The New Apollo Twin X USB has all the benefits of the Apollo Twin X, including elite-class A/D and D/A conversion, DUO Core realtime UAD plug-in processing, and Unison-enabled mic preamps, as well as a software suite of 25 award-winning UAD plug-in titles, featuring Collections from Teletronix, Pultec, UA, and more.

Apollo Twin X USB gives musicians and producers audio conversion with the tone, feel, and flow of analog recording, letting you record through preamps from Neve, API, Manley, and more, with near-zero latency. Record vocals and synths in realtime through classic mic preamp emulations from Neve, API, Manley, Avalon, and more. Mix with UAD plug-ins like the included Teletronix LA-2A and 1176 compressors, Pultec EQs, and iconic UA 610 tube preamp.

Apollo Twin X USB improves upon the original Apollo Twin’s gold-standard audio quality with completely redesigned A/D and D/A conversion — giving you increased dynamic range and ultra-low THD. This elite-class conversion gives you a spacious, organic sound that easily rivals dedicated high-end converters.

With its two Unison preamps and front panel Hi-Z instrument input, Apollo Twin X USB lets you track in realtime through preamp and channel strip plug-ins from Neve, Manley, API, and dozens more, giving you the same rich analog texture as the hardware used on decades of iconic music.

Out of the box, Apollo Twin X USB’s included plug-ins give you album-ready tones in realtime with professional tools like the UA 610-B Tube Preamp & EQ, Teletronix LA-2A tube compressor, amps from Marshall and Ampeg, and more. Plus, Apollo Twin X USB lets you tap into the entire UAD plug-in library, giving you the proven hit-making sounds of Ocean Way Studios, Capitol Chambers, and hundreds more.

Features:

• Desktop 10 x 6 USB 3 audio interface for Windows with next-generation 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion
• Available UAD-2 DUO Core Processing for tracking through vintage compressors, EQs, tape machines, mic preamps, and guitar amp plug-ins with near-zero latency, regardless of audio buffer size
• Unison technology offers stunning models of classic tube and transformer-based preamps, guitar amps, and stompboxes
• Built-in talkback mic for communication with studio talent and recording slate cues
• Improved monitor functionality including monitor remote functions and Mono, Mute, DIM, and ALT monitor controls
• 2 premium Unison mic/line preamps; 2 line outputs; front-panel Hi-Z instrument input and headphone output
• 2 digitally controlled analog monitor outputs for full resolution at all listening levels
• Up to 8 channels of additional digital input via optical ADAT or S/PDIF
• Includes Heritage Edition UAD plug-in bundle, featuring Teletronix LA-2A and 1176 compressor collections, 610-B Tube Preamp & EQ Collection, Pultec Passive EQ Collection, Pure Plate Reverb, and more
• Runs UAD Powered Plug-Ins via VST, Audio Units, & AAX in all major DAWs
• Uncompromising analog design, superior components, and premium build quality
• Free, industry-leading technical support — on the phone and online — from knowledgeable audio engineers

Included in the Heritage Edition Plug-In Bundle:

• 1176 Classic Limiter Collection (3)
• 1176LN Legacy Compressor/Limiter
• 1176SE Legacy Compressor/Limiter
• 610 Tube Preamp & EQ Collection (2)
• Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Amplifier
• Pultec Passive EQ Collection (3)
• Pultec EQP-1A Legacy
• Pultec Pro Legacy
• Pure Plate Reverb
• Precision Channel Strip
• Precision Delay Modulation
• Precision Delay Modulation L
• Precision Reflection Engine
• RAW Distortion Pedal
• RealVerb Pro
• Softube Marshall Plexi Classic Guitar Amp
• Teletronix LA-2A Classic Leveler Collection (3)
• Teletronix LA-2A Legacy Limiter

RRP A$2,899.00

With several years in the making, Universal Audio has released its Capitol Mastering Compressor. The plugin gives you the rich sound of the CM5511 — a legendary hand-built tube mastering compressor designed and used by Capitol Studios on historic catalogs and thousands of hit records. Exclusively modelled by UA, now you can get the same professional finishing touch previously only available at Capitol Studios.

Get the Exclusive Sound of Capitol Mastering
The CM5511 compressor has mastered entire catalogs from Capitol, Motown, Geffen, Blue Note, Def Jam, and dozens more, as well as modern records by Black Sabbath, Demi Lovato, and Selena Gomez. Inspired by vintage Fairchild 670 and Gates Sta‑Level tube limiters — and designed for consistent results across Capitol’s four mastering rooms — Capitol Mastering Compressor is an exacting emulation of this ‘spare no expense’ hardware, giving you the modern tube-based sound of this custom-made dynamics masterpiece.

Tighten low end, add subtle saturation, and tweak the stereo field with easy‑to‑use ‘plug‑in only’ controls. Plus, comprehensive dBFS and LUFS metering and sidechain filter means you have a full-featured, modern mastering tool at your fingertips.

Not just for the 2‑bus, Capitol Mastering Compressor will add its tube‑based magic to your drum bus, synths, background vocals, and more, giving you the gorgeous dynamics control only achievable with this one‑of‑a‑kind, hit‑proven hardware.

Use this plug-in free for 14 days and find out if it’s right for you.

Universal Audio Inc., a worldwide leader in audio production tools including the popular Apollo and Volt audio interfaces, UAD plug-ins, and UA microphones, is proud to introduce new additions to the award-winning UAFX pedal lineup. Built upon powerful UAFX dual-engine processing and UA’s world-leading analog modelling, the new Del-Verb Ambience Companion, Galaxy ‘74 Tape Echo & Reverb, and Max Preamp & Dual Compressor pedals deliver expressive tones in three vintage-inspired stompboxes.

Built for ‘tone chasers’ desiring sonically-accurate vintage sounds, UA’s newest pedals pack the world’s most authentic emulations of classic studio hardware and effects. “We are excited to unveil the newest additions to our UAFX pedal lineup,” said Bill Putnam Jr., CEO of Universal Audio. “These pedals not only sound incredible, but weave seamlessly into the fabric of UA’s legacy — delivering on our dedication to craftsmanship and creating gear that will inspire generations.”

Del-Verb Ambience Companion
Del‑Verb Ambience Companion packs ready‑to‑wear emulations of classic reverb and delay effects, in a pedal designed for immediate inspiration.

Features:

• The most authentic vintage reverb and delay effects ever captured in a single effects pedal
• ‘Golden unit’ spring reverb tank, pulled from classic ’60s American guitar amp
• Vintage German studio plate reverb sourced from The Plant in Sausalito, CA
• Bit‑for‑bit vintage studio digital reverb algorithms from the late 1970s
• Definitive emulation of iconic tape echo unit and legendary preamp
• Classic bucket‑brigade analog delay effects with the colour, texture, and tone of the original hardware
• Pristine, studio‑grade digital delays with dynamic and inspiring modulation textures
• Download custom effect voicings, add tap tempo, and more with the UAFX Control app
• Includes silent switching, buffered bypass, analog dry through, optional spillover/trails, and stereo operation

Galaxy ’74 Tape Echo & Reverb
Galaxy ’74 Tape Echo & Reverb captures the warm, warped, relentlessly analog effects of the iconic mid-’70s Roland Space Echo hardware.

Features:

• The most authentic emulation of the classic mid‑’70s Roland Space Echo hardware
• Full modelling of the classic multi‑head tape delay mechanism
• Exacting emulation of original hardware’s spring reverb
• Definitive capture of iconic analog preamp section
• Doubled delay times for effects that go beyond the original hardware
• Tweak footswitch settings to add tap tempo, adjust realtime effects, and customise unique oscillation sounds with UAFX Control app
• Includes silent switching, buffered bypass, analog dry through, optional spillover/trails, and stereo operation

Max Preamp & Dual Compressor
Max Preamp & Dual Compressor puts the colourful sound of three legendary limiters and an iconic tube preamp, right at your feet.

Features:

• The most authentic emulations of the classic UA 1176, Teletronix LA‑2A, and Dyna Comp compressors, in a single pedal
• Warm tube compression with the most authentic emulation of the Teletronix LA‑2A
• Full modelling of the iconic UA 1176 gives guitarists the same FET compressor used on decades of legendary studio guitar sounds
• Lo‑fi compression and funky overdrive with an unparalleled model of the classic Dyna Comp stompbox
• Full emulation of UA’s legendary 610 tube preamp and EQ for added grit and grind
• Stack compressors in any combination for even more tones and textures
• Tweak preamp EQ settings, serial/parallel operation, add a sidechain bass filter, and more with UAFX Control App

All pedals have the RRP of US$349.

Universal Audio Inc. (UA), a worldwide leader in audio production tools including Apollo and Volt audio interfaces, UAD plug-ins, UA mics, and UAFX guitar products, is proud to announce the release of UAD Software 10.2.3, featuring 16-channel immersive audio monitoring support with Apollo x16 for Dolby Atmos, Auro-3D, Sony 360 Reality Audio, and others.

This free update includes all-new Monitor Controls, Calibration, and Metering windows in Apollo’s Console application, turning Apollo x16 into an affordable immersive audio mixing and monitoring solution up to 9.1.6.

Apollo x16 is the industry-standard recording studio centrepiece, seamlessly connecting to outboard analog gear and mixing consoles. With 16 channels of elite-class A/D and D/A and Realtime UAD HEXA Core processing, Apollo x16 gives producers access to over 200 plug-ins exclusively from the UAD library.

Key Features:

• (New) Control 16-channel immersive audio mixes for Dolby Atmos, Auro-3D, Sony 360 Reality Audio, and others
• 18 x 20 Thunderbolt 3 audio interface with class-leading 24-bit/192 KHz conversion (backwards compatible with Thunderbolt 1 & 2 on Mac)
• HEXA Core Realtime UAD Processing for tracking through UAD plug-ins at near-zero latency, regardless of audio buffer size
• Selectable +24 dBu operation for easy compatibility with professional mixing consoles and tape machines
• Combine up to 4 Thunderbolt-equipped Apollos and 6 total UAD devices
• Includes the ‘Realtime Analog Classics Plus’ UAD plug-in bundle. Other UAD plug-ins sold separately.
• Convenient front panel monitoring functions including Alt Speakers, Talkback mic, and assignable Dim or Mono
• Uncompromising UA analog design, superior components, and premium build quality

Apollo x16 Audio Interfaces: US$3999