Universal Audio Apollo Solo Heritage Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface

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Ready for cranking out tracks at home or on the road, the Universal Audio Apollo Solo Heritage Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interfacebus-powered desktop 2x4 Thunderbolt 3 audio interface combines the sound, feel, and flow of analog studio recording with SOLO Core real-time UAD processing and a hearty bundle of 25 stellar UAD plug-ins. The Apollo Solo is effectively UA's Arrow interface with a new finish and slightly improved audio performance, rebranded to join the Apollo series.

Furnished with studio-class 24-bit / 192 kHz conversion, the Apollo Solo gives musicians, producers, and songwriters the appreciable value of high-resolution recording and mixing with distortion and dynamic performance beyond its price point.

The interface features two XLR-1/4" mic/line combo inputs and a 1/4" Hi-Z input, all with Unison integration for precise UAD emulations of classic analog preamps. Impart vintage character of your choosing on microphone and instrument recordings while bypassing the unpredictable nature of old equipment.

Thanks to the switchable low-cut filter, pad, polarity inversion, 48V phantom power, and stereo linking on each analog input, you can efficiently optimize your incoming signals with straightforward buttons on the Apollo Solo's face. It offers a dedicated stereo monitor feed and a front-panel headphone output, plus full input and output metering capabilities.

The built-in SOLO Core processing allows you to monitor and record audio using classic analog emulations with near-zero latency. The plug-in bundle included with the Heritage Edition empowers you with 25 top-notch plug-ins ranging from vintage compressor and EQ collections to virtual guitar/bass amps and time-based processors. The included Console application provides control and recall of all interface and UAD plug-in settings including channel-strip presets, drag-and-drop functionality, and dynamically resizable windows.

Mac and Windows drivers ensure compatibility with all major DAWs including Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Cubase, Ableton Live, and more. The interface also integrates seamlessly with LUNA, Universal Audio's free Mac-based, single-window recording system with unlimited track counts and full Audio Units plug-in support.

Please note, the Apollo Solo requires a powered Thunderbolt 3 port on your computer in order to operate. To see if your computer is compatible with the Apollo Solo, refer to the manufacturer website for compatibility information.

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Musicians, Producers, and Songwriters High-Speed Thunderbolt 3 Connectivity 2 Unison Mic Preamps, 1 Hi-Z Input 1 Headphone Out, 2 Monitor Outs 24-Bit / 192 kHz AD/DA Bus Powered / Mac, Windows 48V, High-Pass Filter, Pad, Polarity SOLO Core Real-Time UAD Processing Near-Zero Latency Performance 25 UAD Plug-Ins & Mac Recording Software

Key Specs
Channels of I/O	Analog: 2 Inputs / 4 Outputs at 192 kHz
Maximum Sampling Rate	192 kHz / 24-Bit
Number of Microphone Inputs	2
Analog Audio I/O	2x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced Mic/Line Input 1x 1/4" TS Unbalanced Hi-Z Input (Front Panel) 2x 1/4" TRS Balanced Monitor Output 1x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output (Front Panel)
Digital Audio I/O	No
Host Connection	1x USB-C
OS Compatibility	macOS 10.14 macOS 10.15 macOS 11 macOS 12 Windows 10 (64-Bit Only) Windows 11
Power Requirements	Thunderbolt Bus Power
Parameters
Channels of I/O	Analog: 2 Inputs / 4 Outputs at 192 kHz
Built-In DSP	Yes
Maximum Sampling Rate	192 kHz / 24-Bit
Number of Microphone Inputs	2
Built-In Microphone	No
Input Level Adjustment	1x Knob
Signal Processing
Pad	Mic: -20 dB (Switchable per Channel)
Gain/Trim Range	Mic/Line/Hi-Z Inputs: +10 dB to +65 dB
High-Pass Filter	75 Hz, 12 dB/Octave
Solo/Mute	No
Connectivity
Analog Audio I/O	2x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced Mic/Line Input 1x 1/4" TS Unbalanced Hi-Z Input (Front Panel) 2x 1/4" TRS Balanced Monitor Output 1x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output (Front Panel)
Phantom Power	48 V, Selectable On/Off (Selectable on Individual Inputs)
Digital Audio I/O	No
Host Connection	1x USB-C
Host Connection Protocol	Thunderbolt 3
USB (Non-Host)	No
Sync I/O	No
Network I/O	No
MIDI I/O	No
Expansion Slots	No
Performance
Frequency Response	System: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.1 dB
Maximum Input Level	Mic Inputs: +25.2 dBu (Min Gain, with Pad) Line Inputs: +20.7 dBu Hi-Z Inputs: +12.5 dBu (Min Gain)
Maximum Output Level	Monitor Outputs: +20.7 dBu
Headphone Output Power	240 mW into 32 Ohms 62 mW into 300 Ohms
Impedance	Mic Inputs: 5.5 Kilohms Line Inputs: 10 Kilohms Hi-Z Inputs: 1 Megohm Monitor Outputs: 100 Ohms
Dynamic Range	Mic/Line/Hi-Z Inputs: 118 dBA Monitor Outputs: 115 dBA Headphone Outputs: 115 dBA (600-Ohm Load)
THD+N	Mic Inputs: -108 dBFS Line Inputs: -107 dBFS Hi-Z Inputs: -105 dBFS Monitor Outputs: -106 dBFS Headphone Outputs: -97 dB (600-Ohm Load) -88 dB (32-Ohm Load)
Digital Audio
Sample Rates	Up to 192 kHz
Sample Rate Conversion	No
Bit Depths	24-Bit
Latency	1.1 ms at 96 kHz (Input to Output)
Sync Sources	Internal
Audio Storage & Playback
Media/Memory Card Slot	No
Compatibility
OS Compatibility	macOS 10.14 to 12 / Windows 10 or Later
OS Compatibility	macOS 10.14 macOS 10.15 macOS 11 macOS 12 Windows 10 (64-Bit Only) Windows 11
Processor Requirement	Intel Core i7
Storage Requirements	10 GB
Mobile Device Compatibility	No
Required Hardware	Available Thunderbolt 3 Port Thunderbolt 3 Cable
Power
Power Requirements	Thunderbolt Bus Power
Power Consumption	10 W
Physical
Operating Conditions	32 to 95°F / 0 to 35°C at 20 to 80% Humidity
Storage Conditions	-40 to 176°F / -40 to 80°C
Dimensions	7.1 x 4.8 x 1.8" / 18.03 x 12.19 x 4.57 cm
Weight	1.4 lb / 0.6 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight	2.79 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	8.5 x 6.4 x 4.6"

Though the Apollo Solo is essentially a rebranded Arrow interface with a lighter finish, it does have some performance enhancements. The Apollo Solo offers improved dynamic range for the Hi-Z input (118 vs 110 dBA) and a more powerful headphone amplifier with greater dynamic range.

The Heritage Edition features the same Apollo Solo interface found in the standard edition but with more plug-ins. The standard Apollo Solo includes the Realtime Analog Classics bundle (14 plug-ins) and the Heritage Edition adds 11 more plug-ins for a total of 25 revered UA-powered plug-ins.

Track, overdub, and mix with high-resolution AD/DA conversion and DSP-powered plug-ins
UAD-2 SOLO Core processing for tracking through models of vintage compressors, EQs, tape machines, mic preamps, and guitar amps, with near-zero latency, and no burden on your computer’s CPU
Unison technology nails the tone of sought-after tube and solid-state mic pres by matching the input impedance, gain-stage sweet spots, and component-level circuit behaviors of the original hardware
High-speed Thunderbolt 3 connectivity for Mac and Windows computers (Thunderbolt cable available separately)
Convenient desktop form factor with with bus powering via Thunderbolt for enhanced portability
Comprehensive front-panel metering and fast, intuitive controls, no menu-diving required
Free, industry-leading phone/online technical support from knowledgeable audio engineers

2x4 audio interface with two Unison-enabled microphone preamps (via XLR-1/4" combo mic/line inputs), providing emulations of classic analog preamps with near-zero latency
One front-panel Unison-enabled 1/4" Hi-Z input for direct connection of a guitar, bass, or keyboard
Stereo 1/4" monitor output and one 1/4" headphone output, each with dedicated level control

Includes Realtime Analog Classics plug-in bundle plus 11 additional plug-ins to complete the compressor, EQ, and preamp collections, and provides another reverb (plug-in support VST, RTAS, Audio Units, and AAX 64-bit for compatibility with all major DAWs):

UA 610-A Tube Preamp and EQ (Vintage)
UA 610-B Tube Preamp and EQ (Modern)
Marshall Plexi Classic Guitar Amp
Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Amp
UA 1176LN Limiting Amplifier (Legacy)
UA 1176SE Limiting Amplifier (Legacy)
UA 1176 Classic Limiter Collection (1176LN Rev E, 1176 Rev A, and 1176AE 40th Anniversary Edition)
Pultec EQP-1A EQ (Legacy)
Pultec MEQ-5 EQ (Legacy)
Pultec Passive EQ Collection (EQP-1A, MEQ-5, and HLF-3C)
Teletronix LA-2A Leveling Amplifier (Legacy)
Teletronix LA-2A Classic Leveler Collection (LA-2A Silver, LA-2A Gray, and LA-2)
Raw Distortion
Precision Channel Strip (Precision Mix Rack Collection)
Precision Reflection Engine (Precision Mix Rack Collection)
Precision Delay Mod (Precision Mix Rack Collection)
Precision Delay Mod L (Precision Mix Rack Collection)
Pure Plate Reverb
RealVerb Pro Custom Room Modeler

Apollo Heritage Editions include plug-ins featured in UAD Spark, UA's subscription plug-in collection that runs natively on Mac—no UA hardware required
With UAD Spark, you can expand your plug-in processing power, balancing your DSP load between Apollo and your computer's onboard processing
Receive the 1176 Classic Limiter Collection, Teletronix LA-2A Classic Leveler Collection, and Pure Plate Reverb
Current owners of any plug-ins available in UAD Spark will receive the UAD Spark versions free

Works with all major DAWs including Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Pro Tools, and more
Apollo Solo becomes a fully integrated recording system with LUNA, a powerful free recording application for Mac from Universal Audio
Bolstered by Accelerated Realtime Monitoring, LUNA lets you track and mix using an intuitive single-window workflow with unlimited track counts, full Audio Units plug-in support, and access to a suite of exclusive LUNA instruments and extensions such as Studer Multitrack Tape and Neve Summing

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does it work for first generation apollo quad silverface?

A: Yes, the Universal Audio Thunderbolt 3 Option Card is compatible with the Apollo Quad Silverface.

Q: 2. I already have an Apollo Solo (Heritage) Thunderbolt(TB) 3 w/ Mac Mini. Can I daisy chain more Non ADAT Apollos via TB?

A: The Universal Audio Thunderbolt 3 Option Card for Rackmount Apollo Interfaces (BH # UNTBOC3) can be used for daisy-chaining additional Apollo interfaces and UAD-2 satellite DSP accelerators, modern storage solutions, and 4K displays.

Q: 3. does this come with luna recording?

A: Any Mac user with a thunderbolt equipped Apollo can download Luna for free from Universal Audio's website.

Q: 4. Which are the 25 stellar UAD plug-ins you get when you buy the universal Apollo twin x quad Heritage

A: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1608865-REG/universal_audio_apltwxq_he_apollo_twin_x_quad.html/overview B&H Part # : UNAPLTWXQHE 25 Powered Plug-Ins Includes Realtime Analog Classics plug-in bundle plus 11 additional plug-ins to complete the compressor, EQ, and preamp collections and provide another reverb (plug-ins support VST, RTAS, Audio Units, and AAX 64-bit for compatibility with all major DAWs): UA 610-A Tube Preamp and EQ (Vintage) UA 610-B Tube Preamp and EQ (Modern) Marshall Plexi Classic Guitar Amp Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Amp UA 1176LN Limiting Amplifier (Legacy) UA 1176SE Limiting Amplifier (Legacy) UA 1176 Classic Limiter Collection (1176LN Rev E, 1176 Rev A, and 1176AE 40th Anniversary Edition) Pultec EQP-1A EQ (Legacy) Pultec MEQ-5 EQ (Legacy) Pultec Passive EQ Collection (EQP-1A, MEQ-5, and HLF-3C) Teletronix LA-2A Leveling Amplifier (Legacy) Teletronix LA-2A Classic Leveler Collection (LA-2A Silver, LA-2A Gray, and LA-2) Raw Distortion Precision Channel Strip (Precision Mix Rack Collection) Precision Reflection Engine (Precision Mix Rack Collection) Precision Delay Mod (Precision Mix Rack Collection) Precision Delay Mod L (Precision Mix Rack Collection) Pure Plate Reverb RealVerb Pro Custom Room Modeler

Q: 5. Can I daisy chain other Thunderbolt 3 interface (apollo, volt or others/not Universal Audio) and record 4to6 mics same time?

A: You cannot daisy chain other Thunderbolt 3 interfaces with the Apollo Solo Heritage Edition Desktop 2x4 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface with SOLO.

Q: 6. Can this device work with a hub like "Belkin Connect Thunderbolt 4 Core Hub" being connected to it instead directly to a Mac?"

A: Technically, you could connect the Universal Audio Apollo Solo Heritage Edition Desktop 2x4 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface with SOLO Core Real-Time UAD Processing to a Mac via a Thunderbolt 4 hub. However, I would not suggest doing this. A hub like this essentially has its own computer inside, so passing audio through it before it hits your computer could introduce unwanted artifacts into your recordings.

Q: 7. Is the USB type that connects to the computer end a Type C as well or is it a Type A?

A: System requirement from https://help.uaudio.com/hc/en-us/articles/360047404851-Apollo-Solo-USB-System-Requirements : PC with available built-in* USB 3 SuperSpeed (Type-A or Type-C port)

Q: 8. Can I still use the volume control on my keyboard? I read reviews of an older ifi DAC that said you couldn't with that model.

A: Regarding the iFi Studio ZEN One Studio Universal DAC Audio Interface, having the ability to use your keyboard's volume controls would depend on the software application you are using at the time.

Q: 9. Approximately how much power willl this provide to my Beyerdynamic Dt 1990 pro 250 ohm headphones in watts and milliwatts? Is the interface enough power alone with out an after market headphone amp?

A: I contacted technical support at Antelope directly and while they do not have a specification for the power of the headphone output on the Zen Q Synergy Core Desktop 14x10 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface, they did tell me that they had previously tested this interface with different 250 ohm headphones and felt that the volume level was sufficient for general monitoring purposes. However, what each person considers sufficient volume is subjective and what works for one person may not work well for another person. If you will want to have high volume or very strong bass, then you will most likely want to use a separate headphone amp with the Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro headphones.

Q: 10. how do you connect to speakers that only have xlr inputs?

A: A cable such as the Pearstone PM Series 1/4" TRS Male to XLR Male Professional Interconnect Cable (6'), BH #PEPMTRSXM06 will allow you to connect to the balanced 1/4-inch output of the audio interface into the balanced XR input of a studio monitor.

Marcelo	22/09/2024
[10 GB] What I love the most of this product is it comes with great sounding plugins and enough power, 6 dsp for managing several reverb (Lexicon+chambers for ex.) sends/returns and still use 1176 or studer or la2a on single tracks. If you organize you can work with 6 dsp fine. I also love i could connect an Alesis Reverb Hardware via ADAT!!! Amazing. I have also an QS8 Alesis keyboard. I wish I could connect both units, but although it has 2 ADAT I/O it´s not possible to do so, only 1. Bummer. The interface, the quality of plugins is top. Totally recommended! 5

Carlos	19/08/2024
[Thunderbolt 3] It completely redefined my way of producing. Delivery was incredibly fast. The Apollo x4 is a beast of an interface and even so the UaD plugins included in the bundle. 5

Johannes	01/07/2024
[24-Bit] From the Universal Audio Website: The latest UAD software is compatible with Windows 10 and Windows 11 (64-bit editions), and all Thunderbolt-equipped Apollo and UAD-2 products (Apollo X series, Apollo 8, Apollo 8p, Apollo 16 MkII, Apollo Twin, Apollo Twin MkII, Apollo Solo, Arrow, UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt, and first-generation silver Apollo/Apollo 16 models equipped with a Thunderbolt Option Card). That was an easy google, and I wonder why the other reviewer wasn't able or willing to do the same before pulling the trigger on this purchase ... or on his review. I don't understand people who write reviews in which they reveal not a single fact about the product, and instead just confess to their own lack of research before buying. The Apollo system has come under a lot of pressure, because the better computers get, the less of a need is for UA's system of handling processing in the interface as opposed to the computer's CPU. UA has responded by making more and more of their famous plugins available natively, so you can now run them in your DAW directly. Whether or not an Apollo is still your best choice depends on the power of your computer, and on how much you appreciate the design, easy usability and overall elegance of a unit like this. The price is a powerful argument to consider alternatives, unfortunately. 5

Christian	17/06/2024
[1x USB-C] Unison pres sound amazing and plugins are unmatched in quality. 5

Carlos	16/06/2024
[2] UA got it right! Great unit. The plugins are spot on. 5

Wes	14/06/2024
[1x Knob] Awesome upgrade from focusrite and allows for smoother recording/tracking experience. 5

Erica	03/06/2024
[1x USB-C] I bought this for it's thunderbolt connectivity as opposed to the model with usb-C connectivity I had planned on purchasing. It's working phenomenally with no latency issues and I'm loving the recording software, Luna, that is included with the purchase. 5

Quentin	26/05/2024
[2.79 lb] This audio interface replaced my Universal Audio Volt 2, which was a great interface, but I wanted a little more. This along with the bundled software and plug-ins has been a game changer for me. Once I get a little more comfortable with the UA experience, I'll likely be stepping up to an Apollo Twin. 5

Rob	22/05/2024
[2] For years I had debated whether I needed “vintage“ gear for my home studio. Having just completed my first project with the Apollo x4 I can say it was absolutely worth the investment for me. The quad processing power is just right for my home studio, I have not maxed out the DSP yet. Since I don’t record drums or a full band at home, there is plenty of power here to handle a small group. More often I’ll use one or two inputs at a time. Two headphone outputs is important to me so that each musician gets their own mix. I ended up spending about another $2000 to get the full UAD set of plug-ins. I would have preferred to spend half that much now and add more down the road, but the economics work out that you get a much better deal when you purchase them upfront. I would have had about 10 plug-ins, but now I have all 66 and I have already used close to half of them. A lot of money for a home studio but if you purchased a dedicated tube preamp and compressor you’d spend a similar amount, and it would sound great but it wouldn’t be as flexible. It was easy to set up, for me it “just worked”. UA support took a couple of days to respond when I had a question but they gave a thorough response. UA has great videos on their website to help you learn how to use each plugin. The buying experience from B&H was excellent—it arrived in perfect condition a day earlier than I expected. It’s an investment, but if you are dedicated to learning how to use the equipment you will get professional results. I can strongly recommend. 5

Lawrence	08/04/2024
[2] Outstanding interface with professional sound and low latency kicks my previous interface to the curb. A breeze to set up and runs great on my late 2013 MacBook Pro (which I also got at B&H). Also gives you access purchasing amazing (and addictive) Plug-ins from the UAD Library. Besides sounding great, these run on the UAD hardware freeing your CPU from the task of running them. I'm ecstatic. Universal Audio is the leader and the X series is awesome. 5