Apollo x16D Ultimate Edition

Realtime UAD Plug-In Mixing
Mix studio and live performances with UAD plug-ins in realtime over Dante.

UAD Complete Included
Includes 200+ UAD plug-ins for vocals, mixing, mastering, instruments, guitar, bass, and creative effects.

Dante Networked Audio
Connect easily to digital consoles, stage rigs, and networked studios using Dante.

Instant Plug-In Scene Recall
Recall plug-in settings quickly, even during a live performance.

Apollo X Sound Quality
Get elite-class Apollo X conversion for clear, detailed monitoring and playback.

Immersive Monitoring Support
Mix for immersive formats with flexible monitoring support for modern studio workflows.

Expandable Dante System
Link multiple Apollo x16D units together to build a larger networked audio system.

Built-In DSP Processing
Run UAD plug-ins using onboard processing, helping keep your computer free for the session.

Professional Monitor Control
Control monitor levels, alternate speakers, mute, dim, mono, and talkback from the front panel or software.

Studio and Stage Workflow
Use the same trusted UAD sounds in the studio, on stage, or across a networked recording setup.

General Specifications
Device Type: Rackmount Thunderbolt audio interface with Dante
Version: Ultimate+
Included Plug-In Bundle: UAD Complete
Included Plug-Ins: 200+ UAD plug-ins
Audio Interface Format: 18 x 20
Networked Audio I/O: 16 x 16 Dante or AES67
Computer Connection: Thunderbolt 3
DSP Processing: HEXA Core UAD-2
Realtime Processing: UAD plug-ins at near-zero latency
Immersive Monitoring: Up to 9.1.6
Monitor Correction: Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks
Bass Management: Supported

Audio Conversion
A/D Conversion: 1 channel, talkback microphone
D/A Conversion: 2 channels, stereo monitor outputs
Bit Depth: 24-bit
Supported Sample Rates: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz
D/A Dynamic Range: 133 dB A-weighted
THD+N: -129 dB, 0.000037%
Clocking: Dual-Crystal Clocking
Synchronization Sources: Internal, Word Clock, AES/EBU, Dante

Analog I/O
Monitor Outputs: 2 balanced XLR outputs
Monitor Output Type: Line-level, DC-coupled
Monitor Output Reference Level: +4 dBu or -10 dBV
Maximum Output Level at +4 dBu Reference: 24 dBu, 21.8 dBV
Maximum Output Level at -10 dBV Reference: 10 dBV, 12.2 dBu
Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.02 dB
Output Impedance: 100 ohms
Connector Type: Balanced male XLR, pin 2 hot
Talkback Microphone: Built-in

Digital I/O
Dante I/O: 16 inputs, 16 outputs
AES67 I/O: 16 inputs, 16 outputs
AES67 Support: 48 kHz
Network Ports: Dual RJ45, primary and secondary
Network Port Speed: 1 Gbps Ethernet
Network Modes: Switched or redundant
AES/EBU I/O: 1 stereo input, 1 stereo output
AES/EBU Connector Type: XLR
AES/EBU Format: IEC 60958 Type I
AES/EBU Resolution: Up to 24-bit / 192 kHz
AES/EBU Sample Rate Conversion: Supported on input
AES/EBU Monitor Mirroring: Supported
Word Clock I/O: 1 input, 1 output
Word Clock Connector Type: BNC
Word Clock Lock Range: ±4% of supported sample rate
Word Clock Termination: 75 ohms, switchable

Dante Network Audio
Dante Sample Rates: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz
Dante Chipset: Brooklyn 3 audio networking module
Dante Latency: 0.25 ms, 0.5 ms, 1.0 ms, 2.0 ms, 5.0 ms
Dante Audio Flows: 32 transmitter, 32 receiver
Dante Domain Manager Support: Yes
Dante Director Support: Yes
Pull-Up/Pull-Down Support: No
Dante System Expansion: Up to four units for 64-channel Dante system
Network Redundancy: Supported

Latency
Network I/O Round-Trip Latency: 0.8 ms at 96 kHz, excluding Dante/AES67 and plug-in latency
Network to Monitor Round-Trip Latency: 1.0 ms at 96 kHz, excluding Dante/AES67 and plug-in latency

Monitoring
Stereo Monitor Outputs: Independently addressable
Monitor Level Control: Front panel rotary encoder
Monitor Mute: Front panel push control
Monitor Metering: 10-segment LED meters
Network Channel Metering: 16-channel 10-segment LED meters
Meter Modes: Input or output
ALT Monitoring: Supported
Stereo ALT Monitoring: 2 alternate monitor pairs
Immersive ALT Monitoring: 1 alternate monitor set
Monitor Functions: Mono, dim, talkback
Monitor Output Mirroring: AES/EBU output mirroring supported

Processing
DSP Cores: 6 SHARC processors
Realtime UAD Processing: Supported on all inputs
Plug-In Scene Recall: MIDI recall supported
DSP Expansion: Compatible with additional UAD-2 devices
Hybrid Processing: DSP and native host processing

Software
Control Software: UAD Console
Software Management: UA Connect
Console Recall Plug-In: Included
Plug-In Formats: VST, AAX 64, Audio Units
DAW Compatibility: LUNA, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, and more

Included UAD Complete Plug-Ins
Vocals & Pitch Correction: 2 plug-ins
Channel Strips & Preamps: 19 plug-ins
Compressors & Limiters: 36 plug-ins
Equalizers: 32 plug-ins
Special Processing: 28 plug-ins
Instruments: 7 plug-ins
Delay & Modulation: 11 plug-ins
Reverbs & Rooms: 14 plug-ins
Mastering: 15 plug-ins
Guitar & Bass: 41 plug-ins
LUNA Extensions: 4 extensions

Computer Connectivity
Thunderbolt Ports: 2 Thunderbolt 3 ports
Thunderbolt Daisy-Chaining: Supported
Thunderbolt 1/2 Mac Compatibility: Supported with Apple Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter
Thunderbolt 1/2 Windows Compatibility: Not supported
Thunderbolt Bus Power: Supplied to downstream devices
Bus-Powered Operation: Not supported

Power
Power Supply Type: External AC-to-DC power supply
AC Input Connector: IEC
AC Requirements: 100V – 240V AC, 50 – 60 Hz
DC Connector: 4-pin locking XLR
DC Requirements: 12 VDC, 9 A
Maximum Power Consumption: 72 W
Typical Power Consumption: 30 W

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

Physical
Rack Size: 1U
Width: 19 in, 48.26 cm
Height: 1.74 in, 4.42 cm
Depth, Chassis Only: 12 in, 30.5 cm
Depth, Including Knob and Jack Protrusions: 13.5 in, 34.31 cm
Unit Weight: 8 lb, 3.63 kg
Shipping Weight: 18 lb, 7.7 kg

Package Contents
Audio Interface: Included
External Power Supply: Included
IEC AC Power Cable: Region specific
Rack-Mount Screws: 4
Getting Started URL Card: Included