Universal Audio Apollo Twin Duo USB

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Key Features

Ultra High-Speed USB 3.0 Connectivity
Dual Realtime UAD DSP Processors
Unison Mic Preamp Technology
Up To 8 Channels of Additional Digital Input

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Universal Audio Apollo Twin Duo USB Overview

The Universal Audio Apollo Twin Duo Audio Interface reinvents desktop recording, delivering legendary analog studio sound, feel and flow in a compact and professional unit. Now with a USB 3.0 connection the Apollo Twin Duo can be used with modern Windows computers (7/8) to achieve hi-fidelity audio recordings. Loaded with two realtime UAD-2 DUO DSP Processors, the 2x6 USB audio interface for Windows combines the same impeccable audio conversion of Universal Audio's Apollo series. The Apollo Twin DUO features 2 analog line outputs, 2 class-leading mic/line preamps, eight channels of digital input via Optical connection and two digitally controlled analog monitor outputs.

Product Ref: 64030

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Versatile Connectivity & DUO Processors

The smart feature set of the Apollo Twin includes two class-leading mic/line preamps, two analog line outputs, two digitally-controlled analog monitor outputs for full resolution at all listening levels and up to eight additional channels of digital input via Optical connection.

Durable Construction

An ergonomic desktop design and rugged construction enable you to use the Apollo Twin easily, it will withstand even the most arduous studio sessions. With instrument and headphone connections on the front panel, Apollo Twin has all the right tools in the right place.

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Features

Single UAD DSP Processor for optimal processing power and audio performance
Unison™ technology offers stunning models of classic tube and transformer-based preamps, guitar amps, and stompboxes
Built-in talkback mic for communication with studio talent and recording slate cues
Improved monitor functionality including monitor remote functions and Mono, Mute, DIM, and ALT monitor controls
2 premium Unison mic/line preamps; 2 line outputs; front-panel Hi-Z instrument input and headphone output

Specifications

System

I/O Complement

Microphone Inputs: Two
Analog Line Inputs: Two
Hi-Z Instrument Inputs: One
Analog Line Outputs: Two (independent mix buses)
Analog Monitor Outputs: Two (one stereo pair, independent L/R mix buses)
Headphone Outputs: One stereo pair (independent L/R mix buses)
Digital Input Port: (TOSLINK optical) One (ADAT or S/PDIF, selectable)
USB 3 Port: One

A/D – D/A Conversion

Supported Sample Rates (kHz): 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192
Bit Depth Per Sample: 24
Simultaneous A/D conversion: Two channels
Simultaneous D/A conversion: Six channels
Analog Round-Trip Latency: 1.1 milliseconds @ 96 kHz sample rate
Analog Round-Trip Latency with up to four serial UAD Powered Plug-Ins via Console application: 1.1 milliseconds @ 96 kHz sample rate
Analog I/O

Line Inputs 1 & 2

Jack Type (combo mic/line balanced inputs): Female ¼” TRS Balanced
Dynamic Range (A–weighting): 117.5 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A–weighting): 117.5 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise: –108 dBFS
Common-Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR): Greater than 60 dB (10’ cable)
Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.1 dB
Input Impedance: 10K Ohms
Gain Range: +10 dB to +65 dB
Maximum Input Level (@ Minimum Gain): 18 dBV
Maximum Input Level (@ Maximum Gain): –37 dBV
Stereo Level Balance: ±0.05 dB

Microphone Inputs 1 & 2

Jack Type (combo mic/line balanced inputs): Female XLR Balanced (pin 2 positive)
Phantom Power (switchable per input): +48V
Dynamic Range (A–weighting): 118 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A–weighting): 118 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise: –110 dBFS
Equivalent Input Noise: –127 dB
Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.1 dB
Common-Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR): Greater than 70 dB (10’ cable)0
Default Input Impedance: 5.4K Ohms (variable via Unison preamp model)
Gain Range: +10 dB to +65 dB
Pad Attenuation (switchable per input): 20 dB (variable via Unison preamp model)
Maximum Input Level (@ Minimum Gain, with Pad): 23.8 dBV
Maximum Input Level (@ Maximum Gain, with Pad): –31.2 dBV

Line Outputs 3 & 4

Jack Type: ¼” Female TRS Balanced
Dynamic Range (A–weighting): 118 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A–weighting): 118 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion: + Noise –107 dBFS
Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.1 dB
Stereo Level Balance: ±0.05 dB
Channel Separation: Greater than 120 dB
Output Impedance: 600 Ohms
Maximum Output Level: 18 dBV

Monitor Outputs 1 & 2

Jack Type: ¼” Female TRS Balanced
Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.1 dB
Dynamic Range (A–weighting): 115 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A–weighting): 115 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion: + Noise –105 dBFS
Channel Separation: Greater than 118 dB
Stereo Level Balance: ±0.05 dB
Output Impedance: 600 Ohms
Output Gain Range: –96 dB to 0 dB
Maximum Output Level: 18 dBV
Operating Reference Level: +14 dBu, +20 dBu (selectable)

Stereo Headphones Output

Jack Type: ¼” Female TRS Stereo (unbalanced)
Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.1 dB
Dynamic Range (A–weighting): 113 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A–weighting): 113 dB
Channel Separation: Greater than 110 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion: + Noise –101 dBFS
Stereo Level Balance: ±0.11 dB
Output Impedance: 10 Ohms
Output Gain Range: –INF to 0 dB
Maximum Output Power: 80 milliwatts into 600 Ohms

Mechanical

Dimensions:

Width: 6.31”
Height: 2.60”
Depth, Chassis Only: 5.86”
Depth, Including Knob & Jack Protrusions: 6.20”
Shipping Box (Length x Width x Height): 8” x 8” x 5.5” (20.32cm x 20.32cm x 13.97cm)

Weight:

Shipping Weight (with box & accessories): 3.85 pounds
Weight (bare unit): 2.35 pounds