Universal Audio Inc. (UA), a worldwide leader in audio production tools, announced the Apollo E Series last week– two new peripherals for Dante‑networked audio systems and the Apollo x16D audio interface, aimed to bring acclaimed UAD plug‑ins from studio to stage.
The Universal Audio Apollo e1x Remote‑controllable Unison Preamp gives engineers legendary Unison mic/line preamp sounds from API, Avalon, Manley, Neve, SSL and more when paired with an Apollo x16D audio interface. The Universal Audio Apollo e2m Stereo Headphone Amplifier and Line Interface puts elegant stereo headphone monitoring and line level I/O anywhere on a Dante audio network.
Dante connectivity
Both Apollo E Series devices feature convenient mic stand mounting for live, broadcast, and networked studio use, and are compatible with any Dante audio system, adding sleek network “endpoints” using Power over Ethernet (PoE) for all users, with or without an Apollo x16D interface.
“The Apollo x16D and new Apollo E Series are milestones for us,” says Bill Putnam Jr., CEO of Universal Audio.
“Many Apollo users have been asking to be able to use realtime UAD plug‑ins with Dante‑networked systems, both in live sound applications and in recording studios. The Apollo x16D and Apollo E Series peripherals make it easy.”
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Apollo e1x Remote‑controllable Unison Preamp
Apollo e1x adds remote-controllable Unison mic/line preamps to Apollo x16D interfaces, putting legendary sounds from API, Neve, Manley, SSL and more on stage, at front‑of‑house, or in multi‑room studio using Dante networked audio.
Apollo e2m Stereo Headphone Amp and Line Interface
Apollo e2m is the perfect companion to the Apollo x16D interface, and a sleek “endpoint” on any Dante audio network. This networked monitor station lets users easily connect headphones, IEMs, powered monitors or wedges, as well as external outboard gear, analog mic preamps, synths, drum machines, and playback devices – anywhere needed.
Apollo x16D Thunderbolt Audio Interface with Dante
Built upon elite‑class audio quality and HEXA‑core UAD processing, the Apollo x16D is an 18 x 20 audio interface that works seamlessly with digital mixing consoles and networked audio systems over Dante, providing access to more than 200 UAD plug‑ins including Neve, API, Lexicon, SSL, and Auto‑Tune, as well as classic compressors like the Teletronix LA‑2A and UA 1176. Combine with Apollo e1x and e2m for a complete networked audio solution.
The Apollo E Series is now available to pre‑order through select retailers and shipping worldwide in May, 2025. For local Universal Audio enquiries, keep reading at CMI Music and Audio.
