UAD Apollo X8P Gen 2 Ess+ Audio Interfaces

Maximize your recording capabilities with the UAD Apollo X8P Gen 2 Ess+ Audio Interfaces. With its advanced technology, you get 50% more DSP power for improved audio processing. This professional-grade interface offers the highest quality sound and seamless integration with your DAW. Elevate your audio recording experience with the UAD Apollo X8P Gen 2 Ess+ Audio Interfaces.

Our most advanced Apollo x8p is here. For bands, engineers, and producers who need eight Unison™ mic preamps, highest-resolution audio conversion, and realtime UAD processing — which lets you record through plug-ins from Auto-Tune, Neve, API, Manley, and more without latency — Apollo x8 puts legendary UA sound and craftsmanship right in your rack.

Produce Music with the World’s Most Trusted Audio Interface

We built Apollo x8p for producers and bands who need highest-quality audio with expanded analog inputs. With its elite-class Apollo X audio conversion, unprecedented dynamic range, and enhanced D/A monitoring — Apollo x8p is the only audio interface that gives you authentic analog sound and workflows for large sessions.

Mix Big Sessions with the Authentic Sound of Analog

Apollo x8p gives you the tools used by the world’s best engineers, right out of the box. Along with included Teletronix LA-2A compressors, Pultec EQs, and amps from Fender, Marshall, and Ampeg, you can tap into the entire library of over 200 UAD plug-ins and unlock proven hit-making sounds to bring your recordings to new heights.

Expand Your Studio as You Grow

Build your studio by linking up to four Thunderbolt Apollo interfaces for up to 128 channels of premium I/O in your DAW, 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.**

16 x 22 Thunderbolt 3 audio interface with HEXA Core DSP plug-in processing

Eight Unison™ mic preamps, two Hi-Z instrument inputs, DB-25 input (line 1-8), two optical Toslink I/O (ADAT S/MUX or S/PDIF), word clock I/O (BNC)

Two 1/4" monitor outs, DB-25 output (ALT / 7.1 surround), two 1/4" TRS headphone outs

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

Enhanced D/A for critical monitoring and playback with 130 dB dynamic range and astonishingly low THD of -127 dB

Calibrate your main monitor and headphone outputs with Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks®*

Fully-featured monitor controller with alternate speaker switching and integrated talkback for easy communication with talent

Updated UAD Console app featuring Auto-Gain, 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 50+ UAD plug-ins with Essentials+ or Studio+ 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