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5-year warranty & 30-day money-back guarantee included
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
10-year warranty & 180-day money-back guarantee included
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
The product price includes 5 years' warranty and 30 day money back guarantee.
However, the Gear4music extended warranty scheme provides an enhanced service, and is designed to offer a higher level of protection than many 'free' warranties offered by some retailers and manufacturers.
The highlights of this enhanced warranty service are:
Please note that this extended warranty is currently only available on products sold within the UK, EU or EEA, and is subject to the terms and conditions as detailed on the extended warranty certificate provided.
For customers in outlying areas of the country, the price of the Extended Warranty may be marginally higher, due to the potential for higher collection and redelivery transport costs.
This enhanced warranty is in addition to the standard Gear4music and manufacturer warranty policies, and the Gear4music terms and conditions of trade. No statement or condition of sale contained within these terms affects or restricts your statutory rights as defined under the Consumer Contracts Regulation 2014.
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Key Features
The Universal Audio Apollo x8p Gen 2 Essential+ Edition is perfect for home studio producers seeking professional-level sound quality and flexibility. Featuring elite-class 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion, it captures pristine details in every recording. The x8p expands on the x8's design, with double the amount of Unison mic preamp as well as replacing the eight line inputs with DB-25 I/O connectivity.
Product Ref: 312356
To celebrate Black Friday, Universal Audio are giving customers a chance to claim 13 powerful plugins – absolutely free when you purchase this interface and register it with UA. The plugin bundle includes recently released plugins including the Dream ’65 Reverb Amp, Verve Analog Machines, the LA-6176 Signature Channel Strip, and Auto-Gain-enabled Unison preamps from Neve and AP. The full list of plugins includes:
Apollo Monitor Correction, powered by Sonarworks®, ensures you hear your recordings with complete accuracy. By pairing this technology with UA's highest-resolution D/A converters, it delivers pristine sound through both monitors and headphones. It adjusts for tonal inconsistencies in your listening environment, so your final mix or master stays consistent across different playback systems. With Apollo Monitor Correction, you can trust that every detail of your audio is clear and reliable, leaving no room for surprises in your finished project.
Please Note: Coming Q4 2024, this interface requires Apollo Monitor Correction Add-on and SoundID Reference licenses to use the Apollo Monitor Correction technology, available from sonarworks.com. For full compatibility information refer to help.uaudio.com
Universal Audio’s UAD Console app gives you complete control over your audio workflow. This intuitive digital mixer lets you route inputs, set up cue mixes, and manage plug-in scenes with ease. Features like Auto-Gain streamline your recording process, ensuring you never miss the right levels. The app also integrates immersive audio monitoring, Bass Management for adding a subwoofer, and alternate speaker switching for quick A/B comparisons during mixdown. For those working in both small and expanding studios, the UAD Console app ensures that you can tailor your setup to fit your production style, helping you stay creative and efficient throughout the session.
The Apollo x8p Gen 2 delivers some of the clearest, most accurate audio conversion in its class. With elite 24-bit / 192 kHz resolution and enhanced D/A converters, your recordings and mixes benefit from astonishingly low distortion and an incredible 130 dB dynamic range. This means you can capture every nuance of your performance or session with crystal-clear detail. Whether you’re recording, mixing, or mastering, the Apollo x8p ensures professional-grade results every time.
Thanks to its eight Unison mic preamps, the Apollo x8p allows you to track in real time through accurate emulations of iconic gear like Neve, Manley, API, and Fender. This technology replicates the character of classic analog preamps, including their impedance and gain stage behaviours, so you can add authentic warmth and colour to your recordings. For guitarists, the Hi-Z inputs let you plug in directly and get instant access to vintage amp sounds, ensuring your instruments sound as good as your vocals.
With HEXA Core DSP, the Apollo x8p powers over 200 UAD plug-ins, allowing you to record and mix in real time without taxing your computer. From classic compressors and EQs like the LA-2A and Pultec, to modern favourites like the Distressor, you’ll have access to a vast range of tools straight out of the box. The Essentials+ Edition comes with over 50 plug-ins, giving you everything you need to craft polished, professional productions. With support for all major DAWs, you can easily integrate this powerful processing into any setup.
