Universal Audio Apollo 8 Quad Thunderbolt Review

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Universal Audio Apollo 8 Quad Thunderbolt Review! Thanks Universal for Releasing the Apollo X Thunderbolt just as I was uploading my Apollo 8 Quad Review, lol. Beautiful interface btw!
My Studio Equipment List:
Audio Interfaces:
Universal Audio Apollo 8 Quad: amzn.to/2pC6h7c
Apogee Duet Firewire: amzn.to/2pRsRYM
Universal Audio Satellite: amzn.to/2on1qWt
Microphone & accessories:
Neumann U87ai: amzn.to/2pgiHEy
Rode NTK: amzn.to/2oOsDCc
AKG D88s: amzn.to/2pBS0u2
SE Electronic Sound Reflection: amzn.to/2oVzLPz
The Ultimate Support MC-125: amzn.to/2pz67jQ
Onstage MS7700B: amzn.to/2oK5CSy
Headphones:
Sony MDR-7506: amzn.to/2oseIQu
AKG K240: amzn.to/2oVxUKl
Computers & Storage:
iMac i7, 21.5 inch, 3.1 GHz, 16 GB Ram, 1TB storage: amzn.to/2pC1bYk
MacBook Pro 15 inch: amzn.to/2osjpd4
2x Glyph Studio Hard Drives: amzn.to/2oVt9R9
WD My Book: amzn.to/2pS2qC9
Workstations & Controllers:
2x Motif XF6: amzn.to/2pgnfuF
MPC Renaissance: amzn.to/2o3Nepd
Presonus FaderPort: amzn.to/2oVzYCe
Monitors:
KRK Rokit 8: amzn.to/2pBOcZv
Yamaha NS-10m: (DISCONTINUED SEARCH EBAY)
Senal ASM-5: amzn.to/2oLIDXk
Additional Instruments:
Pearl Rode Show Drum Set: amzn.to/2oVrviy
Software/D.A.W.
Avid Pro Tools 10, 11, 12: amzn.to/2pgpFtd
Logic Pro X: www.apple.com/logic-pro/
Studio Desk/Chairs
Serta Bonded Leather Executive Chair: amzn.to/2qBiusV
Studio Trends 46 in. Studio Desk: amzn.to/2qBxgQ8
What I Film With
Cameras:
Canon EOS Rebel T3i: amzn.to/2qB4WRW
Panasonic Lumix GH2: amzn.to/2qB6hsk
Sony A5100: amzn.to/2rpdk6C
Canon Vixia Min X: amzn.to/2seMz2K
Lens:
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM: amzn.to/2rp8vKx
Canon Canon EF 28-90mm F/4-5.6: amzn.to/2qAUU3o
PANASONIC LUMIX G VARIO LENS, 14-140MM: amzn.to/2rFdB6e
Lights:
Diva Ring Light Super Nova 18": amzn.to/2rp5XvW
Fancierstudio 2400 Watt Professional Lighting Kit: amzn.to/2rV76vU
Stands:
Manfrotto MVKBFR-LIVEUS: amzn.to/2roZAsp
ProAm USA DVC210 DSLR Video Camera Jib Crane Tilt Kit: amzn.to/2qBuZEA
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@archiebeatz 5 лет назад

The Universal Audio Apollo 8 Quad Thunderbolt has been one the most organic and help tools I've ever invested in. Here's all my home studio gear and other equipment suggestion to make great music in your home studio! -- > www.amazon.com/shop/archiebeatz

@TwoThuggaTune 5 лет назад

what if i wanted to pair an SSL XL Desk With ALL of these Apollos how hard will that be I'm looking into making this purchase

@archiebeatz 5 лет назад

I actually wouldn't be that difficult. It's about having the right cables and are you going to be doing any Analog summing. I actually love the hybrid mixing and recording technique. Keep in mind the SSL XL desk is essentially a console made out of preamps. I love it, lol.

@TwoThuggaTune 5 лет назад

DOPE topic but im try to make that investment very sooon

@t3reeproduction314 5 лет назад

Great production man them songs sound so polished!!

@archiebeatz 5 лет назад

bangnt 3 Thank you! I really appreciate it.

@truevision.studios 5 лет назад

Excellent video quality! Keep it up! I'm subscribed after this video.

@wallace_nelson 2 года назад

Had to go back and check out some of the older videos. Great Song AB..

@Truelight0 5 лет назад

Thanks for this beautiful review your music production sounds great!!!!

@archiebeatz 5 лет назад

Ner de Leon thank you so much!!

@Daviddosi 4 года назад

im so tempted on pulling the trigger and switching my apogee quartet to the new apollo x Duo!

@archiebeatz 4 года назад

What's up David? I totally understand. I would be lost without my Apollos lol.

@jamescave7102 5 лет назад

Man ! The song sound clean. You got to show us how to mix like that. Do something Archie Beatz, do something for us.

@archiebeatz 5 лет назад

Thank you so much. I will in the coming weeks.

@SuperDFAMILY 5 лет назад

Yes I'm gonna stick with the black also. And my iMac is thunderbolt 2 not paying for a converter cable. I think some up grades are getting to the point if it ain't broke don't fix it. This was a great video AB. I learned a lot. Thanks man.

@archiebeatz 5 лет назад

You are absolutely correct but sometimes we get the "Gear Head" itch and just buy things because it's cool. I'm more of "If it aint broke, don't fix it" kind of guy. But I've been a victim of gear head sickness as well, lol.

@JWithTheSwag 5 лет назад

I'm still rocking out with the firewire quad. I was curious for the past 2 days on what they had in store for the X promotion. It looks like a great product overall, but I'll hold off on upgrading for now. I just added an M-Audio Octane Preamp for more inputs. It's a nice addition! Either way, I know you're enjoying that AP8.

@archiebeatz 5 лет назад

The firewire is great. They just dropped one on us man, lol.. I feel like my 8 isn't broken in yet. It does look great but I think I'm going to sit still for now as well. Thanks for commenting bro.

@rasm7591 5 лет назад

🔥 Feeling both songs. Big tingz a gwaan!!!

@TwoThuggaTune 5 лет назад

this video is dope big bro

@archiebeatz 5 лет назад

Thanks man. I really appreciate it.

@elvagabundovatti 5 лет назад

Dope video! Thanks for this. Does it work good with your Macbook as well?

@atcordice 5 лет назад

you got the vocal track tight.. respect bro

@archiebeatz 5 лет назад

Thanks Andre. I love the technical art form of this man. Thanks for commenting!

@DJ_PROMO_PR 5 лет назад

Tracks were dope. Not that you need it, but good luck in all your projects.

@archiebeatz 5 лет назад

Thanks Dj Promo! I need all the support I can get from my subscribers. Thank you!

@edwinperez8640 5 лет назад

Sorry for the dumb question. I just need to record my vocals, does the Apollo twin has the same quality, I mean recording more clear and all that stuff?

@produceryoungsuccess471 3 года назад

Nice

@beag8396 5 лет назад

wow. she sounds so good and so do you 😍

@archiebeatz 5 лет назад

Thank you :)

@Mrk7 5 лет назад

Awesome tracks AB! Would it be wise to upgrade to an apollo from an audient id14 if you're mixing and making beats itb?

@archiebeatz 5 лет назад

I would. I'm such a fan of UA's one stop shop with incredible preamps, conversion and overall quality.

@Mrk7 5 лет назад

@@archiebeatz awesome thanks ab!

@gotoangel2812 5 лет назад

🔥

@archiebeatz 5 лет назад

Thank you!

@NICKCLAYTONFILMS 4 года назад

I have the Apollo 8 and a MPC x, but when i connect it to the Apollo 8 the sound quality is horrible compared to when I explode the tracks directly from the MPC and load them into my DAW. I want to be able to just play directly into my DAW with out having to explode the drum patterns every time, any tips to make the quality better?

@brightonvocallessons Год назад

I know this is an old video but can I just ask - how would you change the input gain for inputs 5-8 if you had to use the software? (I was thinking of buying this exact Apollo but some of the channel indicator lights on the front panel of the unit don't work)

@nateb.6050 7 месяцев назад

Question should you stack the Apollo interface or leave space

@martinhousemuse 5 лет назад

Archie, So, I have an Apollo 8, and I am beginning to contemplate the value of moving over to the 16 before I really get started. Would you agree that either a cascade of two 8's or a 16 would be a base for recording a full band?

@archiebeatz 5 лет назад

martinhousemuse that’s awesome. I would do 2 8s due to the connectivity for the instruments if you are doing a full band.

@martinhousemuse 5 лет назад

@@archiebeatz And 2 8's would give me equal sound quality as a 16?

@SuperDFAMILY 5 лет назад

Hey AB they just came out with a newer version today. But it's grey.

@archiebeatz 5 лет назад

Yeah that's what I just stated in the description, lol. Just when I hit the upload button, I saw the announcement, lol. smh. We are good though, I'm going to sit this one out because the apollo 8 is perfect for now, lol.

@TheRTM 5 лет назад

Great video 👍 What software are you using for your motion graphics?

@archiebeatz 5 лет назад

I used final cut pro x with majority of Pixel Film Studio plugins

@johnallen6787 5 лет назад

Wondering if you know about the Universal Audio Apollo X6 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface, I'm considering getting it for the 6 core processing power, I plan to integrate it with my Apollo Twin SOLO as I'll use the SOLO more so as a monitor controller with an additional core processor which will give me up to 7. My question is if I purchase the Universal Audio Apollo X6 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface, will it give me more headroom in my mix in the box? With the Twin I have to damn near peek my drums just to get it to knock. I'm using the Renaissance MPC software, I plan on mixing out of the box then finalizing in the box in Protools 2018 for my final mixes. But prior to the out off the box process I need the drums / 808, & bass to hit much harder. The console I will purchase is the Behringer X32 Digital Mixer (32-Channel). This console will be used separate from the Apollo X6 as the engine in protools. Thanks !

@archiebeatz 5 лет назад

What's up John? I see. Well, I just ordered the Apollo X8p. Once I get it, I will be able to tell you and everyone else a lot more about it. I'm going to cascading it with my Apollo 8 Quad and see how it works out. As far as headroom, I will be able to see if it gives you more or not. A lot of time things are advertised but no close to what they say. With that being said, Universal Audio is honest 100% of the time but I still have to see for myself.

@johnallen6787 5 лет назад

That's what's up . . definitely appreciate it . . I have your new jawns [new videos] set for notifications . . I'll keep an eye out bro !

@johnallen6787 5 лет назад

Lil Peeper let’s battle my nigga .. I’ll bust ya ass bro Www.soundcloud/TufflonRecords Y’all young ass wholes have no clue what music is bro. I’m currently in school getting my BA in Audio Engineering. Archie knows what I’m getting at regarding the levels being pushed through interfaces. Since you wanna be so fucking dumb and intrusive??? I found the answer on my own that supports frequencies prior to going through the interface and that’s bouncing down tracks after mixing in the box then mix out of the box and utilize Mastering techniques. So I’m no longer on interfaces lol nigga .. I’m on consoles and analog gear. Fuck plugins for final mixes. Let’s here your bull shit tracks tho? Ps. My SoundCloud is dated like a mother fucker. I got mad heat bro but I’ll keep that shit cuffed unless you’re worth my fucking time. **My Bad Archie.

@FTF96 3 года назад

Never known someone highlight a power switch as a feature before lol

@archiebeatz 3 года назад

lol. It counts especially when you have front port access, lol.

@gotoangel2812 5 лет назад

What happened to your old monitors??

@archiebeatz 5 лет назад

They are in the corner, lol. I'm using them for the extra room we are currently have under construction. I'm slowly changing my monitors right now as well. Just got the A7x today.

@icecreaman2010 4 года назад

wonder how it sounds compared to a lynx aurora converter.

@archiebeatz 4 года назад

The Lynx Aurora converters are amazing and the Apollo is pretty comparable. If it's just the A/D & D/A converter you are going for, I would say get the Lynx. But if you want an all around DSP & Converter center piece, I would recommended the apollo.

@icecreaman2010 4 года назад

@@archiebeatz What about the Lynx Aurora and the UAD 2 satellite thunderbolt 3 combination?

@RodneyD 5 лет назад

Yeah bro. I love my Apollo 8 and 2 quad uad 2 satellites. BUT THE APOLLO X8 just dropped. It has 6 dsp chips!! It has better conversion. I’ll be selling my Apollo 8 and getting the new Apollo x8 LIKE NOW!

@archiebeatz 5 лет назад

Hahahahaha, go for it. I may grab 2 of the 6 core next year but I'm smooth sailing for now. Let me know what you think when you get it Rodney! Thanks for commenting brother.

@RodneyD 5 лет назад

Archie Beatz No doubt. I probably post my review on RU-vid. You did a great job fam.

@beedslolkuntus2070 4 года назад

So this is actually a rack Emulator. Right? For old equipment..... I wish these all plugins were available for some major mixers like Yamaha Rivage PM10

@archiebeatz 4 года назад

It has an emulator protocol to it but it's more of an audio interface with it's own processing for the plugins to relieve your CPU of processing. Yeah, I'm waiting on them to release a Universal Audio console with the same capabilities. Thank you so much for commenting Cio.

@beedslolkuntus2070 4 года назад

@@archiebeatz Oh thanks for answering. Thanks xD

@salahfree3264 5 лет назад

What about Apollo arrow interface thank you 😉

@archiebeatz 5 лет назад

Salah Free the Arrow is great and perfect for someone who is going to be utilizing one microphone at a time 🙌🏽

@salahfree3264 5 лет назад

@@archiebeatz much love for you bro

@TwoThuggaTune 5 лет назад

why do big studios use two or three apollo together

@archiebeatz 5 лет назад

B.H.B Mafia They are cascading them with the thunderbolt ports to have extra channels. 2 Apollo 16s give them 32 channels of preamps. Also, DSP can be cascaded as well. If you have 2 Quad units, it gives you 8 DSP processors. I hope this helps!

@TwoThuggaTune 5 лет назад

so what if i had an API lunchbox What all would i need to chain them together

@archiebeatz 5 лет назад

B.H.B Mafia the Apollo has unison pre bypass mode to where you can use external preamps like API, Manley, SSL, Neve and everything else! It’s a cool device 🙌🏽

@TwoThuggaTune 5 лет назад

Thanks bro ill make sure to use the link you gave us

@oneplus113T 5 лет назад

Hello sir!! Please please please reply me , I'm a singer Songwriter I have a lot of my original songs but I'm not a producer and I always want people to see my music , would you please guide me what should I do?? Sir you are my hope please say something

@archiebeatz 5 лет назад

Hey Shreshth! That's great you are a singer/songwriter. I would suggest that you record some snippets of what you can do and network with producers. If the talent is there, they will be interested (the right ones for you anyway). The other route is that you learn to produce yourself and put your own music out for the world to experience. I hope this helps and thanks for commenting!

@oneplus113T 5 лет назад

@@archiebeatz the producers don't wanna work with you until and unless you are famous or very rich and most of the times they don't even wanna look at your stuff