Universal Audio Apollo Twin USB 3.0 Heritage Edition for Windows

With its class-leading resolution and Realtime UAD Processing, Apollo Twin USB sets a new standard for desktop music production.

This 2x6 USB 3 interface for Windows allows you to record with near-zero latency through the full range of UAD Powered Plug-Ins — ingeniously merging classic analog tones with cutting-edge features.

Features

• Desktop 2x6 USB 3 audio interface for Windows with world-class 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion

• Realtime UAD Processing for tracking through vintage Compressors, EQs, Tape Machines, Mic Preamps, and Guitar Amp plug-ins with near-zero (sub-2ms) latency

• Includes the "Realtime Analog Classics" UAD plug-in bundle. Other UAD plug-ins are sold separately.

• Unison™ technology offers stunning models of classic tube and transformer-based mic preamps

• USB 3 connection for easy connectivity on Windows-based recording systems

• Two premium mic/line preamps; Two line outputs; front-panel Hi-Z instrument input and headphones output

• Two digitally controlled analog monitor outputs for full resolution at all listening levels

• Up to eight channels of additional digital input via Optical connection

• Uncompromising analog design, superior components, and premium build quality

• Runs UAD Powered Plug-Ins via Audio Units, VST, RTAS & AAX64 in all major DAWs

System Requirements

• Windows 10 64-Bit Edition

• Available built-in USB 3 SuperSpeed port*

• Intel Core i3, Core i5, Core i7, or Xeon processor*

• 6 gigabytes available storage

• USB 3.0 SuperSpeed cable (included)

• Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins

• Compatible VST, RTAS, or AAX 64 plug-in host DAW software

• For additional compatibility information, visit help.uaudio.com

*Notes:

• Quad Core i7 or better recommended

• 2-in-1 systems (notebook/tablet) are not recommended

• USB 3 adapters (such as PCIe-to-USB 3 expansion cards) are not tested for Apollo Twin USB or UAD-2 Satellite USB connections

Unison Technology: The Genuine Sound of Neve, SSL, API & Manley Preamps

Apollo Twin features two Unison-enabled mic preamps, letting you track through exacting mic preamp emulations from Neve, SSL, API, Manley, and Universal Audio. An Apollo exclusive, Unison technology nails the tone of these sought-after tube and solid state mic pres — including their input impedance, gain stage “sweet spots,” and the component-level circuit behaviors of the original hardware.

The secret to Unison is its hardware-software integration between Apollo’s mic preamps and its onboard UAD-2 DUO Core DSP Acceleration. Simply place a Unison preamp plug-in on your mic input in Apollo Console software, and it physically reconfigures the Apollo interface's impedance — so you can tap into the classic sounds of the world’s most recorded mic preamps.

A Full Suite of Classic Analog Processing Onboard

Right out of the box, Apollo Twin USB provides a suite of incredible analog emulation plug-ins including the world’s only authentic Teletronix LA-2A, 1176LN, Pultec EQs, and the Unison-enabled UA 610-B Tube Preamp. Developed by UA’s world-renowned team of algorithm engineers, these Realtime Analog Classic plug-ins set the standard by which all other hardware emulation plug-ins are judged.

From the tube warmth of the Pultec EQ on guitars to the gentle limiting of the LA-2A on vocals, your recordings will take a giant leap forward in rich, sonically complex analog sound.