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Universal Audio Apollo 16 mkII - Thunderbolt 2 Audio Interface with Real-Time UAD Processing

Product #45292 | SKU APL16II | Universal Audio
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Overview

16 Analog Inputs and Outputs, Real-Time UAD Processing

Description

The Apollo 16 mkII - Thunderbolt 2 Audio Interface with Real-Time UAD Processing from Universal Audio improves upon the original Apollo 16 offering better total harmonic distortion, dynamic range, and signal-to-noise specifications. This audio interface features 16 analogue inputs and outputs via four rear-panel DB-25 connections and records at digital audio resolutions up to 24-bit/192 kHz. Additionally, the Apollo 16 mkII provides a stereo pair of dedicated balanced XLR monitor outputs— preserving all 16 output channels for functional use. Designed for Mac and Windows computers, this Thunderbolt 2 interface is backwards compatible with all Thunderbolt 1 devices and adds the benefit of onboard UAD-2 QUAD processing to your computer system, allowing you to track real-time audio through UAD plug-ins without overloading your CPU.

The Apollo 16's advanced circuitry creates high dynamic range recordings with very low distortion rates. The DB-25 inputs and DC-coupled outputs can be easily paired with mixing consoles, outboard processors, headphone systems, and more. High-visibility LEDs provide input and output metering with no "hot spots" or light bleed. Additionally, the Apollo 16's routing capabilities allow four stereo Cue mixes with individually assignable outputs as well as a new "Virtual I/O" feature that enables real-time UAD Processing of DAW tracks and virtual instruments. Apollo 16 also supports standalone operation, letting you use the audio connections and last-used DSP mixer settings, even without a computer connected.

The Apollo 16 mkII includes the Analogue Classics Plus plug-in package, a comprehensive collection of hardware emulations including the Fairchild 670, UA 610-B Tube Preamp and AEQ, UA Precision Enhancer Hz, 1176SE/LN Classic Limiting Amplifiers, Pultec Pro Equalisers, Teletronix LA-2A Classic Levelling Amplifier, CS-1 Precision Channel Strip, RealVerb Pro, Pro-Co Rat Raw Distortion Stompbox, and Softube Guitar and Bass Amp Room Essentials. A total of four Apollos and six total UAD-2 devices can be combined via the included Apollo Expanded software, allowing Thunderbolt users the ability to expand their I/O and DSP. The Apollo 16 mkII ships with a power supply, IEC power cord, and four rack-mount screws.

Features

Audio Interface
  • Sample rates up to 192 kHz at 24-bit word length
  • 16 x 18 simultaneous input/output channels:
  • 16 channels of analogue-to-digital conversion via line inputs on dual DB25 connectors
  • 18 channels of digital-to-analogue conversion:
  • 16 line outputs via dual DB25 connectors
  • Stereo monitor outputs via dual XLR connectors
  • Adjustable reference levels for all analogue I/O (+4 dBu or -10 dBV)
  • Two channels of AES/EBU digital I/O with optional sample rate conversion on input
  • Front panel pre-fader metering of analogue signal input or output levels
  • Two Thunderbolt 2 ports for daisy-chaining other Thunderbolt devices
  • Cascade up to 4 Apollo interfaces and 6 UAD devices total over Thunderbolt (Mac)
Monitoring
  • Independently-addressable stereo monitor outputs (in addition to 16 line outputs)
  • Digitally-controlled analogue monitor outputs maintain highest fidelity
  • Front panel control of monitor levels and muting
  • Front panel pre-fader metering of monitor bus levels
  • Digital AES/EBU outputs can mirror the analogue monitor outputs
Processing
  • Four SHARC DSP processors
  • Realtime UAD Processing on all of Apollo 16’s analogue and AES/EBU inputs
  • Same features and functionality as other UAD-2 products when used with DAW
  • Can be combined with other UAD-2 devices for increased mixing DSP
  • Complete UAD Powered Plug-Ins library is available online
Software
  • Console application:
  • Analogue-style control interface for realtime monitoring and tracking
  • Enables Realtime UAD Powered Plug-Ins processing
  • Remote control of Apollo 16 mkII features and functionality
  • Virtual I/O for routing DAW tracks through Console
  • Console Recall plug-in:
  • Saves Apollo configurations inside DAW sessions for easy recall
  • Convenient access to Console’s monitor controls via DAW plug-in
  • VST, RTAS, AAX 64, and Audio Units plug-in formats
  • UAD Metre & Control Panel application:
  • Configures global UAD-2 and Powered Plug-Ins settings and monitors system usage
  • Other
  • Easy firmware updates

Specifications

Computer Connections
Thunderbolt Ports 2 x Thunderbolt
System Requirements
Mac System Requirements Apple Mac computer with available Thunderbolt port
Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks, 10.10 Yosemite, 10.11 El Capitan, or 10.12 Sierra
Thunderbolt cable (sold separately)
6 GB available storage
Internet connection to download software and authorise UAD plug-ins
Compatible VST, Audio Units, RTAS, or AAX 64 plug-in host DAW software
Quad Core i7 or better processor recommended
Windows System Requirements Computer with built-in Thunderbolt 3 via USB-C port
Windows 10 with Anniversary Update (64-Bit Edition)
Qualified Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt adapter (sold separately)
Thunderbolt cable (sold separately)
6 GB available storage
Internet connection to download software and authorise UAD plug-ins
Compatible VST, Audio Units, RTAS, or AAX 64 plug-in host DAW software
Quad Core i7 or better processor recommended
A/D - D/A Conversions
Sample Rates 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz
Bit Depth 24-bit
AD Conversion 16 channels simultaneously
DA Conversion 18 channels simultaneously
Latency Timings Analogue Round-Trip Latency:
1.1 ms @ 96 kHz sample rate

Analogue Round-Trip Latency with up to four serial UAD Powered Plug-Ins via Console application:
1.1 ms @ 96 kHz sample rate
Analogue Audio Inputs
Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±0.1 dB
Connectors 2 x DB25 8-channel inputs (Tascam wiring)
Dynamic Range 119 dB (A-weighted)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 119 dB (A-weighted)
THD + Noise -112.5 dB @ -1 dBFS
Common Mode Rejection Ratio -75 dB (10.0' / 3.0 m cable)
Input Impedance 10 kOhms
Input Level Input Reference Level: +4 dBu (fixed)
Maximum Input Level (+4 dBu setting): +20.2 dBu
Maximum Input Level (-10 dBV setting): +6.2 dBV (unbalanced)
Analogue Audio Outputs
Connectors 2 x DB25 8-channel outputs (Tascam wiring)
2 x XLR balanced monitor outputs
Dynamic Range DB25: 126 dB (A-weighted)
XLR: 124 dB (A-weighted)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio DB25: 126 dB (A-weighted)
XLR: 123 dB (A-weighted)
THD + Noise DB25: -118 dB @ -1 dBFS
XLR: -117 dB @ -1 dBFS
Stereo Level Balance ±0.01 dB
Output Impedance 100 ohms
Maximum Output Level +20.2 dBu
Digital Audio I/O
AES/EBU 1 x XLR digital stereo input
1 x XLR digital stereo output
Format: IEC 60958 Type I
MADI 1 x Dual optical SC-Plug (ISO/IEC 9314-3) (Currently not implemented)
Word Clock I/O 1 x BNC - word clock input
1 x BNC - word clock output
Lock range: ±0.5% of any supported sample rate
Input termination: 75O, switchable
Sync Mode Internal, Word Clock, AES/EBU
Power Requirements
Power Supplies External AC to DC power supply, Level V compliant
AC Power Cable IEC Male
AC Power Requirements 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
DC Plug 1 x 4-pin XLR male, locking (Neutrik P/N NC4MDM3-H)
DC Power Requirements 12 VDC, ±5%
Maximum Power Consumption 50 W
Dimensions & Weight
Dimensions (W x H x D) 19.0 x 1.8 x 12.1" / 48.3 x 4.4 x 30.8 cm
Weight 8.7 lb / 3.9 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight 17.5 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 23.7 x 17.1 x 8.0"

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Details

  • Product: Universal Audio Apollo 16 mkII - Thunderbolt 2 Audio Interface with Real-Time UAD Processing
  • Manufacturer: Universal Audio
  • Model: APL16II
  • SKU: APL16II
  • RM Product #: 45292

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