{"product_id":"apollo-x16-gen-2-ult-rack-tb3-mac-win","title":"Apollo x16 Gen 2 ULT (Rack\/TB3\/MAC\/WIN)","description":"\u003cp class=\"aeo-answer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Apollo x16 Gen 2 ULT is a Universal Audio Apollo audio interface with onboard DSP for realtime UAD plug-in processing while you record. Priced at $4699.00, sold brand-new by Victory Musical Instruments, a veteran-owned authorized UA dealer in Miami, FL. Questions? Call 844-687-4208.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe flagship Apollo X, loaded with UA's top-tier plug-in library.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Universal Audio Apollo x16 Gen 2 Ultimate+ Edition pairs the 18 In \/ 20 Out rackmount interface with HEXA Core DSP, 9.1.6 immersive audio support, and over 100 UAD plug-in titles worth thousands of dollars — the deepest software bundle UA offers with any hardware purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;max-width:640px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 14px 6px 0;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0;\"\u003eUniversal Audio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 14px 6px 0;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0;\"\u003eApollo x16 Gen 2 ULT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 14px 6px 0;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0;\"\u003eAudio Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 14px 6px 0;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eForm factor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0;\"\u003eRackmount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 14px 6px 0;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eConnection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0;\"\u003eThunderbolt 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 14px 6px 0;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eComputer compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0;\"\u003eMac \u0026amp; Windows\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 14px 6px 0;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003ePrice\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0;\"\u003e$4699.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 14px 6px 0;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eSKU \/ MPN\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0;\"\u003eAPX16G2-ULT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 14px 6px 0;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0;\"\u003eNew (factory sealed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 14px 6px 0;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0;\"\u003eFull Universal Audio manufacturer warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 14px 6px 0;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eSold by\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0;\"\u003eVictory Musical Instruments — veteran-owned authorized UA dealer, Miami FL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame elite-class Apollo X Gen 2 conversion as the Essentials+ Edition, same 16-channel line-level I\/O via DB-25, same HEXA Core DSP, same 9.1.6 immersive monitoring. The Ultimate+ Edition adds UA's complete plug-in vault: the full SSL, Neve, Pultec, API, Manley, Lexicon, Studer, and Ampex collections, every 1176 variant, every LA-2A variant, plus deep guitar amp libraries from Marshall, Friedman, Diezel, Engl, and Fender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElite-Class Apollo X Gen 2 Conversion\u003c\/strong\u003e — 24-bit \/ 192 kHz with Dual-Crystal Clocking for ultra-low jitter at all sample rates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Onboard Preamps — Line-Only I\/O\u003c\/strong\u003e — Designed to integrate with external mic preamps via DB-25 to consoles or preamp racks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHEXA Core DSP\u003c\/strong\u003e — Six SHARC processors for realtime UAD plug-in processing, 50% more DSP power than previous-generation Apollos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e18 In \/ 20 Out I\/O — 2 x DB-25 line inputs (16 channels), 2 x DB-25 outputs (line 1-16 or ALT \/ 9.1.6 surround), stereo AES I\/O (XLR), 2 monitor outs (XLR), BNC word clock I\/O\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9.1.6 Immersive Audio Support — Dolby Atmos, Auro-3D, and Sony 360 Reality Audio mixing with native immersive monitor controller.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApollo Monitor Correction by Sonarworks®\u003c\/strong\u003e — Calibrate main monitors (stereo or immersive) and headphones for accurate playback (available add-on).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpdated UAD Console\u003c\/strong\u003e — Auto-Gain, Plug-In Scenes, Bass Management, Monitor Controller with ALT speaker switching, and integrated talkback.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e+24 dBu Headroom (Switchable)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Console-level compatibility for integration with high-end pro audio gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThunderbolt 3 (USB-C)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Two TB3 ports for daisy-chaining and Mac\/Windows connectivity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUltimate+ Plug-In Bundle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUA's top-tier plug-in package — over 100 UAD titles worth thousands of dollars, including everything in Studio+ plus deeper analog collections:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Compressor Library\u003c\/strong\u003e — Full Teletronix LA-2A Collection, complete 1176 Collection, Fairchild 660 and 670, Empirical Labs Distressor, dbx 160, LA-3A, Helios Channel Compressor, and more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete EQ Library\u003c\/strong\u003e — Full Pultec Collection, Helios Type 69, Manley Massive Passive, Trident A-Range, Neve 1073 and 1084, and more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChannel Strips\u003c\/strong\u003e — SSL E-Series and G-Series, Neve 88RS, API Vision, Avalon VT-737sp, Manley VOXBOX, V76 Preamp, and more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReverbs\u003c\/strong\u003e — Lexicon 224 Digital, EMT 140 Plate, Capitol Chambers, Ocean Way Studios, AMS RMX16, and more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTape \u0026amp; Modulation\u003c\/strong\u003e — Studer A800, Ampex ATR-102, Galaxy Tape Echo, Brigade Chorus, Korg SDD-3000, Eventide Anthology, and more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstruments\u003c\/strong\u003e — Electra 88, Moog Minimoog, Opal, PolyMAX, Ravel Grand Piano, Waterfall B3 Organ, Anthem Analog Synth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuitar \u0026amp; Bass\u003c\/strong\u003e — Marshall Plexi, Ampeg SVT-VR, Friedman BE-100 \/ DS-40, Diezel Herbert, Engl Savage 120, Fender '55 Tweed Deluxe, and more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Should Choose Ultimate+?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUltimate+ is the right choice if you're building a serious mix room or commercial studio and don't already own a deep UAD plug-in library. The bundle value alone exceeds the price difference between Essentials+ and Ultimate+ many times over. If you already own UAD Ultimate or have built a substantial UAD library separately, Essentials+ is the smarter pick — buy the Ultimate+ plug-ins you specifically want individually instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApollo x16 Gen 2 audio interface (1U rackmount)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExternal power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUltimate+ UAD plug-in bundle — 100+ titles (digital via UA Connect)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNote: Thunderbolt 3 cable sold separately. DB-25 cables sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this Apollo work on Windows, Mac, or both?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Thunderbolt Apollo works on both Mac and Windows computers that have a Thunderbolt 3 or 4 port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I run UAD plug-ins in realtime while tracking?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Apollo's onboard DSP runs UAD plug-ins at near-zero latency, so you can print or monitor through analog emulations of classic preamps, compressors, EQs, and amps as you record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat plug-ins are included with the Ultimate edition?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ultimate edition includes a UAD plug-in bundle selected by Universal Audio covering compressors, EQs, reverbs, tape, and preamps. Higher tiers include more titles; current contents are published by UA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included in the box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour purchase includes: Apollo x16 Gen 2 audio interface (1U rackmount), External power supply, Ultimate+ UAD plug-in bundle — 100+ titles (digital via UA Connect).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Apollo x16 Gen 2 ULT a genuine Universal Audio product?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Victory Musical Instruments is a veteran-owned, authorized Universal Audio dealer based in Miami, FL. Every unit is brand-new, factory-sealed, and covered by the full UA manufacturer warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I get help choosing or setting it up?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. You'll talk to real people, not a call center. Call us at 844-687-4208 and we'll help you spec the right gear and get it running.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Victory Musical Instruments\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVictory Musical Instruments is a veteran-owned authorized retailer in Miami, FL. Whether you're outfitting a home studio, a college program, or a worship room, we'll help you spec the right gear and stand behind the sale. Save through our ID.me military discount program — active duty, veterans, reservists, and eligible family.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44131387834419,"sku":"APX16G2-ULT","price":4699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1768\/9095\/files\/apollo_x16_gallery_1_587ed81b-28a6-4751-aeef-b61fffdf5ce4.png?v=1774033013","url":"https:\/\/www.victorymusical.com\/products\/apollo-x16-gen-2-ult-rack-tb3-mac-win","provider":"Victory Musical Instruments","version":"1.0","type":"link"}