Is the Apollo Solo worth it?

Posted on by Dominique Stacey

Is the Apollo Solo worth it?

I think the Apollo Solo is a solid value. It’s certainly many times more expensive than an entry level audio interface, but it’s also worth every penny. In terms of quality, you’ll never out grow it. In terms of plugins, it’s a great deal.

Does Apollo Solo work with USB?

Note: the Universal Audio Apollo Solo requires USB 3.0 or greater and is not backward compatible with USB 2.0.

Does the Apollo Solo have a preamp?

The Apollo Solo includes two amazing-sounding preamps that boast the company’s acclaimed Unison technology. And, since the Apollo Solo includes Universal Audio’s Realtime Analog Classics plug-in bundle, you’ll already own a top-tier collection of modeled analog gear without buying extra plug-ins.

How many plugins can Apollo solo handle?

Perfect for two track recording The quad will handle about four UAD plugins, (maybe another one depending on the plugin) before running out of processing power, which has been fine for two tracks. Of course you can bus to a single track for economy. I like the UAD plug ins, which there are a lot of.

What USB cable do I need for Apollo solo?

USB 3
Apollo Solo USB requires USB 3 ​Super Speed​cables and connectivity. A good rule of thumb is to use cable that are “USB IF Certified”. They are often labled “Super Speed” on the connectors.

Can you use UAD plugins without Apollo?

Unfortunately, no. UAD plugins are only processed by Apollo/UAD-2 DSP Accelerator inside of UAD devices.

Does Apollo twin come with autotune?

For More Advanced Features – Auto-Tune Realtime Advanced It has become a go-to vocal tool, both in the studio and on stage. And now Auto-Tune Realtime Advanced is included with any new Apollo Twin X Quad or Apollo X4 purchased between 11/14/2019 and 12/31/2019.

Which Apollo twin is best?

You should buy the Universal Audio Apollo Twin USB if you’re not using an Apple computer. Universal Audio works almost exclusively with Thunderbolt technology (and Apple), but they were nice enough to create ONE alternative. If you’re running Windows, your best option is the Apollo Twin USB.