2x6 Thunderbolt audio interface with UAD-2 SOLO Core real-time processing
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The Universal Audio Apollo Twin MkII SOLO Desktop Audio Interface is a revised version of the popular Apollo Twin. The new Apollo Twin mkII delivers numerous technical improvements, mainly concerning two features: Sound quality and handling during recording and playback. The new Apollo Twin presents Universal Audio mkII with next-generation audio converters. Featuring Universal Audio UNISON technology, the Apollo Twin mkII provides virtually latency-free recording with UAD-2-powered plug-ins, including authentic emulations of famous studio devices from Neve, Studer , Ampex, Manley , and Fender more. The DSP technology of the Apollo Twin mk II offers great advantages compared to conventional DAW VSTs: The processing power of the processor cards relieves the audio computer and delivers excellent audio quality.
Sound studio in desktop format
The included UAD-2 plug-ins turn any recording setup into a virtual recording studio with the analog sound of famous studio classics. The Apollo Twin mkII comes with the UAD plug-in suite "Realtime Analog Classics" - that means: The virtual studio racks are full to bursting with emulations of legendary studio devices like UA 610-B Tube Preamp & EQ, the legacy versions of the compressors LA-2A and 1176LN, Pultec EQs as well as raw distortion, amp Softube rooms ...
Next Generation Recording Workflow
Compared to the original Apollo Twin, the new Apollo Twin mk II offers significantly improved monitoring functions with mute, DIM and ALT switching to a second pair of monitors. The new monitor remote control and integrated talkback microphone are also ideal for use in home studios and project studios - all in all, the improvements make the Apollo Twin mkII the desktop recording tool of the next generation.
Universal Audio Apollo Twin MkII SOLO at a glance:
Available as UAD-2 QUAD, DUO or SOLO Core Processing models for virtually latency-free recording over vintage compressors, EQs, tape machines, microphone preamps and guitar amp plug-ins
Unison™ technology offers breathtaking models of classic tube- and transistor-based preamps, guitar amps and stomp boxes
Integrated talkback microphone for communicating with studio musicians and recording commentary tracks
Improved monitoring features, including remote monitor control and controls for mono, mute, DIM and ALT monitors
2 Premium Unison microphone/line preamps, 2 line outputs; Hi-Z instrument input and headphone output on front panel
2 digitally controlled analog monitor outputs for full audio resolution at all listening levels
Up to 8 additional digital channels via the optical TOSLINK connector
"Realtime Analog Classics" UAD Plug-Ins Bundle with legacy versions LA-2A Classic Audio Levelers, 1176LN Limiting Amplifier and Pultec EQP-1A Program Equalizer plus Softube Amp Room Essentials, Raw Distortion, 610-B Tube Preamp and others included
UAD Powered Plug-Ins for the formats VST RTAS & AAX 64 and all important DAWs available
Uncompromising analog design, superior component selection and superior workmanship