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Silver rackmount audio interface with front panel controls and metering

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Universal Apollo x8 Gen 2 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface

SKU CH-WZ8Z-4B4AA

An audio interface with four Unison preamps, Thunderbolt 3 connectivity and 1.1 ms latency at 96 kHz

  • 123 dB dynamic range on mic inputs for pristine recordings
  • 1 ms round-trip latency at 96 kHz enables real-time UAD plug-in tracking
  • Four Unison preamps with impedance-matched analog modeling recreate classic hardware tone
  • 127 dB THD+N and 130 dB DNR conversion delivers ultra-low noise and distortion
  • Thunderbolt 3 connectivity provides 8 line inputs, ADAT/S/PDIF I/O and Hi-Z for versatile studio routing

Professional Audio Interface

The Apollo x8 Gen 2 is a Thunderbolt 3 audio interface built for creators and producers managing extensive studio projects. It provides four Unison mic preamps, eight line inputs, Hi-Z inputs, ADAT and S/PDIF digital I/O, and real-time UAD processing for tracking through plug-ins without latency.

Sustained Session Performance

Elite-class Apollo X Gen 2 converters deliver 130 dB dynamic range and -127 dB THD+N on D/A conversion, maintaining ultra-low noise and distortion across long recording and mixing sessions. Mic inputs achieve 123 dB dynamic range, while 1.1 ms round-trip latency at 96 kHz remains stable during continuous real-time UAD plug-in processing.

Thunderbolt Connectivity Limits

The Thunderbolt 3 connection enables the high bandwidth and low latency required for the stated converter performance and real-time processing. Systems without a compatible Thunderbolt 3 port cannot utilise this interface, and the physical I/O count defines the maximum simultaneous analogue and digital channels available in any session.

Highlights

  • 123 dB dynamic range on mic inputs for pristine recordings
  • 1 ms round-trip latency at 96 kHz enables real-time UAD plug-in tracking
  • Four Unison preamps with impedance-matched analog modeling recreate classic hardware tone
  • 127 dB THD+N and 130 dB DNR conversion delivers ultra-low noise and distortion
  • Thunderbolt 3 connectivity provides 8 line inputs, ADAT/S/PDIF I/O and Hi-Z for versatile studio routing

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How quiet does the Apollo x8 Gen 2 run during all-day sessions?

Elite-class converters deliver -127 dB THD+N and 130 dB DNR, so self-noise stays far below audible levels even after hours of continuous operation.

What computer port is required to use the Thunderbolt 3 connection?

A host with a Thunderbolt 3 port is required; the interface relies on that link for power, data and the 1.1 ms round-trip latency at 96 kHz.

Will my existing ADAT or S/PDIF gear sync with this interface?

Yes — built-in ADAT and S/PDIF digital I/O let you connect legacy converters or outboard processors directly alongside the four Unison preamps.

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