Key Features
- Musicians, Producers, and Songwriters
- High-Speed Thunderbolt 3 Connectivity
- 2 Unison Mic Preamps, 1 Hi-Z Input
- 1 Headphone Out, 2 Monitor Outs
- 24-Bit / 192 kHz AD/DA
- Bus Powered / Mac, Windows
- 48V, High-Pass Filter, Pad, Polarity
- SOLO Core Real-Time UAD Processing
- Near-Zero Latency Performance
- Includes Thunderbolt 3 Cable
- 25 UAD Plug-Ins & Mac Recording Software
Description
Apollo Solo Heritage Edition Desktop 2x4 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface with SOLO Core Real-Time UAD Processing, Includes Thunderbolt 3 Cable
Shape your Recordings Into Records with Genuine UA Conversion and Classic Studio Sounds.
Apollo Solo is the world's finest Thunderbolt 3-powered desktop recording audio interface for Mac and Windows - delivering class-leading audio conversion, two Unison mic preamps, and a suite of onboard UAD plug-ins for recording album-quality results, in real time.
This compact 2x4 interface starts with esteemed Apollo A/D and D/A conversion to sonically outperform anything in its class. And with its Unison technology and built-in UAD-2 processing, you can record through classic studio tools including the UA 610-B Tube Preamp & EQ, LA-2A and 1176 compressors, and more - with near-zero latency.
NOW YOU CAN:
- Record with class-leading A/D and D/A conversion - as heard on hundreds of hit records
- Track with near-zero latency through mic preamp and guitar amp emulations from Neve, API, Fender, and more using Unison technology*
- Mix with included UAD plug-ins like the Teletronix LA-2A and 1176 compressors, Pultec EQs, and more
- Includes LUNA Recording System - a fully-integrated and inspiring music production application (Mac only)
- Create on-the-go with a sonically superior, bus-powered interface with rugged all-metal construction
- Enjoy clear, detailed monitoring with the best-sounding headphone amplifier in its class
Unison Technology for Stunning Mic and Guitar Preamp Emulations
Apollo Solo's Unison technology gives you the tone, touch, and "feel" of the world's most sought-after preamps. These include the bundled UA 610-B Tube Preamp, plus authentic mic preamp emulations from Neve and API, plus guitar amp emulations from Fender and Marshall - complete with their signature impedance, gain stage "sweet spots," and component-level circuit behaviors.*
The secret to Unison is its hardware-software integration between Apollo Solo's mic preamps and its onboard UAD-2 processing. Simply place a Unison preamp plug-in on your mic input in Apollo's Console software, and it physically reconfigures Apollo's impedance and gain staging - giving you the classic tube and transformer sounds of the world's most recorded mic preamps and guitar amps.
Create with a Fast, Natural Workflow in LUNA
Apollo Solo is the ideal entry point to LUNA, UA's groundbreaking music production application. Whether you're exploring the analog sounds and workflow of Neve summing and Studer tape Extensions or creating with inspiring LUNA Instruments like Moog Minimoog and Ravel grand piano, LUNA transforms Apollo Solo into a fully-integrated recording system. Mac only.
A Full Suite of Classic Studio Processing Onboard
Right out of the box, Apollo Solo provides a suite of incredible analog emulation plug-ins including the world's only authentic Teletronix LA-2A and 1176LN compressors, Pultec EQs, and much more. From the tube warmth of the Pultec EQ on guitars, to the gentle limiting of the LA-2A on vocals, your recordings will take a giant leap forward in rich, sonically complex analog sound.
Access the World of UAD Powered Plug-Ins
Beyond the included Realtime Analog Classics plug-ins, Apollo Solo lets you tap into the full library of award-winning UAD Powered Plug-Ins - including vintage EQs, Compressors, Reverbs, Tape Machines, Auto-Tune and more - in real time. With exclusive emulations from Neve, Ampex, Lexicon, Fender, Antares, Moog, and more,* the creative possibilities are nearly endless.
Vintage Guitar and Bass Amps
For guitarists and bassists, Apollo Solo includes Unison technology on its front panel instrument input - giving you access to dead-on emulations of amps like the Fender '55 Tweed Deluxe, Ampeg B-15N Bass Amplifier, and the included Marshall Plexi Classic - all available at near-zero latency for songwriting and recording.
Best-in-Class Headphone Amplifier
Apollo Solo's onboard headphone output is louder and punchier, with lower noise and flatter frequency response versus any interface in its class. This means you can confidently track and mix using headphones, knowing you're hearing every sonic detail.
Ready to Go
With its robust all-metal construction and bus-powered Thunderbolt 3 operation, Apollo Solo is the only "clutter-free" portable audio interface that truly delivers album-quality results. It's like having a virtual analog studio that fits onto any desktop, and easily travels in your laptop bag.
Available as Apollo Heritage Edition
Featuring 5 premium UAD titles- including complete plug-in Collections of our award-winning Teletronix and UA 1176 compressors, Pultec EQs, UA 610 mic preamps, and more - Apollo Heritage Edition gives you a curated analog studio, right out of the box.
C2G Thunderbolt 3 Cable - 20Gbps (3')
Thunderbolt 3 brings lightning speed data transfer, 4K video support, high bit depth audio, and power delivery up to 100W. Get more done with less hassle by carrying one cable to complete nearly any task.
Deliver up to 20Gbps to or from a Thunderbolt 3 enabled port. Whether uploading or downloading data, this cable is an ideal solution to transfer large amounts of information such as high resolution photos for editing or storage, 3D models for video game authoring, or HD video for editing.
Ensure that a Thunderbolt 3 equipped laptop, smartphone, or tablet is fully charged and ready to go while displaying video content, transferring files, or streaming audio. Deliver up to 100W of charging power to or from the connected device with smart power delivery. The Thunderbolt 3 cable offers a light-weight, portable, and simple way to deliver video, and data-while staying charged up!
The USB-C connector has a robust design, allowing for the connector to be plugged in and un-plugged up to 10,000 times. The sturdy construction ensures that the product provides peace of mind and is built to stand up to the rigors the most demanding on-the-go life. The USB-C connector has a symmetrical design which is identical on both sides, so it does not matter if you plug it in upside-down or right-side-up. It will plug in the first time, every time while preventing damage to the connector port.
Features:
- Genuine UA audio conversion and a studio full of classic gear.
- Desktop 2 x 4 Thunderbolt audio interface for Mac and Windows
- Class-leading A/D and D/A conversion
- 2 Unison-enabled mic preamps
- UAD SOLO Core plug-in processing
- Includes LUNA Recording System (Mac only)
Specifications:
- Form Factor: Tabletop
- Display: 5 x Multi-Segment LED Meter
- Channels of I/O: Analog: 2 Inputs / 4 Outputs at 192 kHz
- Max Sample Rate/Resolution: 192 kHz / 24-Bit
- Number of Mic Preamps: 2
- Input Level Adjustment: 1 x Knob
- Solo/Mute: None
- Pad: Mic: -20 dB (Switchable per Channel)
- High-Pass Filter: 75 Hz, 12 dB/Octave
- Expansion Slots: None
- Connectivity
- Analog Audio I/O:
2 x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced Mic/Line Input
1 x 1/4" TS Unbalanced Hi-Z Input (Front Panel)
2 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Monitor Output
1 x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output (Front Panel) - Phantom Power: +48 V, Selectable On/Off (Selectable on Individual Inputs)
- Digital Audio I/O: None
- Host Connection / USB: 1 x USB Type-C (Thunderbolt 3)
- USB (Non-Host): None
- Sync I/O: None
- Network I/O: None
- MIDI I/O: None
- Wireless Connectivity: None
- Memory Card Slot: None
- Performance
- Frequency Response: System: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.1 dB
- Gain/Trim Range: Mic/Line/Hi-Z Inputs: +10 dB to +65 dB
- Max Input Level:
Mic Inputs: +25.2 dBu (Min Gain, with Pad)
Line Inputs: +20.7 dBu
Hi-Z Inputs: +12.5 dBu (Min Gain) - Max Output Level: Monitor Outputs: +20.7 dBu
- Headphone Output Power:
240 mW into 32 Ohms
62 mW into 300 Ohms - Impedance:
Mic Inputs: 5.5 Kilohms
Line Inputs: 10 Kilohms
Hi-Z Inputs: 1 Megohm
Monitor Outputs: 100 Ohms - Dynamic Range:
Mic/Line/Hi-Z Inputs: 118 dBA
Monitor Outputs: 115 dBA
Headphone Outputs: 115 dBA (600-Ohm Load) - THD+N:
Mic Inputs: -108 dBFS
Line Inputs: -107 dBFS
Hi-Z Inputs: -105 dBFS
Monitor Outputs: -106 dBFS
Headphone Outputs: -97 dB (600-Ohm Load), -88 dB (32-Ohm Load) - Digital Audio
- Sample Rates: Up to 192 kHz
- Sample Rate Conversion: None
- Bit Depths: 24-Bit
- Latency: 1.1 ms at 96 kHz (Input to Output)
- Sync Sources: Internal
- Compatibility
- OS Compatibility:
macOS 10.14 / 10.15
Windows 10 (64-Bit Only) - Included Software: LUNA Mac Only
- Compatible Software (Not Included): Any Core Audio (Mac) Compliant Software
- Supported Drivers/API: Proprietary
- Processor Requirement: Intel Core i7
- Storage Requirements: 6 GB
- Mobile Device Compatibility: None
- Required Hardware:
Available Thunderbolt 3 Port
Thunderbolt 3 Cable - Internet Connection: Required for Registration, Software/Driver Download, Plug-In Authorization
- Power
- Power Requirements: Thunderbolt Bus Power
- Power Consumption: 10 W
- Physical
- Operating Humidity: 20 to 80%
- Operating Temperature: 32 to 95°F / 0 to 35°C
- Storage Temperature: -40 to 176°F / -40 to 80°C
- Dimensions: 7.1 x 4.8 x 1.8" / 18.03 x 12.19 x 4.57 cm
- Weight: 1.4 lb / 0.6 kg
Includes:
- Universal Audio Apollo Solo Heritage Edition Desktop 2x4 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface with SOLO Core Real-Time UAD Processing
- 25 x UAD Plug-Ins (Download)
- LUNA Recording Software for Mac (Download)
- Limited 1-Year Warranty
- Manufacturer: Universal Audio
- MPN: APLS-HE WITH TB3 CABLE
- Model Number: Apollo Solo Heritage Edition with Thunderbolt 3 Cable