What are Apollo e1x and Apollo e2m?
Apollo e1x is a PoE (Power over Ethernet) Dante remote-controllable preamp, designed to add up to 16 assignable Unison-enabled microphone preamps to an Apollo x16D. Apollo e1x features Assistive Auto Gain and Unison preamp modeling with UAD-2 preamp plug-ins when connected to an Apollo x16D.
When used standalone without an Apollo x16D across a Dante network, Apollo e1x features remote-controllable gain and input conditioning functions such as 48V phantom power, pad, polarity inversion, and a low-cut filter, all of which are controlled by UAD Console.
Apollo e1x Specifications
- Analog input to Dante output latency is selectable in Dante Controller with 1 ms, 2 ms, or 5 ms options
- Selectable sample rates of 44.1, 48 kHz, 96 kHz
- AES67 compatible (48 kHz only)
- 4W of PoE power (3W typical)
- Dynamic Range: 120 dB
- THD+N: -115 dB
- Gain Range: 10 to 65 dB
Apollo e2m is a stereo PoE (Power over Ethernet) Dante personal monitoring station for use with Dante networks and devices.
Apollo e2m Specifications
- 7W of PoE power (5W typical)
- Analog input to Dante output latency is selectable in Dante Controller with 1ms, 2ms, or 5ms options
- Selectable sample rates of 44.1, 48 kHz, 96 kHz
- AES67 compatible (48 kHz only)
- Analog inputs:
- Dynamic Range: 120 dB
- THD+N: -115 dB
- Analog outputs:
- Dynamic Range: 120 dB
- THD+N: -112 dB (Headphones)
- THD+N: -109 dB (Line outs)
What is Dante?
Dante is an AOIP (Audio over IP) protocol that transmits digital audio over Ethernet between Dante-enabled devices such as Apollo x16D, Apollo e2m, and Apollo e1x. Audio on a Dante network is routed using the Dante Controller application. For a basic overview, visit this UA Blog.
For a more detailed guide to planning a Dante Network, visit our Dante Network Switch and Cable Information guide.
What is PoE?
PoE (Power over Ethernet) compatible network switches can provide power directly to devices over an Ethernet cable, eliminating the need for separate power supplies.
How do you use Apollo e1x?
When paired with an Apollo x16D, Apollo e1x functions as a Unison-enabled mic/line preamp, supporting the entire collection of UAD-2 Unison preamp plug-ins. The entire library of UAD-2 plug-ins can also be used to process Apollo e1x signals using Apollo x16D inserts in UAD Console.
When connected to a Dante network but used standalone without an Apollo x16D, Apollo e1x functions as a transparent remote-controllable mic/line preamp that is controlled by the UAD Console app.
How do you use Apollo e2m?
Apollo e2m is a stereo PoE powered personal monitoring station interoperable with any Dante network. When used with an Apollo x16D, use the Mirror to Cue feed option in UAD Console to mirror headphone mixes to Dante outputs of Apollo x16D, which can then be routed to Apollo e2m via Dante Controller.
If you have any other Dante-enabled device, such as a digital console or audio interface, you can route to Apollo e2m using Dante Controller when these devices are on a Dante Network.
Can I combine multiple Apollo e1x preamps?
Yes, you can use up to 16 Apollo e1x preamps with Apollo x16D, or up to 64 Apollo e1x preamps with four Apollo x16Ds in a multi-unit configuration. Each Apollo e1x includes a convenient coupling bracket to conjoin multiple units -– with a maximum of eight units across seven bracket pairs possible -– allowing for adequate thermal heat dissipation in an equivalent 1RU space.
How do I mount Apollo e1x and Apollo e2m?
Both units have a standard 5/8" microphone thread on the bottom so they can be mounted to any standard microphone stand or clamp.
What I/O is available on Apollo e1x?
Apollo e1x features one analog preamp input for mic or line sources. The input has a balanced 1/4“ XLR combo jack, and TRS or TS cables can be used. Although Apollo e1x does not have a Hi-Z instrument input, you can plug the output of any active or passive DI box with a Hi-Z input into Apollo e1x.
To use UAD-2 Unison preamp plug-ins, you'll need an Apollo x16D. When used standalone across a Dante network without an Apollo x16D, Apollo e1x features remote-controllable gain and input conditioning functions such as 48V phantom power, -20 dB pad, polarity inversion, and a low-cut filter.
What I/O is available on Apollo e2m?
Apollo e2m features a pair of 1/4" line outputs, plus 1/4" (6.35 mm) and 1/8" (3.5 mm) stereo headphone outputs. There is also a pair of analog 1/4" line inputs to Dante output for a convenient networked audio return point –– ideal for accepting stereo keyboards, UAFX amp emulators, external analog gear, and playback devices to transmit across your Dante network.
The stereo Dante inputs are routed to all analog output pairs. The level of all outputs is adjusted simultaneously with the monitor knob. The line and headphone outputs have independent mute switches. All line jacks can accept 1/4" TRS or TS connections.
Can Apollo e1x or Apollo e2m be used without an Apollo x16D?
Yes. While Apollo e1x can be used standalone over Dante with UAD Console to control gain and input conditioning, it is not possible to use UAD-2 Unison preamp plug-ins without an Apollo x16D.
Apollo e2m can be used on any Dante Network with Dante Controller.
What is the latency of Apollo e1x / e2m?
The latency (Analog input to Dante) is selectable in Dante Controller with 1ms, 2ms, or 5ms options.