--- product_id: 38958705 title: "Universal Audio Apollo Twin MKII QUAD" brand: "universal audio" price: "€ 39.96" currency: EUR in_stock: false reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.gr/products/38958705-universal-audio-apollo-twin-mkii-quad store_origin: GR region: Greece --- # sub-2ms latency 2 mic/line preamps 2x6 Thunderbolt Universal Audio Apollo Twin MKII QUAD **Brand:** universal audio **Price:** € 39.96 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Elevate Your Sound Game with Apollo Twin MKII Quad! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Universal Audio Apollo Twin MKII QUAD by universal audio - **How much does it cost?** € 39.96 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/38958705-universal-audio-apollo-twin-mkii-quad) ## Best For - universal audio enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted universal audio brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Built to Last:** Engineered with uncompromising analog design and premium build quality. - • **Real-Time Processing:** Enjoy near-zero latency while recording with premium components. - • **Seamless Integration:** Compatible with all major DAWs for effortless workflow. - • **Unleash Your Creativity:** Experience world-class audio conversion with 24-bit/192 kHz clarity. - • **Vintage Sound at Your Fingertips:** Track through legendary UAD plug-ins for that classic vibe. ## Overview The Universal Audio Apollo Twin MKII Quad is a high-performance desktop audio interface designed for both Mac and Windows users. It features 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion, real-time UAD processing, and a robust analog design, making it ideal for professional recording and mixing. With two premium mic/line preamps, sub-2ms latency, and compatibility with all major DAWs, this interface is perfect for musicians and producers seeking top-tier audio quality. ## Description Superior Desktop Audio Conversion with Classic Analog Sound. 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. With its class-leading resolution, Unison preamps, and Real-time UAD Processing, Apollo Twin Mk II QUAD sets a new standard for desktop music production, with twice as much UAD processing power than any previous Apollo Twin product. This 10x6 Thunderbolt interface for Mac and Windows allows you to record with near-zero latency through the full range of UAD Powered Plug-Ins - ingeniously merging classic analog tones with cutting-edge features. Apollo Twin Mk II QUAD allows you to: • Record with the same world-class Apollo A/D and D/A conversion as the next-generation Apollo range in a desktop form factor - as heard on hundreds of hit records • Mix with UAD plug-ins like the included Teletronix LA-2A, 1176LN, and Fairchild compressors, Pultec EQs, and 610-B Preamp • Control Apollo Twin MK II's new monitor functions like Talkback & ALT Monitor switching and combine with rack-mount Apollos for the ultimate monitor remote control via Thunderbolt. • Track with near-zero latency through preamp emulations from Neve, API, Manley and more using Unison technology. Access the world of UAD Powered Plug-Ins Tap into the full library award-winning UAD Powered Plug-Ins - including vintage EQs, Compressors, Reverbs, Tape Machines and more - at near-zero latency, regardless of your audio software’s buffer size and without taxing your computer’s CPU. Included UA Plug-Ins: • Universal Audio 610 B Preamp & EQ w/Unison Technology • Softube Amp Room Half Stack Guitar Amplifier • Softube Bass Amp Room 8x10 Bass Amplifier • Universal Audio RAW Distortion Pedal w/Unison Technology • Universal Audio 1176LN & 1176SE Legacy Compressor/Limiter • Teletronix LA-2A Legacy Limiter • Pultec EQP-1A Legacy Program Equalizer • Pultec Pro Legacy EQ Program & Mid Band Equalizer • Precision Channel Strip EQ/DYN • Precision Delay/Modulation (Regular/Long) • Precision Reflection/Room Engine • Real Verb Pro Space Modeling Engine Review: The MOST Essential Piece Of Home Studio Gear!! - This thing is a powerhouse! I was new to audio engineering & had originally purchased a Focusrite i6i which did the trick but after reading reviews on this thing I buckled down and made the purchase which almost instantaneously opened up a whole new level of quality to my recordings. I'll start by saying this: if you're just getting started then this thing is A LOT of money so definitely try something cheaper to get the hang of things. The price you pay here isn't all you'll end up spending because this thing has its own "Apps or Plugins" you use on it with a separate software from your DAW. If it sounds complicated don't worry because it's pretty simple actually. What makes this thing so incredible is ONE: the stock pre-amp is much more present and clear then my old focusrite and this is probably the single best Home Audio Interface you can buy without going full studio & TWO: the Plugins they have are a game changer. They have emulation software of some of the best pre-amps and compressors money can buy. So to put this into as simple a manner as I can I'll explain it like this: get this thing setup and launch the included software. You have a chain of command under your mic where you can put your compressors, amps, autotune etc... What this does is runs your vocals or instruments through this chain and feeds it directly into your DAW already processed without using any of your computers resources since this interface has it's own processors to handle that. What you get is an extremely clean, compressed, & balanced signal off the bat without any tinkering in your DAW. You can then shape as you see fit after the fact. So In Summary: AMAZING if you want that studio sounding quality. I've created some stuff with this that is pretty close to what you would get out of an actual studio & I'm only a few months into learning this stuff. A couple tutorials and you'll be setup without having to tweak anything after that. Just understand the very specific specifications required to run this thing. You need an i7 Processor at a minimum & a Thunderbolt connection. I had a windows desktop and upgraded my Processor & had a Thunderbolt plug installed which I don't recommend anyone does lol If you can just get a macbook with the port it'll save you a ton of trouble and headache. Overall this purchase was the single best one I've made in regards to my audio setup. This thing paired with a decent microphone is a game changer!! Couldn't recommend enough!! Review: complicated perfection & no regrets - I came from low end interfaces: Lexicon Alpha, then Omega, then Focusrite Scarletts, Steinberg ur22... after all the USB ones and audio issues and endless troubleshooting I decided to get an iMac and go thunderbolt which led me to this thing, after countless hours of research. It takes some real getting used to and I consulted tech support with UA and Propellerhead (Reason 9) as well as a buddy who has one of these and I finally started recording and holy heck is it intuitive, advanced and professional compared to all hardware I've ever owned! The included plugins are enough to cut an album along with what your DAW has to offer. I can't think of much more to say, I mean... separate monitor and headphone volumes, talk button, mono button, HP filter, hiZ guitar jack, mute button, lightning fast thunderbolt, incredible software, 1.something ms of latency?!? It's a million dollar recording studio squeezed into a very solid stylin' metal box. And yes it aint cheap but trust me - I went way over budget and I'll be hurting for a while but it's for my art so it's totally worth it. ## Features - Desktop 2x6 Thunderbolt audio interface for Mac and Windows with world-class 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion, uncompromising analog design, superior components, and premium build quality - Real-time UAD Processing for tracking through vintage compressors, EQs, tape machines, mic preamps, and guitar amp plug-ins with near-zero (sub-2ms) latency* - 2 premium mic/line preamps; 2 line outputs; front-panel Hi-Z instrument input and headphone output, 2 digitally controlled analog monitor outputs, 8 channels of digital input via Optical connection - Real-time Analog Classics UAD- plug-in bundle: Legacy versions of the LA-2A, 1176LN, Pultec EQP-1A, plus Softube Amp Room Essentials, Raw Distortion, 610-B Tube Preamp & EQ, and more - Console 2.0 software features Channel Strip presets, Drag & Drop functionality, dynamically resizable windows, runs UAD Powered Plug-Ins via VST, RTAS, & AAX 64 in all major DAWs.Record with world-class Apollo A/D and D/A conversion — as heard on hundreds of hit records ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B01NCRF0AE | | Audio Input | XLR, Line-level | | Best Sellers Rank | #212,689 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #1,387 in Computer Recording Audio Interfaces | | Brand | Universal Audio | | Brand Name | Universal Audio | | Compatible Devices | Personal Computer | | Connectivity Technology | Thunderbolt | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 283 Reviews | | Frequency Response | 96 KHz | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00819937002342 | | Item Type Name | Apollo Twin MKII Quad | | Manufacturer | Universal Audio | | Manufacturer Part Number | APLTWQII | | Maximum Sample Rate | 192 KHz | | Model Number | APLTWQII | | Number of Channels | 8 | | Operating System | Windows | | Supported Software | UAD Powered Plug-Ins, all major DAWs | | UPC | 819937002342 | | Warranty Description | 1 year. | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Universal Audio - **Compatible Devices:** Personal Computer - **Supported Software:** UAD Powered Plug-Ins, all major DAWs - **Connectivity Technology:** Thunderbolt - **Number of Channels:** 8 ## Images ![Universal Audio Apollo Twin MKII QUAD - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61msijh9q5L.jpg) ![Universal Audio Apollo Twin MKII QUAD - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81AIq3QR+YL.jpg) ![Universal Audio Apollo Twin MKII QUAD - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41GixE1CcOL.jpg) ![Universal Audio Apollo Twin MKII QUAD - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41suJ+VHdcL.jpg) ![Universal Audio Apollo Twin MKII QUAD - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41kCiUaxdoL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Configuration, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can you please list the plugins, it comes with ?** A: 1176LN Legacy Classic Limiting Amplifier Compressor1176SE Legacy Classic Limiting Amplifier CompressorPrecision Mix Rack Collection Ch. StripPultec EQP-1A Legacy EQPultec Pro EQ Legacy EQRaw Plug-In for UAD-2 GuitarRealVerb-Pro Plug-In for UAD-2 ReverbSoftube Amp Room Half-Stack Plug-In for UAD-2 GuitarSoftube Bass Amp Room 8x10 Plug-In for UAD-2 GuitarTeletronix® LA-2A Legacy Classic Leveling Amplifier CompressorUA 610-B Tube Preamp and EQ Plug-In for UAD-2 EQ **Q: is this also a headphone amp? Can I use my high impedance headphones on this thing? Is it also a dac?** A: It has a headphone out, with an amp. I use it with a set of Focal headphones and it works fine. It does analog to digital and digital to analog conversion. **Q: Hi I want to know if the thunderbolt cable is included?** A: No, a thunderbolt cable is not included. **Q: Whats the difference between the solo ,duo and quad?** A: Processing power to run UA software plugs. 1 core gives you the minimum power, 2 core gives you 2x, and 4 core gives you 4x. If you are going to use the device JUST as an audio interface without investing in UA SW plugs, or using ONLY your DAW's plugs, then the 1 core should suffice (will run all the "free" UA plugs that come with the unit but as you add tracks/plugs you can "hit the wall" with 1 core). Some of them are CPU hogs (e.g. Pultec EQ). Recommend the 4 core (yes it is more expensive) because it allows you to run more of the UA plugs, which are excellent (I use LPX and the UA plugs are even better than the LPX plugs, which are pretty good themselves). I started off with the 1 core but when I started auditioning UA SW plugs (all plugs give you 14 day free trial), I fell in love with the UA plug universe and went back to Guitar Center and traded up to the Quad. Go to the UA website and they list every plug and how much CPU it takes ... link here < https://help.uaudio.com/hc/en-us/articles/211075923-How-many-UAD-plug-ins-can-I-run-with-my-Apollo-UAD-2-device- >. This will help you determine which plugs you might want for tracking/mastering and what the projected total CPU load is on the Apollo HW. Good luck!!! This is a GREAT unit. Truly the Holy Grail of audio interfaces. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The MOST Essential Piece Of Home Studio Gear!! *by R***S on July 24, 2018* This thing is a powerhouse! I was new to audio engineering & had originally purchased a Focusrite i6i which did the trick but after reading reviews on this thing I buckled down and made the purchase which almost instantaneously opened up a whole new level of quality to my recordings. I'll start by saying this: if you're just getting started then this thing is A LOT of money so definitely try something cheaper to get the hang of things. The price you pay here isn't all you'll end up spending because this thing has its own "Apps or Plugins" you use on it with a separate software from your DAW. If it sounds complicated don't worry because it's pretty simple actually. What makes this thing so incredible is ONE: the stock pre-amp is much more present and clear then my old focusrite and this is probably the single best Home Audio Interface you can buy without going full studio & TWO: the Plugins they have are a game changer. They have emulation software of some of the best pre-amps and compressors money can buy. So to put this into as simple a manner as I can I'll explain it like this: get this thing setup and launch the included software. You have a chain of command under your mic where you can put your compressors, amps, autotune etc... What this does is runs your vocals or instruments through this chain and feeds it directly into your DAW already processed without using any of your computers resources since this interface has it's own processors to handle that. What you get is an extremely clean, compressed, & balanced signal off the bat without any tinkering in your DAW. You can then shape as you see fit after the fact. So In Summary: AMAZING if you want that studio sounding quality. I've created some stuff with this that is pretty close to what you would get out of an actual studio & I'm only a few months into learning this stuff. A couple tutorials and you'll be setup without having to tweak anything after that. Just understand the very specific specifications required to run this thing. You need an i7 Processor at a minimum & a Thunderbolt connection. I had a windows desktop and upgraded my Processor & had a Thunderbolt plug installed which I don't recommend anyone does lol If you can just get a macbook with the port it'll save you a ton of trouble and headache. Overall this purchase was the single best one I've made in regards to my audio setup. This thing paired with a decent microphone is a game changer!! Couldn't recommend enough!! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ complicated perfection & no regrets *by B***I on April 22, 2017* I came from low end interfaces: Lexicon Alpha, then Omega, then Focusrite Scarletts, Steinberg ur22... after all the USB ones and audio issues and endless troubleshooting I decided to get an iMac and go thunderbolt which led me to this thing, after countless hours of research. It takes some real getting used to and I consulted tech support with UA and Propellerhead (Reason 9) as well as a buddy who has one of these and I finally started recording and holy heck is it intuitive, advanced and professional compared to all hardware I've ever owned! The included plugins are enough to cut an album along with what your DAW has to offer. I can't think of much more to say, I mean... separate monitor and headphone volumes, talk button, mono button, HP filter, hiZ guitar jack, mute button, lightning fast thunderbolt, incredible software, 1.something ms of latency?!? It's a million dollar recording studio squeezed into a very solid stylin' metal box. And yes it aint cheap but trust me - I went way over budget and I'll be hurting for a while but it's for my art so it's totally worth it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very nice sound interface, but comes without any cables *by L***R on December 9, 2020* I do not want to describe this iconic audio interface, it is all great. But I would expect from the interface for $800 to have computer cables inside. Expect to spend another $100 for thunderbolt 2 cable and thunderbolt 2 to thunderbolt 3 adapter in you have newest mac. They do have USB version available, which is costing that $100 more. Universal Audio it is 2020 ending soon, why you do not make Thunderbolt 3(aka usb type C) port, and include cheap USB type C cables inside? --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.gr/products/38958705-universal-audio-apollo-twin-mkii-quad](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/38958705-universal-audio-apollo-twin-mkii-quad) --- *Product available on Desertcart Greece* *Store origin: GR* *Last updated: 2026-05-02*