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Universal Audio Apollo Twin MKII Duo (APLTWDII)

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Brand Universal Audio
Compatible Devices Personal Computer
Connectivity Technology XLR
Number of Channels 8
Product Dimensions 8"D x 6"W x 8"H

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  • Desktop 2x6 Thunderbolt audio interface for Mac and Windows with world-class 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion, uncompromising analog design, superior components, and premium build quality
  • Real-time UAD processing for tracking through vintage compressor, EQs, tape machines, mic preamps, and guitar amp plug-ins with near-zero (sub-2ms) latency*
  • 2 premium mic/line preamps; 2 line outputs; front-panel Hi-Z instrument input and headphone output, 2 digitally controlled analog monitor outputs, 8 channels of digital input via Optical connection. Apollo Thunderbolt System Requirements MAC- Apple Mac computer with available Thunderbolt port.macOS 10.11 El Capitan, 10.12 Sierra, 10.13 High Sierra, or 10.14 Mojave. WINDOWS- PC computer with built-in Thunderbolt 3 port. Windows 10 Fall Creators Update (64-Bit Edition). Qualified Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 adapter (sold separately)
  • Real-time analog Classics UAD- plug-in bundle: Legacy versions of the LA-2A, 1176LN, Pultec EQP-1A, plus Softube Amp Room Essentials, Raw Distortion, 610-B Tube Preamp & EQ, and more
  • Console 2.0 software features channel strip presets, drag & drop functionality, dynamically resizable Windows, Runs UAD powered plug-ins via VST, RTAS, & AAX 64 in all major DAWs

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Sound quality
4.6
4.3
4.5
4.5
4.5
4.5
Value for money
4.1
3.6
4.4
4.2
Easy to use
3.6
4.0
4.6
4.6
Tech Support
4.2
4.0
4.2
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For beginners
4.3
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number of channels
8
2
2
2
2
hardware interface
usb2.0
headphone
usb
connectivity tech
XLR
USB
USB
USB
Type-C, USB 2.0
USB
model year
2021
2021
2019
style
Duo
2-in/2-out
Single
4th Gen
3rd Gen

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Product Description

Desktop 2 x 6 Thunderbolt Audio Interface w/ Realtime UAD-2 QUAD, DUO, or SOLO Core Processing for Mac and Windows.

The New Apollo Twin is a Next-Generation Desktop Record-Making Machine with LUNA Recording System integration — for Mac and Windows.

Apollo Twin MkII is a ground-up redesign of the world’s most popular professional desktop recording interface — delivering enhanced audio conversion with the tone, feel, and flow of analog recording. This 2x6 Thunderbolt audio interface for Mac and Windows features onboard UAD-2 QUAD Core processing, Unison™ technology, next-generation A/D and D/A conversion, and full LUNA Recording System integration (Mac).


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Next-Generation Desktop Record-Making Machine for Mac and Windows

Universal Audio Apollo Twin MKII

Next-Generation Desktop Record-Making Machine for Mac and Windows

Apollo Twin MkII Is Born To Make Records

Apollo Twin MkII Duo and Quad are hugely popular professional desktop recording interfaces for Mac and Windows that deliver enhanced audio conversion with the tone, feel, and flow of analog recording. Built upon UA’s 60-year heritage of audio craftsmanship, Apollo Twin MkII interfaces features two Unison-enabled mic preamps, next-generation A/D and D/A conversion, and the Realtime Analog Classic plug-in bundle, allowing you to track in real time with near zero latency.

Better yet, all Thunderbolt equipped Apollo and Arrow users can download LUNA Recording System for FREE! LUNA Recording System includes the LUNA Application, LUNA Instruments, and LUNA Extensions, and transforms Thunderbolt-equipped Apollo and Arrow interfaces into a full-featured​ music creation, recording, ​and analog-style ​production system​ for modern Macs running macOS Mojave or Catalina, giving users the most natural, inspiring, analog-sounding music production environment available.

Apollo Twin MkII Features

Record with pro quality Apollo A/D and D/A conversion — as heard on hundreds of hit records.

Mix with UAD plug-ins like the included Teletronix LA-2A and 1176 compressors, Pultec EQs, and 610-B Preamp.

Cascade up to 4 Apollo interfaces and 6 UAD-2 devices over Thunderbolt, adding DSP and I/O as your studio grows.

Track with near-zero latency through preamp emulations from Neve, API, Manley and more using Unison technology.

LUNA Recording System

LUNA Recording System

LUNA transforms Apollo and Arrow interfaces into the most inspiring and fully‑integrated Mac‑based recording systems on the planet. LUNA gives Apollo owners the fastest recording environment for music production, editing, and mixing. In addition to seamless hardware‑software integration with Thunderbolt‑equipped* Apollo and Arrow interfaces, LUNA captures audio through DSP‑powered UAD plug‑ins with no discernible latency, as well as offering new Accelerated Realtime MonitoringTM — which provides analog‑style tracking and overdubbing workflows using Apollo’s onboard DSP acceleration.

Key LUNA features include LUNA Extensions and LUNA Instruments. Far beyond plug-ins, LUNA Extensions are built into the fabric of LUNA's mixer, giving you authentic analog sounds without having to manage multiple plug-in windows. LUNA Instruments are designed to fuel your Inspiration by bringing UA's expertise in modeling, sampling, and synthesis to software instruments, creating a new level of realism.

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4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 out of 5
285 global ratings

Customers say

Customers have expressed positive opinions about the quality, sound quality and latency of the audio midi interface. They mention that it's an outstanding product, with high quality of material, software and delivery what promises. They also appreciate the intuitive, advanced and professional compared. Customers like the lightning fast thunderbolt connectivity for speed. However, some customers dislike the cable. Opinions are mixed on value, and performance.

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26 customers mention22 positive4 negative

Customers like the quality of the audio midi interface. They mention it's top quality, outstanding, and very solid. The construction is extremely solid, the material is high quality, and the software is high-quality. The console app and plug ins are also of high quality. Overall, customers find the product to be awesome, built like a tank, and fantastic.

"...Huge upgrade from my first audio interface. The build quality is unmatched. The console app and plug ins are such high quality, albeit expensive...." Read more

"...My first recording with it went smooth and the quality achieved is notorious compared to my recordings with different hardware and regular daw..." Read more

"Very solid product.QUALITY: The construction is extremely solid. I'm guessing the housing is made of aluminum. Be warned-it gets hot...." Read more

"...started recording and holy heck is it intuitive, advanced and professional compared to all hardware I've ever owned!..." Read more

19 customers mention19 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the sound quality of the audio midi interface. They mention it's a great product for voiceover, with an amazing preamp and interface. The interface is intuitive, advanced, and professional, making it easy to recommend. The Thunderbolt connection is reliable and stable, and the sound card is high quality.

"Does not disappoint. The sound is awesome and the preamps are incredible. Huge upgrade from my first audio interface. The build quality is unmatched...." Read more

"...Not only is precise and easy to use but the fact of having its own processor in the hardware and preamp does wonders without sacrificing the ram in..." Read more

"...This thing paired with a decent microphone is a game changer!! Couldn't recommend enough!!" Read more

"...has one of these and I finally started recording and holy heck is it intuitive, advanced and professional compared to all hardware I've ever..." Read more

7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the audio midi interface for its zero latency. They say it's reliable, stable, and the fastest connection today. They also like that the processing happens in the device, producing zero latence. Customers also appreciate the thunderbolt connectivity for speed, and powerful internal processing via plug-ins.

"...I love how the processing happens in the device producing zero latency. I love how you can record with or without the effects...." Read more

"...mono button, HP filter, hiZ guitar jack, mute button, lightning fast thunderbolt, incredible software, 1.something ms of latency?!?..." Read more

"...and the $400 difference has already started to show in it's ability to reduce latency within my DAW's (Pro Tools, Ableton and Logic Pro-X) ...." Read more

"...I also liked the thunderbolt connectivity for speed. I can't say that anyone could go wrong getting this interface...." Read more

15 customers mention6 positive9 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the value of the audio midi interface. Some find it worth the money and easy to recommend, while others say the ins are high quality, albeit expensive.

"...The console app and plug ins are such high quality, albeit expensive. I love how the processing happens in the device producing zero latency...." Read more

"The apollo twin is expensive but worth every penny. The fact that it is the industry standard also matters and for a good reason...." Read more

"...by saying this: if you're just getting started then this thing is A LOT of money so definitely try something cheaper to get the hang of things...." Read more

"...Easy to recommend - worth the money 100%" Read more

10 customers mention5 positive5 negative

Customers are mixed about the performance of the audio midi interface. Some mention that it works well, gets a little hot, and has no issues, while others say that it does not work in a usable fashion on Windows, stopped working in 2 months of purchase, and the interface doesn't work whatsoever.

"...The software seems to install and work correctly, but the recording does NOT...." Read more

"...Now the interface doesn't work whatsoever. I can get it to turn on sometimes but it flashes orange and no resetting seems possible...." Read more

"...I probably should have purchased the quad core but for now the duo is working perfectly." Read more

"...wanted to give this interface a higher rating, but the lack of windows functionality on a product marketed to windows users is distressing...." Read more

5 customers mention0 positive5 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the cable that comes with the audio midi interface. They mention that it does not come with a thunderbolt cable or a USB cable.

"My main complaint is that it does not come with a thunderbolt cable and it's not that clear that it doesn't come with it...." Read more

"$900+ for this interface and it comes with no Thunderbolt cable (the cable that connects it to the laptop) also the monitor cables are different as..." Read more

"it comes without usb or anything i had to spend more money to buy the usb and mac extension" Read more

"Thunderbolt cable not included. Such an expensive item and it doesn't come with a cable. Really?????" Read more

Amazing!!!!
5 Stars
Amazing!!!!
high quality Sound Card!The Thunderbolt connection is the most reliable, stable and fastest connection today.too bad that Uad's plugins are very expensive. They must give more discount.The Sound Card heats up very fast, but don't panic, it's normal.
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