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Apollo x8p Hardware Manual Introduction 4
Introduction
Apollo x8p Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface
Elite-Class Audio Conversion with Eight Unison Mic Preamps, HEXA Core Processing, 
and Surround Sound Monitoring.
Apollo x8p allows music engineers, producers, and project studios to track, overdub, and 
mix with new world-beating A/D and D/A conversion, HEXA Core UAD plug-in processing, 
and 7.1 surround sound monitoring — all in a sleek rackmount Thunderbolt 3 audio 
interface for Mac or PC.
Built upon UA’s 60-year heritage of audio craftsmanship, this 16 x 22 interface 
distinguishes itself with eight Unison™-enabled mic preamps, providing authentic 
emulations of preamps from Neve, API, Manley, Helios, SSL and more, plus all-new 
HEXA Core processing — yielding 50% more DSP for running UAD Powered Plug-Ins in 
real time. 
In addition to its elite-class audio conversion, Apollo x8p features selectable operating 
level for compatibility with professional +24 dBu gear, as well as integrated monitor 
controller features and a built-in talkback mic.
•  Experience elite-class A/D and D/A conversion nearing the widest dynamic range 
and lowest signal to noise available — at any price 
•  Track and mix with powerful HEXA Core processing, featuring 6 UAD DSP chips 
for running more award-winning UAD Powered Plug-Ins in real time
•  Record through 8 Unison-enabled mic/line preamps — giving you fully authentic 
preamp emulations from Neve, API, Manley, SSL, Helios, and more 
•  Easily connect to pro-level studio gear with switchable +24 / +20 dBu headroom 
settings
•  Work in surround formats up to 7.1, complete with room calibration and fold-down
•  Integrated talkback and built-in cues for easy communication and slating takes
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