{"product_id":"universal-audio-apollo-x8p-16x22-audio-interface-with-luna-analog-essentials-bundle","title":"Universal Audio Apollo x8P 16x22 Audio Interface with LUNA Analog Essentials Bundle","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThe Universal Audio Apollo X: The Evolution of Apollo Recording Interfaces\u003c\/h3\u003e     \u003cp\u003eUniversal Audio is once again changing the game with the release of the new Apollo X series, as they have pushed their flagship interface farther forward and added more power than ever before. The \u003cstrong\u003eUniversal Audio Apollo x8p\u003c\/strong\u003e improves upon its predecessors with unparalleled processing, conversion and monitoring features.\u003c\/p\u003e     \u003cp\u003eThe Apollo x8p is built for musicians, engineers and project studio owners enabling them to record and mix via a 16x22 (8x14 analog I\/O) interface with eight Unison-enabled mic preamps and new HEXA Core processing. Universal Audio has increased the power with the Apollo X as the HEXA Core processing allows for 50% more DSP for running UAD plug-ins throughout your work.\u003c\/p\u003e     \u003cp\u003ePackaged in a sleek rack mount unit with Thunderbolt 3 connectivity for Mac and PC, the Apollo x8p improves conversion and monitoring. Universal Audio engineers have updated their converters for more pristine recordings and now offer up to 7.1 surround sound monitoring, an integrated monitor controller, and built-in talkback mic.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3 id=\"toc_0\"\u003eLUNA Analog Essentials Bundle\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003eGet classic analog studio sound with authentic Tape and Summing Extensions. The analog console and magnetic tape machine are the bedrock of world-class analog recording, and some of the best-sounding records of all time. With the LUNA Analog Essentials Bundle, you get four pillars of professional analog recording — Neve and API analog summing, and integrated Studer and Ampex multitrack tape — at a huge savings. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eBuilt into the fabric of LUNA's mixer, these LUNA Tape and Summing Extensions go beyond plug-ins, giving you authentic analog sounds without having to manage multiple plug‑in windows. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOW YOU CAN\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEasily add width, depth, and character to your mixes with the first authentic emulation of Neve analog console summing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGet mixes with power, clarity, and mid-forward punch using the only emulation of genuine API analog console summing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse the Studer A800 LUNA Extension to easily add tape warmth to your entire mix on a per-channel basis\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHarness the ATR-102 LUNA Extension to produce punchy, analog tape-infused mixes and masters \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNEVE SUMMING\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eA major ingredient behind countless influential records like Nirvana's Nevermind and Queen's Jazz, Neve 80 series consoles are without equal. Developed in partnership with AMS Neve, the Neve Summing Extension emulates the entire summing circuit of an iconic Neve 80 series console — including its coveted 1272 bus amplifiers, giving your LUNA mixes all the color and three-dimensional nonlinearities of Neve's most cherished analog console. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAPI SUMMING\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eFrom Stevie Wonder's Talking Book and Fleetwood Mac's Rumours, to Radiohead's Hail to the Thief the mid-forward punch of API's classic analog consoles breathe life into your mixes. Developed in partnership with API, the API Summing Extension emulates the 2520 op-amp and custom output transformer-based summing amps found in legendary API consoles — giving your LUNA mixes the attitude and tone of API's esteemed analog desks.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTUDER A800 MULTICHANNEL TAPE RECORDER\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eProducers have long gravitated to the warm analog sound, solid low-end, and musical presence of the Studer A800. With LUNA, use the Studer A800 as a LUNA Extension, and get tape character on every audio and instrument track, easily tweaking settings across all channels. As you build up your mix, you'll hear the cumulative \"cohesiveness\" of mixing from magnetic tape. Plus, you can add analog complexity by mix-and-matching up to four tape machines, using different tape formulas and per-track controls.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAMPEX ATR-102 MASTERING TAPE RECORDER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe perfect complement to the workhorse Studer A800, the ATR-102 Mastering Tape Recorder adds the final “analog polish\" to your mixes. Since its inception, this legendary tape machine has turned recordings into records with its low-end punch and musical tape saturation. Using the ATR-102 as a LUNA Extension, get instant album-ready Ampex tape tones on LUNA's master fader and buses with all the authentic dynamics, tone, and saturation characteristics of the original analog hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e    \u003ch3\u003eImproved Conversion For The Apollo x8p\u003c\/h3\u003e     \u003cp\u003eUniversal Audio has improved the Apollo interfaces conversion capabilities for the launch of the Apollo X line. The engineering team at Universal Audio paired together 24-bit\/192 kHz converters with new analog circuitry to offer Apollo x8p users open, natural sounds with 129 dB dynamic range and 128 dB THD+N.\u003c\/p\u003e     \u003ch3\u003eAdding More Power To The Apollo x8p\u003c\/h3\u003e     \u003cp\u003eThe Apollo x8p offers more power than ever before with HEXA Core processing that utilizes six DSP chips. With 50% more DSP than previous generations of the interface, you’ll be able to take advantage of Universal Audio’s extensive UAD library and have a higher plug-in count when recording and mixing with the Apollo x8p.\u003c\/p\u003e     \u003ch3\u003eNailing The Tone With Unison Technology\u003c\/h3\u003e     \u003cp\u003eUniversal Audio’s Unison Technology melds together plug-ins and analog in a way they’ve never been paired before. The Apollo x8p features eight Unison-enabled mic pres, which allow music makers to track through mic pre emulations that match the actual input impedance, gain stage \"\"sweet spots\"\" and circuit behaviors of the gear they are based on. With legendary mic pre emulations from API, Manley, Neve, SSL and Universal Audio at the ready, you can bring the exact tone of so many classic records to next your next project.\u003c\/p\u003e     \u003ch3\u003eA Seamless Fit In Any Studio\u003c\/h3\u003e     \u003cp\u003eUsing Apollo interfaces in a professional recording studio has never been easier. The Apollo x8p features up to 7.1 surround monitoring for engineers, producers and musicians working in any type of studio setting. There is also a selectable +24 dBU option for working outside of the box and using the Apollo x8p in conjunction with recording consoles and analog outboard gear.\u003c\/p\u003e     \u003ch3\u003eUtilizing The Realtime Analog Classics Plus Bundle\u003c\/h3\u003e     \u003cp\u003eUniversal Audio has been one of the leaders in creating plug-in emulations of classic gear since they first re-founded in 1999. When purchasing the Apollo x8p, you gain instant access to the brand’s Realtime Analog Classics Plus Bundle, which features 16 world-class plug-ins. 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