Apollo TWIN X QUAD Gen 2 Studio +

Realtime Plug-In Recording
Record through vintage-style EQs, compressors, reverbs, and amps with no latency using UAD plug-ins.

Powerful QUAD Core DSP
Run multiple high-end plug-ins simultaneously without straining your computer’s processor.

Unison™ Mic Preamps
Get authentic emulations of classic gear from Neve, API, Manley, and more directly on input.

Studio-Quality Audio Conversion
Hear every detail with clear, high-resolution playback and recording.

Smart Monitoring Tools
Switch between speakers, control levels, mute, dim, talkback, and more, all from the interface.

Headphone and Monitor Calibration
Tune your headphones and monitors for accurate mixing using built-in Sonarworks correction.

Tight DAW Integration
Works seamlessly with major recording software like Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, and more.

Expandable System
Link with other Apollo interfaces via Thunderbolt for more inputs, outputs, and DSP power.

Studio+ Plug-In Bundle
Includes a collection of premium UAD plug-ins from brands like Auto-Tune, Teletronix, and Fairchild.

Sleek Desktop Design
Compact and durable design fits perfectly on your studio desk for easy access.

General Specifications
Device Type: Desktop Thunderbolt 3 audio interface
Software Bundle: 80+ UAD Analog Classics Pro plug-ins
DSP Processing: QUAD Core
Simultaneous I/O: 10 x 6
A/D Conversion: 2 channels
D/A Conversion: 6 channels
Audio Resolution: 24-bit / 192 kHz
Round-Trip Latency: 1.1 ms at 96 kHz
Realtime Processing: UAD plug-ins via onboard DSP

Computer Connectivity
Host Connection: Thunderbolt 3
Thunderbolt Ports: 1
Mac Thunderbolt 1 / 2 Support: Via Apple Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 adapter
Windows Thunderbolt 1 / 2 Support: Not supported
Bus Power: Not supported
External Power Required: Yes

Analog Inputs
Microphone Inputs: 2
Line Inputs: 2
Instrument Inputs: 1 Hi-Z
Mic / Line Connector Type: Combo XLR / 1/4" TRS
Hi-Z Connector Type: 1/4" TS unbalanced
Mic Preamp Type: Digitally controlled analog preamps
Unison Preamp Support: Yes
Phantom Power: +48V per mic input
Pad: 20 dB per mic input
Low Cut Filter: 75 Hz
Polarity Inversion: Yes
Stereo Linking: Yes

Microphone Input Performance
Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.04 dB
Dynamic Range: 123 dB A-weighted
THD+N: -115 dB, 0.00018%
Maximum Input Level: 25 dBu with pad on
Input Impedance: 5.4 kΩ, variable via Unison plug-ins
Gain Range: +10 dB to +65 dB

Line Input Performance
Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.04 dB
Dynamic Range: 122 dB A-weighted
THD+N: -115 dB, 0.00018%
Maximum Input Level: 20.2 dBu
Input Impedance: 10 kΩ
Gain Range: +10 dB to +65 dB

Hi-Z Input Performance
Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.05 dB
Dynamic Range: 121 dB A-weighted
THD+N: -110 dB, 0.00032%
Maximum Input Level: 12.4 dBu
Input Impedance: 1 MΩ, variable via Unison plug-ins
Gain Range: +10 dB to +65 dB

Analog Outputs
Monitor Outputs: 2 balanced 1/4" TRS
Line Outputs: 2 balanced 1/4" TRS
Headphone Outputs: 1 stereo 1/4" TRS
Monitor Outputs DC Coupled: Yes
Line Outputs DC Coupled: Yes
Output Reference Levels: +4 dBu / -10 dBV selectable

Monitor Output Performance
Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.04 dB
Dynamic Range: 129 dB A-weighted
THD+N: -120 dB, 0.0001%
Maximum Output Level: 20.2 dBu
Output Impedance: 100 Ω

Line Output Performance
Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.01 dB
Dynamic Range: 127 dB A-weighted
THD+N: -119 dB, 0.00011%
Maximum Output Level at +4 dBu Reference: 20.2 dBu
Maximum Output Level at -10 dBV Reference: 14.5 dBu
Output Impedance: 100 Ω

Headphone Output Performance
Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.01 dB
Dynamic Range: 124 dB A-weighted
THD+N at 300 Ω: -112 dB, 0.00025%
THD+N at 600 Ω: -114 dB, 0.00019%
Maximum Output Level at 300 Ω: 15.4 dBu
Maximum Output Level at 600 Ω: 15.8 dBu
Maximum Output Power at 300 Ω: 69 mW RMS
Maximum Output Power at 600 Ω: 38 mW RMS

Digital Input
Digital Input Port: Optical TOSLINK
Digital Formats: ADAT or S/PDIF selectable
S/PDIF Channels: 2
S/PDIF Format: IEC 958
S/PDIF Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz
ADAT Channels: Up to 8
ADAT Format: ADAT Lightpipe with S/MUX
ADAT Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz
ADAT Channels at 44.1 / 48 kHz: 8
ADAT Channels at 88.2 / 96 kHz: 4
ADAT Channels at 176.4 / 192 kHz: 2

Clocking
Clock Sources: Internal, ADAT, S/PDIF
Digital Input Clocking: Conditional by selected input type

Monitoring Features
Monitor Controller: Integrated
Alternate Speaker Switching: Yes
Talkback Microphone: Built in
Monitor Mute: Yes
Monitor Dim: Yes
Mono Summing: Yes
Headphone Output Control: Front panel
Apollo Monitor Correction: Supported
Bass Management: Supported
Immersive Audio Monitoring: Supported

Software Features
Control Software: UAD Console
Auto-Gain: Supported
Plug-In Scenes: Supported
Virtual I/O: Supported
Auxiliary Buses: 2 stereo
DAW Plug-In Formats: VST, AU, AAX 64
DAW Compatibility: LUNA, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live
Plug-In Library Access: 200+ UAD plug-ins supported
Included Plug-In Suite: UAD Analog Classics Pro
Included Plug-In Count: 80+

Included Studio+ Plug-In Categories
Vocals & Pitch Correction: 2
Channel Strips & Preamps: 19
Compressors / Limiters: 21
Equalizers: 9
Special Processing: 9
Instruments: 1
Delay & Modulation: 8
Reverbs & Rooms: 6
Mastering: 3
Guitar & Bass: 9
LUNA Extensions: 4

Electrical
Power Supply: External AC-to-DC
AC Input Connector: IEC C8 non-polarized
AC Requirements: 100V – 240V AC, 50 – 60 Hz, 1.2 A max
DC Connector: 2.1 mm x 5.5 mm center-positive barrel
DC Requirements: 12 VDC, ±5%, 4.2 A
Maximum Power Consumption: 15 W

Environmental
Operating Temperature: 32°F – 104°F
Operating Temperature: 0°C – 40°C

Physical
Width: 6.31" / 160.34 mm
Height: 2.59" / 65.81 mm
Depth, Chassis Only: 5.89" / 149.59 mm
Depth, Including Knob & Jack Protrusions: 6.14" / 156.10 mm
Unit Weight: 2.29 lb / 1.04 kg
Security Slot: Kensington-compatible

Package Contents
Audio Interface: Included
External Power Supply: Included
AC Power Cable: Region-specific
Getting Started Card: Included