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This 2x6 Thunderbolt audio interface for Mac and Windows features available onboard UAD-2 processing, UnisonÖ technology, and the next-generation A\/D and D\/A conversion you’ve heard on hundreds of hit records.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \n\u003cul\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003eDesktop 2x6 Thunderbolt audio interface for Mac and Windows with next-generation 24-bit\/192 kHz audio conversion \u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003eAvailable UAD-2 QUAD, DUO, or SOLO Core Processing for tracking through vintage compressors, EQs, tape machines, mic preamps, and guitar amp plug-ins with near-zero latency*\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003eUnisonÖ technology offers stunning models of classic tube and transformer-based preamps, guitar amps, and stompboxes\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003eBuilt-in talkback mic for communication with studio talent and recording slate cues\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003eImproved monitor functionality including monitor remote functions and Mono, Mute, DIM, and ALT monitor controls \u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003e2 premium Unison mic\/line preamps; 2 line outputs; front-panel Hi-Z instrument input and headphone output\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003e2 digitally controlled analog monitor outputs for full resolution at all listening levels\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003eUp to 8 channels of additional digital input via Optical TOSLINK connection\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes Realtime Analog Classics UAD plug-in bundle, featuring Legacy versions of the LA-2A Classic Audio Leveler, 1176LN Limiting Amplifier, and Pultec EQP-1A Program Equalizer, plus Softube Amp Room Essentials, Raw Distortion, 610-B Tube Preamp \u0026amp; EQ, and more\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003eRuns UAD Powered Plug-Ins via VST, RTAS, \u0026amp; AAX 64 in all major DAWs\u003c\/li\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003eUncompromising analog design, superior components, and premium build quality\u003c\/li\u003e \n\u003c\/ul\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \n  \u003cstrong\u003eNext-Generation Apollo A\/D and D\/A Conversion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \nApollo Twin MkII improves upon the original Apollo Twin’s gold-standard audio quality with completely redesigned A\/D and D\/A conversion ù giving you increased dynamic range and ultra-low THD. This next-generation conversion results in breathtaking clarity, depth, and accuracy in recordings ù as heard on hit records by Kendrick Lamar, Coldplay, Brad Paisley, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnisonÖ Mic Preamp Emulation Technology for Neve, API, Manley, UA \u0026amp; More\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \nA Universal Audio breakthrough, Apollo Twin MkII’s Unison technology gives you the genuine tone of the world’s most sought-after tube and transformer-based mic preamps ù including Neve,« API,« Manley,« and UA ù complete with their signature impedance, gain stage “sweet spots,” and component-level circuit behaviors.Based on Apollo Twin MkII’s unrivaled hardware-software integration, Unison lets you record at near-zero latency through preamp emulations like the included UA 610-B Tube Preamp, for authentic analog sound unmatched by other interfaces. Unison technology is also found on Apollo Twin MkII’s front panel Hi-Z instrument input, providing dead-on impedance and gain matching for exclusive guitar and bass amp models from Fender,« Marshall,« Ampeg,« and more.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRealtime UAD-2 Processing ù a Studio Full of Analog Sounds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \nBuilding upon the Apollo tradition, Apollo Twin MkII opens up a range of classic analog tones and color via its Realtime UAD Processing. Available with a choice of UAD-2 QUAD, DUO, or SOLO Core processing onboard, Apollo Twin lets you record through the full range of UAD Powered Plug-Ins ù at near-zero latency ù including genuine analog emulations from Neve, Studer, Ampex, API, Lexicon, Manley, Fender, and more.*Right out of the box, the Apollo Twin MkII includes the “Realtime Analog Classics” suite of UAD plug-ins ù the UA 610-B Tube Preamp \u0026amp; EQ, Raw Distortion, Softube Amp Rooms, legacy LA-2A and 1176LN compressors, Pultec EQs, and more ù so you have a rack full of bonafide audio classics already onboard.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\u003cp\u003eUnlike competing interfaces, the Apollo Twin MkII powers UAD plug-ins inside all major DAWs for mixing and mastering (VST, RTAS, AU, AAX 64 format), greatly offloading the processing required from your host Mac or PC.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable with UAD-2 QUAD, DUO, and SOLO Core Processing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \n  In addition to the popular UAD-2 SOLO and DUO Core models, Apollo Twin MkII is available in an ultra-powerful UAD-2 QUAD Core model, allowing more plug-in horsepower for running the most complex and convincing analog emulations on the market.Built to Record: Improved Monitoring and Workflow\u003cbr\u003e \nApollo Twin MkII offers greatly improved monitor functionality versus the original Apollo Twin ù with Mute, DIM, Mono, and ALT speaker switching. It also includes monitor remote controls and a built-in talkback mic for easy communication with talent and\/or recording slate cues. These features, combined with Apollo Twin MkII’s scalability, make it the new standard for professional desktop recording.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Performance and Scalability with Console 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \n  Users of Apollo Twin MkII can combine up to four Apollos and six total UAD-2 devices ù adding I\/O and DSP as your studio grows. Once you expand your studio with an Apollo 8, 8p, or 16 rackmount unit, you can use Apollo Twin as a desktop monitor control while still tapping its additional I\/O and DSP power.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: This interface requires a Thunderbolt cable for operation. 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