Universal Audio Apollo Solo · Source: Universal Audio
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Universal Audio Apollo Solo · Source: Universal Audio
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Universal Audio has rebranded the Arrow desktop audio interface as the Apollo Solo. The new interface comes in Thunderbolt and USB 3 versions for Mac and Windows computers.
Universal Audio Apollo Solo
The Universal Audio Arrow desktop audio interface came out in 2018 and brought UAD processing to the USD 500 price range. While the Arrow was technically Windows-compatible, the 2in/4out interface was only available with a Thunderbolt connection, which is still far less common on PCs than on Macs.
The newly released Universal Audio Apollo Solo is essentially a rebranded Arrow. The features are the same: two XLR-1/4” combo inputs with Unison microphone preamps, a Hi-Z instrument input in front, two line outputs and a headphone output. Like the Arrow, the Apollo Solo records at up to 192 kHz / 24 bit resolution.
Like its predecessor, the UA Apollo Solo features a single DSP core for processing UAD plug-ins. The interface comes with the Realtime Analog Classics bundle, which contains emulations of studio classics like the Teletronix LA-2A, UA 1176LN and Pultec EQP-1A, as well as several plug-ins from the UAD Precision series and a couple of guitar and bass amp simulations. All in all, 14 UAD plug-ins are included, and you can expand your collection from UA’s full line-up at any time.
Now available for Windows over USB 3: Universal Audio Apollo Solo
USB 3 version for Windows
So what’s new? The lighter color is the only eye-catching change on the outside. But the rebranded interface is now available in both Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3 versions. This means that both Mac and PC users can connect the Apollo Solo directly, using the most common connection on their respective platforms. One caveat is that the USB 3 version requires an external power adapter, while the Thunderbolt 3 version runs on bus power.
The Thunderbolt 3 version for Macs also includes the Universal Audio LUNA recording application, which is Mac-only.
While it doesn’t bring any new features to Universal Audio’s entry-level interface, the Apollo Solo could potentially appeal to a much wider user base than its predecessor. The introduction of the Apollo Solo opens up the world of UAD plug-ins to Windows users over USB 3.
The USB 3 version requires an external power adapter
Price and availability
Like its predecessor, the Universal Audio Apollo Solo is priced at USD 499. As of today, we don’t have any information on the shipping date.
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Two New Affordable Apollo Solo Interfaces from Universal Audio
Apollo Solo TB and Apollo Solo USB 11/08/20
Universal Audio today announce two new models for the Apollo range, both feature twin Unison mic preamps and on-board DSP to run input processing for both recording path and mix processing.
The two new units are Apollo Solo (Thunderbolt) and Apollo Solo USB, both use the USB-C type connector though the Apollo USB connects only through USB 3.1 and requires external power as opposed to Thunderbolt 3 which supplies power also. Both also have a single UAD DSP chip for running real-time processing plug-ins. These two units appear to be designed for those who want to record 2-channels only, or who need a simple, portable system to compliment a larger studio based UAD system.
The Apollo Solo USB is designed for Windows users and so does not come bundled with the new LUNA recording software which is currently Mac only.
Both are priced at $499 US
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More information at: https://www.uaudio.com/audio-interfaces/apollo-solo.html