From Universal Audio
Apollo Twin USB High-Resolution Desktop Music Production for Windows.
With its class-leading resolution and Realtime UAD Processing, Apollo Twin USB sets the standard for desktop music production for Windows-based systems. This 2x6 USB 3 audio interface allows you to record with near-zero latency through the full range of UAD Powered Plug-Ins — ingeniously merging classic analog tones with cutting-edge features.
Key Features
- World-class 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion
- Realtime UAD Processing - track through vintage Compressors, EQs, Tape Machines, and Guitar Amp plug-ins with near-zero latency
- USB 3 connectivity for Windows-based systems
- Unison™ technology for stunning models of classic mic preamps and stompboxes
- Includes UAD-2 DUO DSP Processing onboard
- 2 premium mic/line preamps; 2 line outs; front-panel Hi-Z instrument input and headphone output
- Digitally controlled analog monitor outputs for full resolution at all listening levels
- Uncompromising analog design, superior components, and premium build quality throughout
- Includes "Realtime Analog Classics" UAD plug-in bundle
Record and Mix with Stunning 24-bit/192 kHz Sound Quality
With the highest dynamic range and lowest noise of any desktop interface, Apollo Twin USB gives you stellar 24-bit/192 kHz sound and breathtaking clarity.
Its premium mic preamps and class-leading conversion translate into rich three-dimensional recordings with exceptional depth and punch. Digitally controlled analog monitor outputs provide full resolution audio at all listening levels — letting you create better mixes in real-world environments.
- Audio Interface
- Sample rates up to 192 kHz* at 24-bit word length
Up to 10 x 6 simultaneous input/output channels
Two channels of analog-to-digital conversion via
Two balanced mic/line inputs
One Hi-Z instrument input
Six channels of digital-to-analog conversion via
Digitally-controlled stereo monitor outputs
Stereo headphone outputs
Line outputs 3-4
Up to eight channels of digital inputs via
Eight channels ADAT optical with S/MUX for high sample rates, or
Two channels S/PDIF optical with sample rate conversion
64-bit device drivers
Microphone Preamplifiers
Two high-resolution, ultra-transparent, digitally-controlled analog mic preamps
Front panel and software control of all preamp parameters
Low cut filter, 48V phantom power, 20 dB pad, polarity inversion, and stereo linking
Monitoring
Digitally-controlled analog monitor outputs maintains highest fidelity
Independently-addressable stereo headphone outputs
Independently-addressable line outputs 3-4 can be used for additional cue mix
Front panel control of monitor levels and muting
UAD-2 Inside
Two (DUO) SHARC DSP processors
Realtime UAD Processing on all analog and digital inputs
Same features and functionality as other UAD-2 devices when used with DAW
Includes UAD Powered Plug-Ins “Realtime Analog Classics” bundle
Complete UAD Powered Plug-Ins library is available online
Software
Console application
Enables tracking and/or monitoring with Realtime UAD Processing
Remote control of Apollo Twin features and functionality
Virtual I/O for routing DAW tracks through Console
Two independent stereo Auxiliary buses
Console Recall plug-in
Saves Apollo Twin configurations inside DAW sessions for easy recall
Facilitates control of Apollo Twin USB's monitoring features from within the DAW
VST, RTAS, AAX 64, plug-in formats
UAD Meter & Control Panel application
Configures global UAD settings and monitors system usage
Other
Attractive and durable desktop form factor
Locking power supply prevents accidental disconnection
Easily updateable firmware
One year warranty includes parts and labor
System Requirements
Apollo Twin USB Systems
UAD Powered Plug-Ins version 8
Microsoft Windows 7 or 8.1, 64-Bit Edition
Available SuperSpeed USB 3 port*
Intel "i" series or Xeon processor
6 gigabytes available storage
Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins
Compatible VST, RTAS, or AAX 64 plug-in host DAW software
Specifications
All audio specifications are typical performance unless otherwise noted, tested under the following conditions: 48 kHz internal sample rate, 24-bit sample depth, 20 kHz measurement bandwidth, with balanced inputs and outputs.
System
I/O Complement
- Microphone Inputs
- Two
- Analog Line Inputs
- Two
- Hi-Z Instrument Inputs
- One
- Analog Line Outputs
- Two (independent mix buses)
- Analog Monitor Outputs
- Two (one stereo pair, independent L/R mix buses)
- Headphone Outputs
- One stereo pair (independent L/R mix buses)
- Digital Input Port
- (TOSLINK optical) One (ADAT or S/PDIF, selectable)
- USB 3 Port
- One
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
- Two channels
- Simultaneous D/A conversion
- Six channels
- Analog Round-Trip Latency
- 1.1 milliseconds @ 96 kHz sample rate
Analog Round-Trip Latency with up to four serial UAD Powered Plug-Ins via Console application: 1.1 milliseconds @ 96 kHz sample rate
- Analog I/O
- Line Inputs 1 & 2
- Jack Type (combo mic/line balanced inputs)
- Female ¼” TRS Balanced
- Dynamic Range (A–weighting)
- 117.5 dB
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A–weighting)
- 117.5 dB
- Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise
- –108 dBFS
- Common-Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR)
- Greater than 60 dB (10’ cable)
- Frequency Response
- 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.1 dB
- Input Impedance
- 10K Ohms
- Gain Range
- +10 dB to +65 dB
- Maximum Input Level (@ Minimum Gain)
- 18 dBV
- Maximum Input Level (@ Maximum Gain)
- –37 dBV
- Stereo Level Balance
- ±0.05 dB
Microphone Inputs 1 & 2
- Jack Type (combo mic/line balanced inputs)
- Female XLR Balanced (pin 2 positive)
- Phantom Power (switchable per input)
- +48V
- Dynamic Range (A–weighting)
- 118 dB
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A–weighting)
- 118 dB
- Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise
- –110 dBFS
- Equivalent Input Noise
- –127 dB
- Frequency Response
- 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.1 dB
- Common-Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR)
- Greater than 70 dB (10’ cable)
- Default Input Impedance
- 5.4K Ohms (variable via Unison preamp model)
- Gain Range
- +10 dB to +65 dB
- Pad Attenuation (switchable per input)
- 20 dB (variable via Unison preamp model)
- Maximum Input Level (@ Minimum Gain, with Pad)
- 23.8 dBV
- Maximum Input Level (@ Maximum Gain, with Pad)
- –31.2 dBV
Hi-Z Input
- Jack Type
- Female ¼” TS Unbalanced
- Dynamic Range (A–weighting)
- 117 dB
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A–weighting)
- 117 dB
- Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise
- –101 dBFS
- Frequency Response
- 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.1 dB
- Input Impedance
- 1M Ohms
- Maximum Input Level (@ Minimum Gain)
- 10 dBV
- Maximum Input Level (@ Maximum Gain)
- –45 dBV
Line Outputs 3 & 4
- Jack Type
- ¼” Female TRS Balanced
- Dynamic Range (A–weighting)
- 118 dB
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A–weighting)
- 118 dB
- Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise
- –107 dBFS
- Frequency Response
- 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.1 dB
- Stereo Level Balance
- ±0.05 dB
- Channel Separation
- Greater than 120 dB
- Output Impedance
- 600 Ohms
- Maximum Output Level
- 18 dBV
Monitor Outputs 1 & 2
- Jack Type
- ¼” Female TRS Balanced
- Frequency Response
- 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.1 dB
- Dynamic Range (A–weighting)
- 115 dB
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A–weighting)
- 115 dB
- Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise
- –105 dBFS
- Channel Separation
- Greater than 118 dB
- Stereo Level Balance
- ±0.05 dB
- Output Impedance
- 600 Ohms
- Output Gain Range
- –96 dB to 0 dB
- Maximum Output Level
- 18 dBV
- Operating Reference Level
- +14 dBu, +20 dBu (selectable)
Stereo Headphones Output
- Jack Type
- ¼” Female TRS Stereo (unbalanced)
- Frequency Response
- 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.1 dB
- Dynamic Range (A–weighting)
- 113 dB
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A–weighting)
- 113 dB
- Channel Separation
- Greater than 110 dB
- Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise
- –101 dBFS
- Stereo Level Balance
- ±0.11 dB
- Output Impedance
- 10 Ohms
- Output Gain Range
- –INF to 0 dB
- Maximum Output Power
- 80 milliwatts into 600 Ohms
Digital I/O
S/PDIF
- Connector Type
- Optical TOSLINK JIS F05 (shared with ADAT)
- Format
- IEC958
- Supported Sample Rates
- (kHz) 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96
- S/PDIF Input Channels
- Two (Stereo L/R)
ADAT
- Connector Type
- Optical TOSLINK JIS F05 (shared with S/PDIF)
- Format
- ADAT Digital Lightpipe with S/MUX
- Supported Sample Rates (kHz)
- 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 172.4, 192
- ADAT Input Channels @ 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
- 1 – 8
- ADAT Input Channels @ 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz
- 1 – 4 (S/MUX)
- ADAT Input Channels @ 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz
- 1 – 2 (S/MUX)
Clock Synchronization Sources
Internal, S/PDIF, ADAT (digital clock sync source conditional per selected digital input type)
Electrical
- Power Supply
- External AC to DC
- AC Connector Type
- Changeable blades (UL, VDE, UK, SSA, CCC)
- AC Requirements
- 100V – 240V AC, 50 – 60 Hz
- DC Connector Type
- Male plug, 2.1 mm x 5.5 mm, center positive
- DC Requirements
- 12 VDC, ±5%
- Maximum Power Consumption
- 12 Watts
Environmental
Operating Temperature Range 32º to 95º Fahrenheit (0º to 35º Celsius)
Storage Temperature Range –40º to 176º Fahrenheit (–40 to 80º Celsius)
Operating Humidity Range 20% to 80%
- Mechanical
- Dimensions
- Width
- 6.31”
- Height
- 2.60”
- Depth, Chassis Only
- 5.86”
- Depth, Including Knob & Jack Protrusions
- 6.20”
- Shipping Box
- (Length x Width x Height) 8” x 8” x 5.5” (20.32cm x 20.32cm x 13.97cm)
Weight
- Shipping Weight (with box & accessories)
- 3.85 pounds
- Weight (bare unit)
- 2.35 pounds
Package Contents
Apollo Twin USB DUO Unit
External Power Supply with (4) changeable AC connectors supporting USA, Europe, UK, Australia, China
URL Card
SuperSpeed USB 3.0 cable
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