A Universal Audio Apollo 16 is a professional rackmount Thunderbolt audio interface designed for high-end studio environments, offering premium AD/DA conversion, large multichannel I/O, and onboard UAD DSP for real-time plug-in processing.
Type
Audio Interface
Model
Apollo 16
Manufacturer
Universal Audio
Country of Manufacture
China
Era
Modern
Year of Introduction
2012 (original Thunderbolt version)
Controls
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Monitor level knob
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Meter select button
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Clock rate button
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Power switch
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Front-panel LED input/output meters (1–16)
Input
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16× balanced line-level inputs (DB-25)
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Word Clock input
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Thunderbolt connection
Output
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16× balanced line-level outputs (DB-25)
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Monitor outputs (XLR)
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Word Clock output
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Headphone output
Power Supply
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Internal universal AC power supply (IEC mains)
Notable Features
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High-channel-count 16-in / 16-out line-level interface
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Thunderbolt connectivity for ultra-low-latency performance
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Built-in UAD-2 DSP for real-time plug-in processing
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Premium AD/DA converters used in professional studios
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Large front-panel LED metering for all 16 channels
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Designed for integration with large analog consoles and outboard gear
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Expandable via multiple Apollo units for higher I/O counts