UA brings acclaimed Unison preamps, personal monitoring and UAD plug-ins from studio to stage with new Dante-networked Apollo E-Series peripherals
SCOTTS VALLEY, CA • June 10, 2025 — Universal Audio Inc. (UA), a worldwide leader in audio production tools, is proud to announce that the highly anticipated Apollo E Series, including the Apollo e1x Remote-controllable Unison™ Preamp and Apollo e2m Stereo Headphone Amplifier and Line Interface, are now shipping and available to customers worldwide.
First announced in March 2025, the Apollo E Series expands the capabilities of Dante-networked audio systems and the Apollo x16D audio interface, allowing engineers to seamlessly integrate UnisonTM preamp emulation, personal monitoring and UAD plug-in processing into live sound, broadcast, and networked studio environments.
Both Apollo E Series devices are designed for convenient mic stand mounting, and are compatible with any Dante audio system, serving as sleek network “endpoints” that utilize Power over Ethernet (PoE) for streamlined setup and operation.
Apollo e1x Remote-controllable Unison™ Preamp — $399 MAP USD
Apollo e1x adds remote-controllable Unison™ mic/line preamps to Apollo x16D interfaces, putting legendary sounds from API, Neve, Manley, SSL, and more on stage, at front-of-house, or in multi-room studio using Dante networked audio.
Key Benefits:
- Expand any Dante network with remote-controlled mic/line preamps using Power over Ethernet (PoE)
- Combine with Apollo x16D interface to get the authentic Unison™ mic preamp sounds of API, Avalon, Manley, Neve, SSL, and more
- Link multiple Apollo e1x units with included coupling bracket and integrated mic-stand mount
- Pair with Apollo e2m stereo headphone amplifier / line interface and Apollo x16D for a complete I/O solution
Apollo e2m Stereo Headphone Amp and Line Interface — $499 MAP USD
Apollo e2m is the perfect companion to the Apollo x16D interface, and a sleek “endpoint” on any Dante audio network. This networked personal monitor station lets users easily connect headphones, IEMs, powered monitors or wedges, as well as external outboard gear, analog mic preamps, synths, drum machines, and playback devices — anywhere needed.
Key Benefits:
- Add personal monitor control with headphone amplifier and line I/O to Dante audio networks
- Easily connect external analog gear, synths, drum machines, amp emulators, and playback devices with e2m’s built-in stereo line inputs
- Use Power over Ethernet (PoE) and built in mic-stand mount to place Apollo e2m anywhere monitoring is needed
- Pair with Apollo e1x remote-controllable Unison™ preamps and Apollo x16D for a complete I/O solution on Dante networks
Learn more about Apollo E Series:
https://www.uaudio.com/products/apollo-e1x
https://www.uaudio.com/products/apollo-e2m
Learn more about Apollo Networked Audio:
https://www.uaudio.com/blogs/ua/apollo-networked-audio
Learn more about Apollo x16D Thunderbolt Audio Interface with Dante®:
https://www.uaudio.com/products/apollo-x16d
Download images and press materials:
https://u.audio/apollo-networked-audio-now-shipping-pr
About Universal Audio Inc.
Universal Audio (UA) is a pioneer in audio and music production tools, with a rich 60-year history of craftsmanship and innovation. UA today enables millions of audio and music creators worldwide, with industry-standard Apollo and Volt recording interfaces, UAD plug-ins, UAFX pedals, advanced audio machine learning, LUNA recording suite, and UA Custom Shop hardware. UA is headquartered in Scotts Valley, California, with passionate employees worldwide — united by our goal of “Inspiring Sound for Generations.”
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