two line outputs; front-panel Hi-Z instrument input and headphone output
— Up to eight channels of additional digital input via optical ADAT or optical S/PDIF
— Includes Heritage Edition UAD plugin bundle withthe Teletronix LA-2A and 1176 compressor collections, 610-B Tube Preamp & EQ Collection, Pultec Passive EQ Collection, Pure Plate Reverb, and more
— Runs UAD powered plugins via VST & AAX in all major DAWs
— Works with Windows DAW via ASIO drivers
Go here for more specifics about the new Apollo Twin X USB interface.
