Universal Audio Apollo 16 MKII Audio Interface
Apollo 16 is the flagship of Universal Audio’s acclaimed Apollo recording interface range for Mac and Windows — giving professional and commercial studios UA’s finest A/D and D/A conversion with the tone, feel, and real-time workflow of classic analog recording. Built upon UA’s 60-year heritage of audio craftsmanship, Apollo 16 distinguishes itself with 16 x 16 analog I/O, onboard UAD-2 QUAD Core processing, and an included bundle of award-winning UAD plug-ins — which you can track through with near-zero latency, shaping sounds like a classic analog studio — without taxing your host Mac or PC.
Features:
- Key Features
- Next-generation Apollo A/D and D/A conversion for professional music production
- 16 x 16 analog I/O via DB-25 connectors — ideal for pairing with mixing consoles, outboard preamps, etc.
- Onboard UAD-2 QUAD Core DSP allows Realtime UAD Processing
- 18 x 20 Thunderbolt 2 audio interface with powerful Console 2.0 software control
- Cascade up to 4 Apollo interfaces and 6 UAD devices total over Thunderbolt
- Includes “Realtime Analog Classics Plus” UAD plug-in bundle
- World class UA analog design, superior components, and premium build quality
- Audio Interface
- Sample rates up to 192 kHz at 24-bit word length
- 16 x 18 simultaneous analog input/output channels:
- 16 channels of analog-to-digital conversion via line inputs on dual DB25 connectors
- 18 channels of digital-to-analog conversion:
- 16 line outputs via dual DB25 connectors
- Stereo monitor outputs via dual XLR connectors
- Adjustable reference levels for all analog 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 analog signal input or output levels
- Two Thunderbolt 2 ports for daisy-chaining other Thunderbolt devices
- Monitoring
- Independently-addressable stereo monitor outputs (in addition to 16 line outputs)
- Digitally-controlled analog monitor outputs maintains 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 analog monitor outputs
- UAD-2 QUAD Inside
- Four SHARC® DSP processors
- Realtime UAD Processing on all of Apollo 16’s analog 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:
- Analog-style control interface for realtime monitoring and tracking
- Enables Realtime UAD Processing with UAD plug-ins
- Remote control of Apollo 16 features and functionality
- Virtual I/O for routing DAW tracks through Console
- Console Recall plug-in:
- Saves Console 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 Meter & Control Panel application:
- Configures global UAD settings and monitors system usage
- Other
- Easy firmware updates
- 1U rack-mountable form factor
- One year warranty includes parts and labor
Specifications:
- SYSTEM
- I/O Complement
- Analog Line Inputs: 16
- Analog Line Outputs: 16 (not including monitor outputs)
- Analog Monitor Outputs: Two (one stereo pair)
- AES/EBU: One stereo input, one stereo output
- Thunderbolt 2 ports: Two (Thunderbolt 1 compatible)
- Word Clock: One input, one output
- A/D – D/A Conversion
- Supported Sample Rates (kHz): 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192
- Bit Depth Per Sample: 24
- Simultaneous A/D conversion: 16 channels
- Simultaneous D/A conversion: 18 channels
- Analog Round-Trip Latency: 1.1 milliseconds @ 96 kHz sample rate
- Analog Round-Trip Latency with up to four serial UAD plug-ins via Console application: 1.1 milliseconds @ 96 kHz sample rate
- ANALOG I/O
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.1 d
- Line Inputs 1 – 16
- Connector Type: Two Female DB25, Tascam wiring
- Dynamic Range: 119 dB (A–weighting)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 119 dB (A–weighting)
- Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise: –112.5 dB @ -1 dBFS
- Common-Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR): 75 dB (10’ cable)
- Input Impedance: 10K Ohms
- 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)
- Line Outputs 1 – 16
- Connector Type: Two Female DB25, Tascam wiring
- Dynamic Range: 126 dB (A–weighting)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 126 dB (A–weighting)
- Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise: –118 dBFS @ -1 dBFS
- Stereo Level Balance: ±0.01 dB
- Output Impedance: 100 Ohms
- Maximum Output Level: +20.2 dBu
- Monitor Outputs 1 – 2
- Connector Type: XLR Male
- Dynamic Range: 124 dB (A–weighting)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 123 dB (A–weighting)
- Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise: –117 dBFS
- Stereo Level Balance: ±0.01 dB
- Output Impedance: 100 Ohms
- Maximum Output Level: +20.2 dBu
- DIGITAL I/O
- AES/EBU
- Connector Type: XLR
- Format: IEC 60958 Type I
- MADI (Not Implemented)
- Connector Type: Dual Optical SC-Plug (ISO/IEC 9314-3)
- Word Clock
- Connector Type: BNC
- Lock Range: ±0.5% of any supported sample rate
- Word Clock Input Termination: 75 Ohms, switchable
- Synchronization Sources
- Internal, Word Clock, AES/EBU
- Electrical
- Power Supply: External AC to DC Power Supply, Level V compliant
- AC Input Connector Type: IEC Male
- AC Requirements: 100V – 240V AC, 50 – 60 Hz
- DC Connector Type: XLR 4-Pin Locking Male (Neutrik P/N NC4MDM3-H)
- DC Requirements: 12 VDC, ±5%
- Maximum Power Consumption: 50 Watts
- Mechanical
- Dimensions
- Width: 19”
- Height: 1.75” (1U rack space)
- Depth, Chassis Only: 12.125”
- Depth, Including Knob & Jack Protrusions: 13.5”
- Shipping Box (Width x Depth x Height): 24” x 17” x 8”
- Weight
- Shipping Weight (with box & accessories): 18 pounds
- Weight (bare unit): 8.7 pounds
- Package Contents
- Apollo 16 MkII Audio Interface Unit
- External Power Supply
- AC Power Cable (IEC)
- Getting Started URL Card
- Set of (4) Rack-Mount Screws
- Next-generation Apollo A/D and D/A conversion for professional music production
- 16 x 16 analog I/O via DB-25 connectors — ideal for pairing with mixing consoles, outboard preamps, etc.
- Onboard UAD-2 QUAD Core DSP allows Realtime UAD Processing
- 18 x 20 Thunderbolt 2 audio interface with powerful Console 2.0 software control
- Cascade up to 4 Apollo interfaces and 6 UAD devices total over Thunderbolt
- Includes “Realtime Analog Classics Plus” UAD plug-in bundle
- World class UA analog design, superior components, and premium build quality
- Sample rates up to 192 kHz at 24-bit word length
- 16 x 18 simultaneous analog input/output channels:
- 16 channels of analog-to-digital conversion via line inputs on dual DB25 connectors
- 18 channels of digital-to-analog conversion:
- 16 line outputs via dual DB25 connectors
- Stereo monitor outputs via dual XLR connectors
- Independently-addressable stereo monitor outputs (in addition to 16 line outputs)
- Digitally-controlled analog monitor outputs maintains 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 analog monitor outputs
- Four SHARC® DSP processors
- Realtime UAD Processing on all of Apollo 16’s analog 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
- Console application:
- Analog-style control interface for realtime monitoring and tracking
- Enables Realtime UAD Processing with UAD plug-ins
- Remote control of Apollo 16 features and functionality
- Virtual I/O for routing DAW tracks through Console
- Console Recall plug-in:
- Saves Console 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 Meter & Control Panel application:
- Configures global UAD settings and monitors system usage
- Other
- Easy firmware updates
- 1U rack-mountable form factor
- One year warranty includes parts and labor
- SYSTEM
- I/O Complement
- Analog Line Inputs: 16
- Analog Line Outputs: 16 (not including monitor outputs)
- Analog Monitor Outputs: Two (one stereo pair)
- AES/EBU: One stereo input, one stereo output
- Thunderbolt 2 ports: Two (Thunderbolt 1 compatible)
- Word Clock: One input, one output
- A/D – D/A Conversion
- Supported Sample Rates (kHz): 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192
- Bit Depth Per Sample: 24
- Simultaneous A/D conversion: 16 channels
- Simultaneous D/A conversion: 18 channels
- Analog Round-Trip Latency: 1.1 milliseconds @ 96 kHz sample rate
- Analog Round-Trip Latency with up to four serial UAD plug-ins via Console application: 1.1 milliseconds @ 96 kHz sample rate
- I/O Complement
- ANALOG I/O
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.1 d
- Line Inputs 1 – 16
- Connector Type: Two Female DB25, Tascam wiring
- Dynamic Range: 119 dB (A–weighting)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 119 dB (A–weighting)
- Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise: –112.5 dB @ -1 dBFS
- Common-Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR): 75 dB (10’ cable)
- Input Impedance: 10K Ohms
- 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)
- Line Outputs 1 – 16
- Connector Type: Two Female DB25, Tascam wiring
- Dynamic Range: 126 dB (A–weighting)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 126 dB (A–weighting)
- Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise: –118 dBFS @ -1 dBFS
- Stereo Level Balance: ±0.01 dB
- Output Impedance: 100 Ohms
- Maximum Output Level: +20.2 dBu
- Monitor Outputs 1 – 2
- Connector Type: XLR Male
- Dynamic Range: 124 dB (A–weighting)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 123 dB (A–weighting)
- Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise: –117 dBFS
- Stereo Level Balance: ±0.01 dB
- Output Impedance: 100 Ohms
- Maximum Output Level: +20.2 dBu
- DIGITAL I/O
- AES/EBU
- Connector Type: XLR
- Format: IEC 60958 Type I
- MADI (Not Implemented)
- Connector Type: Dual Optical SC-Plug (ISO/IEC 9314-3)
- Word Clock
- Connector Type: BNC
- Lock Range: ±0.5% of any supported sample rate
- Word Clock Input Termination: 75 Ohms, switchable
- AES/EBU
- Synchronization Sources
- Internal, Word Clock, AES/EBU
- Electrical
- Power Supply: External AC to DC Power Supply, Level V compliant
- AC Input Connector Type: IEC Male
- AC Requirements: 100V – 240V AC, 50 – 60 Hz
- DC Connector Type: XLR 4-Pin Locking Male (Neutrik P/N NC4MDM3-H)
- DC Requirements: 12 VDC, ±5%
- Maximum Power Consumption: 50 Watts
- Mechanical
- Dimensions
- Width: 19”
- Height: 1.75” (1U rack space)
- Depth, Chassis Only: 12.125”
- Depth, Including Knob & Jack Protrusions: 13.5”
- Shipping Box (Width x Depth x Height): 24” x 17” x 8”
- Weight
- Shipping Weight (with box & accessories): 18 pounds
- Weight (bare unit): 8.7 pounds
- Package Contents
- Apollo 16 MkII Audio Interface Unit
- External Power Supply
- AC Power Cable (IEC)
- Getting Started URL Card
- Set of (4) Rack-Mount Screws
- Dimensions