How to Set up and Record with Apollo Audio Interfaces, Console, & LUNA
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 29 ก.ย. 2024
- Learn how to easily set up and capture record-ready sounds with Apollo, Console software, and LUNA Recording System.
In this demo, award-winning producer and engineer Fab Dupont (Shakira, Santigold, Jennifer Lopez) shows singer/songwriter Michelle Willis how to seamlessly integrate the Apollo Twin X into her workflow.
From I/O, to realtime UAD Plug-Ins, to Unison, learn how to optimize your signal flow for recording perfect vocals and instruments at near-zero latency. Also, learn how to save your Console and plug-in settings for use in any DAW of choice, or how to mirror your exact setup in LUNA.
☞ Gear Used:
Apollo Twin X: www.uaudio.com...
UAD EP-43 Tape Echo: www.uaudio.com...
UAD UA 1176LN Legacy (free with all Apollos)
UAD Helios Type 69 Preamp & EQ: www.uaudio.com...
UAD Teletronix LA-3A Audio Leveler: www.uaudio.com...
UAD Precision De-Esser: www.uaudio.com...
UAD Oxide Tape Recorder: www.uaudio.com...
UAD API Vision Channel Strip: www.uaudio.com...
UAD Capitol Chambers: www.uaudio.com...
Shape (free with LUNA)
♫ Song Info ♫
“Green Grey”
Michelle Willis - orcd.co/juston...
Canadian singer-songwriter Michelle Willis has been a session musician for the likes of David Crosby, Zac Brown Band and Iggy & the Stooges. Michelle and Fab Dupont co-produced her sophomore record, ‘Just One Voice,’ out April 8th, 2022 on GroundUP Music.
Watch more tutorials from Fab Dupont at www.puremix.net/
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More like this please. I feel like there is so much more under the hood of the Apollo that can be learned.
So, if a guitarist wanted to use say Helix Native with low latency monitoring - would that go in console (or is that UA only) - or does it work in Luna - or does it matter for non UA plugins?
How do I connect it to my Logic Pro ?
Horrible customer service!
Amazing video ! Very instructive. Nice to se Fab back BTW
Fab is such a great teacher. Is there an in depth, step by step Luna course available? Long time Logic user here but I'm seriously interested in Luna. Oh and btw... Michelle is awesome. Love her music!!
❤️🙏
I was hoping to find an answer to getting a Step by Step LUNA course. Argggh.
@@oluwaseyigrey7683 Steve Kinney has some great videos here that show a lot of the how-to recording/mixing functions of UA and Luna, both basic and advanced. Start there. UAD also released a numbered series on Apollo & UAD devices. I started with #1 & kept watching until I could make some basic recordings. All available on youtube
@@kentdemonbreun6047 Thank you. 'Will do. I'm just super used to the Logic interface. Hence, when I open LUNA, I do seem pretty lost.
I'll watch 'em videos though. Thanks again.
@@oluwaseyigrey7683 best of luck my friend. The interface is very different, and definitely a learning curve involved, but it is a very well thought out & really robust system. I have stopped using everything else but Luna for all my mixes going forward. Some days its a challenge, but I have gotten some really great mixes so far
So informative for a new Apollo owner. Also, I have to say that their chemistry makes this educational video very enjoyable!
Wait a minute when you say Luna Apollo and console are all one. What’s the benefit over logic? You’re making it sound like I shouldn’t use logic and now I gotta switch and use Luna which I don’t feel like switching daws learning and downloading and spending hours screwing around. I’m already in logic. Can logic be one with console and Apollo the way Luna can? I see it’s similar but still.
More like this. Fabtastic and inspiring for people like me who have the gear, but are stuck trying to get ourselves to actually start recording.
im scared to buy a interface Apollo its like u have to go to school to know how to use it if I can't get it u loose 1000 $ shits hard
unfortunately it is and stays a cryptic software. A real pitty
Fantastic explanation of how the UA hardware and software work. Straight forward, easy to understand, and incredibly well presented. One of the best tutorials on ANYTHING I've seen in a long time. Thanks!
Love it. Plenty of humour and learning in this one. 22:15
Michelle, "Danger Express.."
Fab, "That's what they call me in high school."
I have to say Fab is an amazing teacher🙌🏾. He has has such a great way of explaining things really well in a simplistic and easy to digest way. Thank you. This video has been a great help.
I wish there was a step by step course taught by him. I'd buy it right now!
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she has no idea what you are talking about just like me
She is amazing...im on Luna for 3 months now...love it
how many track does luna have and is is better than pro tools?
“That’s not true” 😂😂😂
Great video!
1. Have a lot of $
This guy really makes me proud of buying and using my twin x and Luna
Great video. Beautiful song and performance at the end too!
🙏❤️ Thanks!
this video is long overdue. I eventually figured much of this out through a ton of different articles and videos. thanks UA. switching to the X4 was the most valuable upgrade for my projects.
i‘m sorry but the sound of the sm7b is just not for me - it sounds so chirpy and hissy
Amazing! I record my vocals with an Apollo Twin + SM7B Mic. Are you using something like a cloud lifter for this? I don't and have never had problems recording without it, but I am wondering if I could get more out of the pre-amp (I am mostly using the UAD Neve 1084) if I would use a cloud lifter or something similar?
Great tennis tutorial Roger Federer 😂
this is so confusing
Great music! I love my Apollo Twin X as a versatile interface, but I highly recommend adding a good external microphone pre (Neve, Great River, Daking, etc) if possible -- esp. for pop and rock recording. The difference is striking.
The hardware or software?
but how can you add external pre..the line inputs is a combo jack and it does not bybass the preamp in real terms..i have apollo twin mkii..and i am also looking to buy an external pre..please suggest how to do it..cant find the videos..
@@joohad Hardware. I use a Great River MP-2NV as the front end.
@@amonchhetri1053 The line input passes through the Apollo’s preamp, so while not a perfect straight wire, when set to zero (+10dB) the internal preamp’s affect on the signal is arguably minimal (input THD at -114dB). In practice, the sound and transient response of my external preamp are very much evident.
@@tanukibrahmayou can run from the pre into the Apollo, yes?
That song is really really nice! Beautiful voice too! And the video is very interesting. Well done, guys!
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nice throw back video to the original apollo twin promo video! i feel like this is a reset for UAD! I'm excited for the future..
Fab at-a-boy! UA forever Guys!) Peace!
Oh Jeez! I deleted LUNA. I didn't realize the LUNA and Console interfaced with each other..? Good information.
Lovely video, and beautiful performance at the end! 😊♥️
Thank you! You should check out the studio version from Just One Voice 🙏
So here is where I wonder about the whole spark native thing and all the buzz about using interfaces other than Apollo, how can the plugs compare without the hardware
I’m good with my Apollo X and my new X6
If ones uses the plugins only for mixing, the spark thing can suffice, but if you love to record with unison, you will always need an apollo. What spark may make obsolete are the expansion dsp boxes.
I use rack Apollos, but there are lots of different interfaces up and down the food chain that are useful for different reasons. Maybe you want an interface with (arguably) better converters than Apollo, like a Lynx Aurora(n). Or maybe you already own a small portable unit like an M-Track for using soft synths with a laptop at gigs. Or you're sketching song ideas at a friends place without the larger gear. They're smaller and cheaper than an Apollo Twin-and they have MIDI. But without the UADx versions, no Apollo was a no-go in these situations. I'd happily use UADx in these settings because tracking a vocal with just a scooch of 1176 sounds better than nothing.
LUNA is very limited. It’s not a professional DAW.
why does Apollo switch between programs? I would like to hear myself with FL Studio Vocal Chain on TH-cam! how do I do that
I think it absolutely sucks that there is no Windows version of LUNA!!!
Great video, thanks. BTW where can I buy beautiful session desk you have? Thank you for info
Good morning ! I recently purchased an Apollo Twin x Duo, very nice. I wanted to ask if it is possible to record a stereo reverb from the console window to any DAW. if I put it in insert it records in mono, if I put it in aux it cannot be recorded. Am I doing something wrong? A thousand thanks . great !!!!!
I feel like you shouldn’t be recording at levels comparable to completely mixed/mastered tracks from Spotify?
Hey, thank's for Video. Which microphone was used to make this recording?
Hi, thanks! Luna for Windows? We will be happy if
This is by far one of the best videos I've seen so far on the subject!
Finally an updated video
Great tutorial video! And.... I love how the mic also picked up the very light sound of his fingers on the MIDI-keyboard, playing the synth parts... You can hear the rhythmical timbre very light in the recording 🙂
Martin Daniel Clark Timothy Lewis Karen
Amazing! Thanks for updating from previous video. I love LUNA it’s my go to DAW now 🔥🔥
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its mindboggeling that that thing is so great and expansive and they haver to use a headphone splitter audio adepter for the Twin. Put 2 fkn headphone aoutputs on there, recording someone is ass with an adapter cause it cuts the volume for both listeners in half.
This was such an in depth review and a very powerful performance!
👍🏻
Did she use a cloudlifter on those SM7B, or there's no need?
Add this to the list of things that never happened ever to anybody in the universe:
Open Luna, boom its open.
Excellent video. When is Luna going to release on Windows?
Awesome singer, wurlyplayer and songwriter. ✌🏼
Estoy esperando LUNA para Windows por favor amo a universal audio son lo máximo
I would be all over the Apollo twin x if only it had 2 or more headphone outs.
This helped so much! Great video!
I love this. You two are terrific together. Fab is a great teacher, and Michelle you are amazing to listen to. UA...any word on LUNA for Windows Apollo TWIN USB yet?
why not make Luna for PC as well?
Greetings . What kind of speakers are those ?
she got a great voice🔥🔥
🙏❤️ Green Grey has an official music video you can check out too!
Good work Fab !!!!! To the point Frenchy:)
Do all of the plugins shown in this video come standard?
No. To see what comes with each Apollo, see here: help.uaudio.com/hc/en-us/articles/209535566-UAD-2-Apollo-Plug-In-Bundles-Explained
Is a mid 2011 iMac powerful enough for the apollo twin x duo sessions with protools?
The issue will likely be the OS. In order to use Twin X, you need to be running at least UAD 9.10. The OS would need to be at least Sierra. But then you'd also be stuck with whatever older version of PT that will run on that. So it's a dicey setup for sure. Good luck!
@@UniversalAudio will i need an older thunderbolt cable or will the one that comes with the apollo twin x duo work fine with this mid 2011 imac? I'm running High Sierra os.
Twin X is TB3, so you'll need Apple's TB2-3 adaptor and a TB2 cable.
you didn't show how to connect or download luna.
wow ,i love it
Thanks for the video! Couple of things. Firstly, what’s the DSP % on the Twin running at with all the plugins running, I’m surprised a Twin could do that. Secondly, I would favour turning low latency monitoring and input monitoring off when recording when all the plugins are in the Apollo. You only need low latency switched on in the DAW if using any plugins on the computer at the time of recording. So, input monitoring off, not low latency monitoring on, in that case. Thanks again.
Yeah Twin QUAD is powerful!! Direct monitoring from Console is the lowest latency.
Damn y'all killin' it with these vids. The Apollo FB group really needs to watch this haha
👍🏻
How did you connect the keyboard
Feature Request: Would love to see a native accurate VU Meter by UAD for Console and Luna so we can gain stage precisely.
This.
Very informative video! What is the midi keyboard that Fab is using?
I believe is CME Xkey Air 37
I've spent the last few hours trying register my Apollo x4 but when I switch it on, no lights come on the unit, the green light is on the power connection. Your support page doesn't have any answers and I can't find an online tutorial that addresses the issue. I know my thunderbolt cable is good because my Dread 65 & Ruby connect with it.
Also, I have successfully downloaded the Console, UAD Meter, and Luna applications
Yes!! More Fab!!
Great video! Very informative and entertaining. Michelle is simply AWESOME!!
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Hi sir,
uad apollo twin x adapter does not have three pin plug, only two, All the wires whether mic, Headphones or monitors is connected to twin x all have electric
current, In our studio earthing cable is properly connected, But apollo has only two pins in its adapter, I'm getting electric shocks by apollo, please solve the problem, Thanks
Fantastic. Great to see the product of two great talents in the end of this video. Beautiful. Thanks for teaching and rewarding us with your gift.
🥂
great video: can You make a video on how to set up virtual channels on APOLLO TWIN X USB WINDOWS please thanks
Is this the duo or the quad?
You guys are always life savers! I have my apollo twin hooked up to a great river preamp. All of the sudden when I set to LINE level (preamp connected to Apollo twin via 1/4 set to input) the PHANTOM POWER will not turn on. If I set it to MIC level - phantom turns on. What am I doing wrong ? :( thank you!
QUESTION! Excuse my ignorance :)
Why is my dip still countin/grunning out even when im using the plugins on my daw? is that normal ?
Great video! What about singing live and monitoring through the studio monitors? Is there feedback or latency errors when hearing yourself live through them? Thank you 💪
Fab what is your MIDI keyboard plugged into? The DAW or the Twin ?
I like my Apollo x4 but why I can't adjust the headphone volume inside the console software like the main volume, just give me two more wheels like the monitor volume knob! pls
Sold, thanks… ❤
Fab could explain how to build a nuclear weapon to an idiot in twenty-five minutes. He's that good.🤣
Let's be honest. Universal Audio Windows drivers are shit. I have to turn on my Apollo UAD2 Quad twice each time in order to use it. If there are too many effects and the sample rate is too high, I get the message that I need to authorize my plugins (like, why ?) and changing the sample rate won't work, I have to restart my computer to get my Apollo to work properly again. After a while, if the sample rate is not the same as the content I'm playing (like a TH-cam video for example), I'l ear this enjoying digital distortion. To get rid of it, I have to change the buffer size for something else. I have the last Windows updates, last UAD drivers, same. I'm tired of UAD not taking time to make proper drivers for Windows. I'll probably sell and change my audio interface to something more "Plug & Play". It's a shame since the plugins are sounding great, even thought they are a little too expensive imo.
Fab is such a talented human being!
Very good video, I am kind sad the end you also didn't show how the reverb works with Logic though. It would have been nice to see. But tnx for the info.
Very very helpful for absolute enthusiasts! (beginners) 🙃 Love 'Green gray'😍
Where can I get that Wireless Bluetooth MIDI Controller from? That’s awesome
Thanks Fab for such a great video!
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Marvelous, Michelle!
This was so helpful! I had far too many concept errors as I read through forums on LUNA and my Apollo interface.
Thanks for great tutorial. Finaly I have found an interface that gives me all I need and I can also use it for live performance with effects and no latency on it, that's amazing
That was bananas! 🍌 🍌 🍌 Fab is the goat
Twin X Duo or Quad?
Great video. I just purchased the x4 and getting close to using it. I read somewhere the other day that Luna does not support 3rd party plugins but you mention that you can pull in synths so that makes me think 3rd party plugins can be used. Can you enlighten me on this?
Muy clara la experiencia de grabación! Lo adquiero pronto! Gracias 🎉
I just bought a Universal Audio Apollo Twin X Duo 3 Audio Interface. I'm using this for tracking profesional vocals with my U87ai and Avalon AD 2022 mic preamp. I will be using your LA-2A classic collection plugins on my vocals. I will be sending to a studio for mixing. I bought a Mac mini Desktop Late 2014 | 3.0 i7 16GB 256 SSD PCIE. Is that powerful enough for my sessions?
Sure, that'll do just fine.
@@UniversalAudio do i have to get a thunderbolt convertor of some sort?
Yes, you'll need Apple TB2-3 converter and a TB2 cable.
@@UniversalAudio if i decide to do professional mixing, will my mac mini be powerful enough? will i need to upgrade my apollo rig? my final question.
A 2014 Mac Mini is a bit on the older side for serious mixing. Especially when you look at these new Apple silicon machines. You'll know when you need it!😁
This is a top notch, getting in the weeds, tutorial. I’ll echo (echo echo) whats said in other comments - more please!
how do i in logic 10 set up my headphone mix with the aud apollo, i still can't hear them, do i use i/o??
this was so well done and informative, thank you!
Glad you enjoyed!!