Get 30+ of our best plugins with UAD Spark. Free 14-day trial.

Produce album-ready sounds in realtime.

Apollo x6 gives creators running project and bedroom studios the same professional analog tones heard on your favorite records. With elite-class conversion and HEXA Core UAD plug-in processing, Apollo x6 is the only interface that lets you record through preamps from Neve, API, Manley, and more — with near-zero latency — giving you professional sound in a sleek rackmount Thunderbolt 3 audio interface.

Get professional sound with the widest dynamic range and lowest noise available

Record your vocals and synths in realtime through classic mic preamp emulations from Neve, API, Manley, Avalon, and more

Link up to four Apollos for 156 channels of premium I/O and control it from Apollo Twin or x4

Create with seamless hardware-software integration and analog console modeling in LUNA Recording System

Hear Every Detail in your Recordings

Apollo x6’s proven A/D and D/A conversion gives you the same elite‑class sound heard on thousands of hit songs and chart‑topping albums. Widely praised for its open, natural sonics, Apollo's converters give you the perfect palette to paint your masterpiece.

Record Synths and Vocals through Iconic Preamps

With its two onboard Unison preamps, Apollo x6 is the only interface that lets you track in realtime through preamps and channel strips from Neve, Manley, API, SSL, and dozens more, giving you the same rich analog texture as the hardware used on decades of iconic music.*

Get the Pro Sounds of Analog Hardware, in a Single Rack Space

Partner Logos

Right out of the box, Apollo's included plug-ins give you album-ready tones in realtime with professional tools like the UA 610-B Tube Preamp & EQ, Fairchild compressors, amps from Marshall and Ampeg, and more. Plus, Apollo lets you tap into the entire UAD plug-in library, giving you the proven hit-making sounds of Ocean Way Studios, Capitol Chambers, and hundreds more.

See Included Plug-Ins ›
Learn about Heritage Edition Plug‑Ins ›  

Record with a Fast, Natural Workflow using LUNA

Apollo works with all major DAWs, but only LUNA Recording System gives you seamless integration with Apollo, for big analog studio sound — in realtime — using a host of built-in features and extensions from API console modeling to genuine Neve summing and integrated Studer tape.

Learn more about LUNA ›

Your New Analog Studio, Expanded

Link up to four Apollos for 156 channels of premium I/O as your studio grows, and control it all from your desktop using Apollo Twin or x4.

UAD Plug-Ins vs. Analog Hardware

Watch Grammy-award winning producer Jacquire King (Tom Waits, Kings of Leon) put UAD plug‑ins to the test in a live session featuring electronic-soul artist Jamie Lidell.

Compare Apollo Models


16 x 22 Thunderbolt 3 audio interface with class-leading 24-bit/192 KHz conversion (backwards compatible with Thunderbolt 1 & 2 on Mac)

2 Unison-enabled mic/line preamps — giving you fully authentic preamp emulations from Neve, API, Manley, Avalon, and more*

Produce with LUNA Recording System — a fully-integrated recording application for Apollo (Mac/Thunderbolt)

Combine up to 4 Thunderbolt-equipped Apollos and 6 total UAD devices

Realtime UAD HEXA Core Processing for tracking through UAD plug-ins at near-zero latency, regardless of audio buffer size

Surround monitor controller up to 5.1 format

Includes “Realtime Analog Classics Plus” UAD plug-in bundle featuring UA 610-B Tube Preamp; Legacy Pultec EQ, LA-2A, and 1176 compressors; Marshall Plexi Classic; Ampeg SVT-VR Classic and more

Runs UAD Powered Plug-Ins via VST, Audio Units, and AAX in all major DAWs

Selectable +24 dBu operation for easy compatibility with professional mixing consoles and tape machines

Convenient front panel monitoring functions including Alt Speakers, Talkback mic, and assignable Dim or Mono

Free, industry-leading technical support — on the phone and online — from knowledgeable audio engineers


User Manual


Download User Manual

*Apollo x6 includes the “Realtime Analog Classics Plus” UAD plug-in bundle. Other UAD plug-ins sold separately at www.uaudio.com. All trademarks are property of their respective owners.

Realtime Analog Classics Plus Bundle

With the Realtime Analog Classics Plus plug-in bundle, you not only get legendary compressors such as the Fairchild® 670 and EQs like the Pultec® EQP-1A, but also stunning guitar and bass amp emulations from Softube, and UA’s landmark 610-B Tube Preamp and EQ plug-in.

  • UA 610‐B
  • Marshall Plexi Classic Amplifier
  • Fairchild 670 Legacy
  • Teletronix LA‐2A Legacy
  • UA 1176LN Legacy
  • UA 1176SE Legacy
  • Pultec EQP‐1A Legacy
  • Pultec Pro Legacy
  • Ampeg® SVT-VR Classic Bass Amp
  • Precision Channel Strip
  • Precision Reflection Engine
  • Precision Delay Modulation
  • Precision Delay Modulation L
  • UA Precision Enhancer Hz
  • Raw Distortion
  • RealVerb‐Pro

UA 610-B Tube Preamp and EQ

UA 610-B Tube Preamp and EQ

Impart your tracks with the iconic warmth and character of the classic hardware used to track everyone from Duke Ellington to Coldplay. By emulating the entire signal path, including tube amplifiers, transformers, and circuit nonlinearities, the 610-B Tube Preamp and EQ plug-in injects organic detail and saturation to any signal — whether you’re re-amping or tracking through the 610-B via Universal Audio’s Unison™ technology.

Marshall<sup>®</sup> Plexi Classic Amplifier

Marshall® Plexi Classic Amplifier

The undisputed alpha dog of rock and roll guitar amps, the Marshall “plexi” amplifier is as legendary as the music it helped create. From Jimi Hendrix to Jimmy Page, Duane Allman to Eric Clapton, the Plexi’s punishing melange of snarl, sustain, smoothness, and raunch defined the sound of rock. Developed by Softube, the Marshall Plexi Classic Amp plug-in gives you the sound of this iconic amp with a perfectly placed microphone from engineer Tony Platt who recorded AC/DC’s Back in Black and Highway to Hell.

Fairchild<sup>®</sup> 670 (Legacy)

Fairchild® 670 (Legacy)

The world’s most coveted compressor, the classic Fairchild 670 tube limiter will give your tracks and mixes unmistakable tube warmth and character. Whether you’re looking for subtle compression on a lead vocal, or grittier textures that can work on guitars, bass, or a drum bus, the Fairchild 670 plug-in adds a classic “glow” to anything you run through it.

Teletronix<sup>®</sup> LA-2A Classic Leveling Amplifier (Legacy)

Teletronix® LA-2A Classic Leveling Amplifier (Legacy)

With its gentle, program dependent optical compression and meticulously designed tube amplifier, the LA-2A is the go-to compressor for professional mixers around the world — especially for vocals. Incredibly easy-to-use Peak Reduction and Gain controls gives you the ideal optical compression sound for guitar, bass, drums, and more.

1176SE/LN<sup>®</sup> Classic Limiting Amplifiers (Legacy)

1176SE/LN® Classic Limiting Amplifiers (Legacy)

Get classic, ultra-fast FET compression from the world’s most recognized compressor. The 1176 will impart punch, presence, and character as well as its signature distortion overtones on drums, vocals, guitars, and bass. The 1176LN has graced countless recordings, from Led Zeppelin, to the White Stripes and Michael Jackson.

Pultec<sup>®</sup> Pro Equalizers (Legacy)

Pultec® Pro Equalizers (Legacy)

Mix with two of the most sought-after hardware EQs ever made — the MEQ-5 Midrange Equalizer and the EQP-1A Program Equalizer. Both of these tube-based icons deliver smooth and silky EQ curves with an abundance of warm analog character.

Ampeg<sup>®</sup> SVT-VR Classic Bass Amp

Ampeg® SVT-VR Classic Bass Amp

Introduced in 1969, the Ampeg SVT bass amp is still the reigning king of high-powered tube bass tone. Developed by Brainworx, the Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Amp plug-in perfectly captures the raw power and punch that has made this the go-to amp for rock, funk, and soul players. Track in real time using Unison™ preamp technology for the tone, touch, and feel of a real SVT bass amp, or transform bland DI tracks with the thunderous roar of a stone cold classic.

Precision Mix Rack Collection

Precision Mix Rack Collection

Featuring the Precision Channel Strip, Precision Reflection Engine, and Precision Delay Modulation plug-ins, the Precision Mix Rack Collection offers four modern, high-fidelity plug-ins for recording and mixing. Powerful and intuitive, Precision Mix Rack Collection gives you an impressive tool set — perfect for beginners and seasoned professionals alike.

UA Precision Enhancer Hz

UA Precision Enhancer Hz

Expertly dial-in your music’s low-end frequencies with the Precision Enhancer Hz plug-in. Able to yield exacting results with minimal adjustment, the Precision Enhancer Hz can add weight to kick drum samples, fatten up a synth bass, or simply make the low-end of your tracks more audible on smaller speakers.

Raw Distortion

Raw Distortion

Modeled from a vintage early-’80s Pro Co Rat, Raw Distortion delivers all the gritty dynamic raunch of the legendary stompbox. And with Unison™ technology, you can plug in to Apollo Twin, 8, or 8p’s front-panel Hi-Z instrument jack and experience the same circuit interaction, gain range, and clip points for the true tone, feel, and response of the original hardware.

RealVerb Pro

RealVerb Pro

RealVerb Pro is a flexible, natural sounding reverb based on UA’s own unique set of algorithms. Allowing you to design the room just as you hear it, the RealVerb Pro goes beyond simply big/small or dark/bright, giving your sources distortion-free, smoothing diffusion control and ultra-long reverb tail.

Customer Reviews

Apollo x6

Overall Rating

4.8/5
(339)

m. hwang

September 11, 2023

good...

good...

U. Heier

August 3, 2023

My search has come to an end

I have been using Pro Tools HDX for decades. My D Command has always made me hesitate about switching to another DAW. I had a significant experience when I discovered the UAD plug-ins a year ago. I was already aware of the advantages of using DSP from PT, but the distinct sound of the UAD plug-ins surprised me. Currently, I possess two Apollo x6. The conversion of signals from analog to digital is excellent. The quality of the recordings is top-notch.

Y. Enoch

July 25, 2023

I'm glad I sold and bought Fireface

I'm glad I sold and bought Fireface

B. Belanger

July 17, 2023

Wow, just Wow.

I have been a home studio user for 26 years. I finally decided to go with the best and that’s what I got. I previously was a windows user but just purchased a MAC Studio and what better way to get into some new technology by moving to Thunderbolt . Previously had an Apollo 8 that used firewire but decided on getting the new Apollo 6. Bought a Thunderbolt adapter for the 8 and now I have 14 independent tracks that are screaming. I also moved from ProTools to Luna. I am so happy with my decision!!!

A. Warkentin

July 13, 2023

Everything you need!

Top notch interface with 6 DSP Chips for UAD Plugins. Can recommend it. Working over 2 years with it and ordered another one for my second recording room just a couple weeks ago.

A. Mazziotti

July 6, 2023

Apollo x6! Amazing!!!

Dream audio converters. Gorgeous sound!!!

G. Ginux

June 30, 2023

Semplicemente Fantastico

Prodotto fantastico qualità top ho collegato 3 schede audio 2 apollo x6 e 1 apollo x4...davvero una meraviglia del futuro. Consiglio queste ascende a tutti coloro che vogliono avere il massimo della vita nel proprio studio. Sono innamorato di universl audio.

P. Montedonico

June 22, 2023

Fantastica!

Sono un Producer che lavora nel mondo musicale dal 1989 e sono passato dai mondo analogico a quello digitale utilizzando diverse schede ....devo dire che Apollo X6 è a oggi per la sua fascia di prezzo la miglior scheda audio sul mercato ... perfettamente compatibile con Logic Pro (basta seguire le indicazioni proposte nel sito) e con il mondo Mac ... la qualita sonora è mostruosa rispetto alle altre schede audio ... complimenti a tutto il Team di Universal Audio

a. turak

May 9, 2023

Hope to give more free plugins,

First of all, thank you, uad
Hope to give more free plugins, such as Oxford Limiter, C VOX, motherband, etc
Thank you again, uad

a. turak

May 8, 2023

Thanks to the UAD. I hope to give more plug-ins

Thanks to the UAD. I hope to give more plug-ins, such as Oxford Limiter, mastering, C vox, etc. Thanks again for the support of the UAD.

M. Sudhakar

May 1, 2023

One of the best interface

An all-rounder. If you don't know it yet, you live behind the moon!

M. BEREZIAK

April 14, 2023

APOLLO X6

...WOW:) Amazing!!! :)

O. BEAUVARLET

April 6, 2023

Impressive ! Most Impressive !!!

I've been a UAD user specially for DSP acceleration cards and Plugin Quality with no competitor. Now I made the move with audio interfaces with the Apollo x8p and it was so productive efficient that a few weeks later we just bought the x6 : same processing and Preamp quality. Our Studio is raising the UAD flag !

R. Merisier

March 11, 2023

Avoid these ecosystems as windows user

I highly suggest to avoid Universal Audio products if you are a windows user. It is an built to trap you into a bloated ecosystem with poor drivers and mac exclusive content that you will never be able to use. RME audio is superior in every way. Use UAD native plugins only.

Sattelite and Sharc DSP are extremely outdated hardware.

M. Lamar

March 10, 2023

Ended up buy 2 off these

The build quality was better than I expected, and the addition of getting a few extra plugins was a bonus, and it sounds really good.

A. Miranda

March 9, 2023

Incrivel Apollo x6

Como é que eu não tinha comprado esta placa a mais tempo o som é super clean INCRIVEL parabens UA,

N. Simopoulos

March 4, 2023

Not loving it

When the box arrived, I was surprised that it was a rack unit because I had actually wanted a desktop. The unit itself was a little bit cumbersome to set up and not very intuitive. Compared to other audio interfaces. I really don’t see a difference between the quality but there’s a huge difference in the price .

A. mcdowell

February 25, 2023

Game changer

Had this machine a couple of weeks, but already I can hear a different level of preamp and well the plugins are some of the best I've ever used. Also all the tech videos and tips are excellent and really helped me get started. Thanks universal audio! The price is very high but I don't mind paying top dollar for a top product!

L. DLB

February 19, 2023

Unbelievable

I cannot express my frustration trying to get this to work on a pc
Why advertise its compatibility on pc when there are so many issues with this I’m giving my self a week to try and get it to work if not I’m returning it

G. Meimaris

February 16, 2023

Apollo 6x

Excellent Quality both sonicly and materially. Thanks a lot!