The latest addition to Universal Audio’s line-up combines the power of their renowned DSP plug-ins with the flexibility of networked audio, integrating seamlessly with Dante-equipped digital consoles and recording systems. The Apollo x16D has been designed with live sound venues and networked recording studios in mind, can be expanded to provide up to 64 channels of real-time UAD plug-in processing, and supports immersive mixing in formats such as Dolby Atmos, Auro-3D and Sony 360 Reality Audio.
The new arrival makes it possible to incorporate real-time UAD plug-in processing into live and studio performances over a Dante network; each unit offers 16 channels of processing, and users are able to combine up to four units to take advantage of a total of 64 channels. Two versions are available: Essentials+ and Ultimate+, which each come bundled with a collection of UAD plug-ins. The interface’s monitoring facilities also support a variety of immersive audio formats in channel layouts up to 9.1.6.
"The Apollo x16D marks a milestone for us. Networked audio processing plays a critical part of UA's future, and Dante makes real-time UAD processing possible for more Apollo users, both in front-of-house live sound applications and in networked audio and post-production studios." - Bill Putnam Jr., CEO of Universal Audio
Up to four Apollo x16D units can be combined to offer a total of 64 channels.
"Audinate and Universal Audio were both founded by people with a passion for music. I'm delighted to be working with Bill and UA to deliver leading real-time signal processing with Dante on the Apollo x16D. Musicians and professionals often work across live events, recording and post-production. The Apollo x16D with Dante is ideally suited to deliver cutting-edge networking and processing wherever musicians and professionals find themselves working and creating." Aidan Williams, CEO of Audinate
Pricing & Availability
The Apollo x16D is available now, with pricing as follows:
- Essentials+: $2999
- Ultimate+: $3999
