Universal Audio Apollo X4 Heritage Edition

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12x18 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface

With UAD-2 Quad-core processor for virtually latency-free recordings via plug-in emulations of classic compressors, EQs, tape recorders, microphone preamplifiers, and guitar amplifiers
24 bit / 192 kHz AD/DA converter
4 Unison microphone preamplifiers
+48 V Phantom power
Integrated talkback microphone
Dynamic range: 127 dB
Monitor functions with controls for Mono, Mute, DIM, and ALT
Design: Desktop
Includes software bundles Rackmount Heritage edition & Realtime Analogue Classics Plus
Suitable case: Article Nr. 495524 (not included)

Technical Specifications:

4 Microphone/Line combo inputs: XLR / 6.3 mm jack
2 Hi-Z instrument inputs: 6.3 mm jack
4 Line outputs: 6.3 mm jack
2 Monitor outputs: 6.3 mm jack
ADAT/SPDIF optical input and output
2 Stereo headphone outputs: 6.3 mm jack
Thunderbolt 3 connector (thunderbolt cable is not included)
Input for external power supply
Dimensions (W x H x D): 280 x 130 x 200 mm
Weight: 1 kg

30 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee

3 3-Year Thomann Warranty

available since December 2020

Item number 508053

sales unit 1 piece(s)

Number of Mic Inputs 4

Number of Line Inputs 4

Number of Instrument Inputs 2

Number of Line Outputs 6

Headphone Outs 2

Phantom Power Yes

Number of S/PDIF Connectors 1

Number of ADAT Connectors 1

AES/EBU Connectors 0

Number of MADI Connectors 0

Ethernet 0

Other Connectors No

MIDI Connectors No

Word Clock No

Max. Samplerate 192 kHz

Max. Resolution in Bit 24 bit

Bus-Powered No

Incl. Power Supply Yes

Windows Thunderbolt driver Yes

Thunderbolt Version 3

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Game changer

Pawney 05.10.2020

Fully portable, 24bit, mixing console with comprehensive library of switchable preamps, compressors, amps and dynamic, eq, reverb, and other processing plugins and emulators.

First off - I upgraded from an Arrow after approx 4 months. Not because it was not amazing but because of the quality of the UA plugins.
I cannot afford (or store) rack mounted units. I have only used them in other peoples studios so I cannot speak for how accurate these emulations are.
I can say though that I have yet to use ANYTHING that works as well as any of the UA line of plugins. Imagine doing your takes while fully mixed with imperceptive latency. And that same mix is recored direct to audio into your DAW if you choose.

Secondly, the Unit itself -
At the momnet this is the top tier of their desktop versions.
There are 4 inputs - 2 hiz/mic/line and 2 mic/line
Controls are simple but comprehensive.
Includes a talk back button with a little built in mic. A little on the heavy side of portable but totally forgivable for what it is packing.

Cons -
Does not ship with a thunderbolt cable (for the price you would think it should)
Requires it's own power source (included) which has a SOFT plastic locking mechanism. BE CAREFUL WITH IT

Questions I would have had -
QUAD core will allow you to run approx 8 to 15(maybe) dsp plugins depending on the plugin. Processing can be diverted from DSP to create additional virtual channels or vice versa.

Be aware of the additional cost of UA plugins BUT be aware that UA offer vouchers on purchases (for next purchase), offers specific to items you own and access to custom offers where stuff gets super affordable.

Lastly, I found their site FAQ on multi unit set up a bit misleading.
You CAN link multiple units but ONLY where there are 2 TB3 connections. This unit will link with their rack mounted units or DSP processors.
By and large the desktop units cannot be daisy chained or run along side each other. UA software will only connect via a single TB3 port on your Mac.

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Perfect of course

BRISKEY 15.05.2021

Great gear, perfect sound, perfect quality, probably the best on the market. This is the number one for tracking and mixing.
For music creation inside a DAW while using a lot of virtual instruments, this interface makes the performance of your mac go crazy (even with an 10core i9 Mac).
There's also no build in loopback for audio streaming, which is a shame in 2021.

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Woow!

Oigimer 03.03.2021

What an awesome piece of gear.
Yes, It's quite expensive, but the sound ... wow! ... the UAD plugins and the unison technology are true gamechangers, I now "own" a studio loaded with racks of "you could only dream about" outboard gear .. for a fraction of the investment.

And I'm running a PC with thunderbol3, Windows 10 and presonus Studio. No problems at all. Only needed to check some UAD tutorials and make sure configuration was well made.

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Awesome interface!

HeaPunk 15.05.2020

I am producer and sound engineer. I needed a better unit to record some small band sessions, because quite often I felt that my Focusrite 18i8 couldn't provide me quality I wanted. Also I am using it on my home studio as a primary audio interface and mixing console.

Step up I got with this baby is big... stop, no. It's HUMONGOUS !!!!!

Pros:
- Preamps are really good and clear, especially DI inputs !
- Amazing console software what gives tons of flexibility
- UAD plugins and unison technology !!!
- Solid build quality
- Portable
- Talkback installed
- 2 Headphone outputs
- You can get 5 plugins if you know someone who already having a UAD interface
- Great support and community for UAD users
- Suits for live situations

Cons:
- Thunderbolt 3 cable is not included, spent extra 45€ on it, since I realized that simple USB Type-C doesn't work with it 😃
- Main knob is a little bit wobbly, but it seems to be a usual thing on most UAD Apollo interfaces

I think it is the best audio interfaces out there with lots of potential for my sound engineer future. This machine is super portable and could handle a lot!

Thanks UAD and Thomann!
These kind of things are boosting my creativity and urge to work harder!

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