Universal Audio Apollo Twin Solo MkII with Townsend Labs Sphere L22

Full Description

Universal Audio Arrow Thunderbolt

Overhauled Design

The Universal Audio Apollo Twin Solo MKII features a completely new design, with the next-generation Apollo A/D and D/A conversion revamped for improved dynamic range ultra-low THD. The Apollo Twin Solo MKII, Thunderbolt includes an on-board realtime UAD DSP Processor, giving you immense processing power when it comes to plug-ins, allowing you to add studio-grade effects to your inputs on the fly. The 2x6 Thunderbolt configuration delivers unparalleled accuracy and depth when it comes to your recordings, retaining the natural harmonic qualities while bringing out the best from your source material.

Unison Mic Preamp Emulation Technology

Apollo Twin Solo MKII’s Unison technology produces one of the most sought-after tones in the world, delivering the authentic analog warmth and sound normally reserved for tube and transformer-based microphone preamps. The attention to detail brings out the best from your recordings, utilising the signature impedance, gain staging and component-level circuit behaviours to deliver the best possible audio performance on the market. The Unison technology lets you record at near-zero latency through a range of preamp emulations such as the UA 610-B Tube Preamp (included). The result is an authentic analog sound unmatched by other audio interfaces.

Controls & Connectivity

The superior build quality and premium-grade components of the Twin Solo MKII’s audio interface makes it perfectly suited to any studio or home recording environment, with its compact design making it highly portable. The unit itself features 2 premium Unison mic/line preamps as well as 2 line outputs and a front-panel Hi-Z instrument input and headphone output. This wide range of connectivity means you can capture studio-grade recordings for both vocals and instruments, allowing you to capture and track all your inputs with ease.

Townsend Labs Sphere L22

Breakthrough Microphone Modeling Technology

Featuring a three-dimensional approach to recording, the Sphere L22 microphone captures all the spatial nuances, proximity effect and off-axis response for a wide range of microphones. Essentially, the vTownsend Labs Sphere L22 allows you to achieve a wide range of microphone sounds with just one single microphone. The Sphere L22 microphone is high precision dual channel microphone that captures the most sought-after large-diaphragm condenser microphone characteristics with high accuracy. Before and after tracking the Townsend Labs Sphere L22 offers a selection of different mics and patterns to choose from, ideal for gathering a range of different microphone sounds with just one mic.

Stereo Recording With a Single Microphone

Consisting of a dual channel L22 large diaphragm condenser microphone, the Sphere L22 delivers high quality sound. Custom designed for 3D modeling to capture the three-dimensional sound field, the Sphere L22 provides you with accurate microphone modeling and precise detail. For any recording in the studio or bedroom, the Sphere L22 microphone will provide you with high-quality, consistency and accuracy.

Dual Mic Models

Using the Sphere plug in you can use the dual mode which allows of mixing multiple virtual mic models from the one microphone. Edit this either before and after tracking as well, giving you choice to switch any time for a different sound. Create stereo recordings from just one microphone and even choose one mic for the left channel, and another for the right channel.

Features

Universal Audio Arrow with Townsend Labs Sphere L22

• Desktop 2x6 Thunderbolt audio interface for Mac and Windows with next-generation 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion
• Single UAD DSP Processor for optimal processing power and audio performance
• Unison™ technology offers stunning models of classic tube and transformer-based preamps, guitar amps, and stompboxes
• Built-in talkback mic for communication with studio talent and recording slate cues
• Improved monitor functionality including monitor remote functions and Mono, Mute, DIM, and ALT monitor controls
• 2 premium Unison mic/line preamps; 2 line outputs; front-panel Hi-Z instrument input and headphone output
• 2 digitally controlled analog monitor outputs for full resolution at all listening levels
• Up to 8 channels of additional digital input via Optical TOSLINK connection
• Includes Realtime Analog Classics UAD plug-in bundle, featuring Legacy versions of the LA-2A Classic Audio Leveler, 1176LN Limiting Amplifier, and Pultec EQP-1A Program Equalizer, plus Marshall Plexi Classic and Ampeg SVT-VR Classic, Raw Distortion, 610-B Tube Preamp & EQ, and more
• Runs UAD Powered Plug-Ins via VST, RTAS, & AAX 64 in all major DAWs
• Uncompromising analog design, superior components, and premium build quality

Townsend Labs Sphere L22

• Change mic type, polar pattern, and other microphone characteristics before and after recording
• Cutting-edge microphone modeling technology
• Three-dimensional modeling (3D polar response, transient response, proximity effect)
• Re-mic recorded tracks (select mic type, polar pattern, and all other DSP settings even after tracking)
• Adjustable proximity effect (leave mic in place while adjusting bass response due to proximity effect)
• Simultaneous mic models (lets you mix multiple virtual mic models from the same physical mic before or after tracking)
• Stereo recordings with one mic (even use different mic models on left and right channels)
• Off-axis correction (create more accurate polar patterns that can be used to reduce bleed, room coloration and feedback)