Detail 01
HEXA Core DSP
Provides onboard processing for real-time UAD plug-ins.


Independent shopping perspective
Apollo x8 Gen 2 brings four Unison mic preamps and HEXA Core DSP to a pro or project-studio recording setup. It offers enhanced D/A conversion, 130dB dynamic range, and real-time UAD plug-in processing with the included Analog Classics bundle. For day-to-day control, the front panel switches monitor sources and adjusts level, while talkback supports communication with musicians. UAD Console adds speaker calibration through Sonarworks-powered Monitor Correction, bass management, and 7.1 surround monitoring options.


Strong match
What matters in use
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.

Detail 01
Provides onboard processing for real-time UAD plug-ins.
Detail 02
The interface is specified with a 130dB dynamic range.
Detail 03
Supports recording through preamp emulations from Neve, API, Avalon, and more.
Final check

Product questions
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
Yes. Talkback is provided for communication with musicians in the live room.
Yes. UAD Console includes bass management for connecting a subwoofer to monitors.