Poised to be the center of a home studio or mobile rig, the Universal Audio Apollo Twin X QUAD Heritage Edition desktop 10x6 Thunderbolt 3 audio interface combines the sound, feel, and flow of analog studio recording with powerful QUAD Core real-time UAD processing and a hearty bundle of 25 stellar UAD plug-ins.





Furnished with elite-class 24-bit / 192 kHz conversion akin to the popular Apollo X rackmount interfaces, the Apollo Twin X QUAD gives musicians, producers, songwriters, and audio engineers the appreciable value of crystal-clear, high-resolution recording and mixing with low distortion (-117 dB) and immense dynamic range (127 dB).





The interface features two XLR-1/4" mic/line combo inputs and a 1/4" Hi-Z input, all with Unison integration for precise UAD emulations of classic analog preamps?impart vintage character of your choosing on microphone and instrument recordings while bypassing the unpredictable nature of old equipment.





Thanks to the switchable low-cut filter, pad, polarity inversion, 48V phantom power, and stereo linking on each analog input, you can efficiently optimize your incoming signals with straightforward buttons on the Apollo Twin X QUAD's face. In addition to the two primary analog inputs, you can record up to eight more channels by connecting external preamps with ADAT or S/PDIF optical outputs to the TOSLINK optical input port on the Apollo Twin X QUAD.





The built-in QUAD Core processing allows you to monitor and record audio using classic analog emulations with near-zero latency and no burden on your computer's CPU. The plug-in bundle included with the Heritage Edition empowers you with 25 top-notch plug-ins ranging from vintage compressor and EQ collections to virtual guitar/bass amps and time-based processors. The included Console application provides control and recall of all interface and UAD plug-in settings including channel-strip presets, drag-and-drop functionality, and dynamically resizable windows.





Mac and Windows drivers ensure compatibility with all major DAWs including Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Cubase, Ableton Live, and more. The interface also integrates seamlessly with LUNA, Universal Audio's free Mac-based, single-window recording system with unlimited track counts and full Audio Units plug-in support.





The Apollo Twin X QUAD offers a comprehensive monitor section with talkback functionality and dedicated front-panel controls for Alt Speakers, Dim, and Mono functions, as well as input and output metering capabilities. In addition to the dedicated stereo monitor feed and front-panel headphone output, two 1/4" line outputs are available for connection to a second set of monitors.





At any point, you can increase the power and capability of the Apollo Twin X QUAD through integration of qualified Universal Audio hardware. Up to four Apollo interfaces and six total UAD-2 devices can be combined, allowing Thunderbolt users the ability to expand their I/O and DSP without abandoning the Apollo Twin X QUAD. The Thunderbolt 3 port is backward-compatible with Thunderbolt 1 and 2 via a qualified adapter (available separately).The Xcellon Thunderbolt 3 Cable is a highly versatile cable capable of transmitting data, video, and power all through a single USB Type-C connector. It supports data transfer rates of up to 20 Gb/s, 100W of power for charging devices and laptops, as well as a 4K 60 Hz display. Furthermore, Thunderbolt 3 has the ability to daisy-chain up to six devices from a single port, so you can minimize cable clutter for a more efficient setup.Audio professionals in need of a high-quality nearfield monitor will be impressed with the black Adam Professional Audio A4V, a professional, 4" 2-way studio monitor speaker that delivers rich, spacious, and enveloping sound, well suited for small studio spaces, short listening distances, and immersive multispeaker configurations.





A 110W RMS Class-D amplifier powers the 4" Multilayer Mineral (MLM) woofer, while a 20W Class-AB amplifier drives the X-ART tweeter with HPS waveguide to provide an ultrawide frequency range (52 Hz to 45 kHz). The rotatable High-Frequency Propagation System (HPS) waveguide technology and onboard DSP allow you position the monitor either horizontally or vertically, while fine-tuning the speaker to your precise requirements.The black, 6' Canare?Star Quad 3-Pin XLR Male to 1/4 TRS Male Cable?is handcrafted with superflexible Canare L-4E6S cable and features high-quality Neutrik XLR and TRS phone connectors. The Star Quad series has been engineered to dramatically reduce hum and electromagnetic interference (EMI) for outstanding signal transparency both in the studio and on stage. Designed to virtually eliminate handling noise, this cable is well-suited for connecting a balanced 1/4" TRS audio output, like those found on many mics and instruments, to a balanced XLR input on a mixer, PA speaker, or similar device.This 8-pack of?IsoAcoustics?ISO-PUCK minis?comprises a portable solution for decoupling smaller monitors and speakers from surrounding environments, thus improving the clarity and focus of the resulting sound. With a weight capacity of 6 lb, each puck's upper flange features a suction cup design, which sticks to the underside of the connecting cabinet, while the lower isolator adheres to whatever surface/stand you're using for support.





Between the upper and lower parts of the puck, all the energy is managed; you'll note more definition to your sound, and if you're using these pucks with a stereo pair of studio monitors, you'll notice an improvement in separation as well. The?ISO-PUCK minis?are ideal for mounting your studio monitors on meter bridges, desktops, floor-stands, consoles, and more. Sound engineers traveling with their own near-field monitors will find the pucks make a smart addition to any mobile tool kit?helping to ensure consistent results in varying environments.