Universal Audio Apollo Twin QUAD MKII Thunderbolt Audio Interface Overview:

Next-Generation Audio Conversion with Classic, Analog Sound and QUAD Core Processing.
Apollo Twin MkII is a ground-up redesign of the worlds most popular professional desktop recording interface for Mac and Windows delivering enhanced audio conversion with the tone, feel, and flow of analog recording.
Built upon UAs 60-year heritage of audio craftsmanship, Apollo Twin MkII starts with two Unison-enabled mic preamps and stellar next-generation A/D and D/A conversion derived from UAs flagship Apollo 8, 8p, and 16. Together with its included bundle of UAD analog emulation plug-ins which you can track through in real time with UAD-2 SOLO, DUO or QUAD Core processing Apollo Twin MkII is born to make records.

Unison Technology: The Genuine Sound of Neve, SSL, API & Manley Preamps
Apollo Twin MkII 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 Apollos mic preamps and its onboard UAD-2 QUAD or 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 worlds most recorded mic preamps.

Improved Monitoring and BuiltIn Talkback Mic
The new Apollo Twin MkII offers greatly improved monitor functionality versus the original with Mute, DIM, Mono, and ALT speaker switching. It also includes dedicated monitor remote controls and a built-in Talkback mic for easy communication with talent and/or recording slate cues. These features, combined with Apollo Twin MkII’s scalability, make it the new standard for professional desktop recording.

Build a Networked Studio
Thanks to Apollo Expanded software, users of any Thunderbolt-equipped Apollo Twin, Apollo 8, Apollo 8p, and Apollo 16 audio interfaces can combine up to four Apollos and six total UAD-2 devices adding I/O and DSP as your studio grows. Apollo Twin MkII makes the perfect intelligent desktop controller for a full Apollo system.

Now with Vintage Amps
Apollo Twin MkII also includes Unison technology on its front panel instrument input, giving you access to dead-on emulations of guitar and bass amps like the Fender ’55 Tweed Deluxe, Marshall Plexi Super Lead 1959, and the Ampeg B-15N Bass Amplifier.

A Sleek, Low-latency App
With Apollo Twin MkII’s Console 2.0 application a complete re-imagining of Apollos original Console software you can take advantage of over 25 user-requested features such as Channel Strip presets, Drag & Drop functionality, dynamically resizable windows, and more.

Included Plug-Ins

• UA 610-B Tube Preamp and EQ
• Marshall Plexi Classic Amplifier
• Teletronix LA-2A Classic Leveling Amplifier (Legacy)
• 1176SE/LN Classic Limiting Amplifiers (Legacy)
• Pultec Pro Equalizers (Legacy)
• Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Amp
• Precision Mix Rack Collection
• Raw Distortion
• RealVerb Pro

Features

• Desktop 2×6 Thunderbolt audio interface for Mac and Windows with next-generation 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion
• Available UAD-2 QUAD, DUO, or SOLO Core Processing for tracking through vintage compressors, EQs, tape machines, mic preamps, and guitar amp plug-ins with near-zero latency
• Unison technology offers stunning models of classic tube and transformer-based preamps, guitar amps, and stompboxes
• Built-in talkback mic for communication with studio talent and recording slate cues
• Improved monitor functionality including monitor remote functions and Mono, Mute, DIM, and ALT monitor controls
• 2 premium Unison mic/line preamps; 2 line outputs; front-panel Hi-Z instrument input and headphone output
• 2 digitally controlled analog monitor outputs for full resolution at all listening levels
• Up to 8 channels of additional digital input via Optical TOSLINK connection
• Includes the “Realtime Analog Classics” UAD plug-in bundle. Other UAD plug-ins sold separately.
• Runs UAD Powered Plug-Ins via VST, RTAS, & AAX 64 in all major DAWs
• Uncompromising analog design, superior components, and premium build quality
• Free, industry-leading technical support on the phone and online from knowledgeable audio engineers

Thunderbolt System Requirements
MAC:

• Apple Mac computer with available Thunderbolt port
• macOS 10.12 Sierra, 10.13 High Sierra, or 10.14 Mojave

WINDOWS:

• PC computer with built-in Thunderbolt 3 port
• Windows 10 (64-Bit Edition)
• Qualified Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 adapter (sold separately)

ALL:

• Thunderbolt 2 cable (sold separately)
• 6 gigabytes available storage
• Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins
• Compatible VST, Audio Units, RTAS, or AAX 64 plug-in host DAW software
• Quad Core i7 or better processor recommended