Universal Audio Apollo x8
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Current Firmware
11.9.0
Firmware is delivered via UA Connect. Install UA Connect from uaudio.com, connect the device via Thunderbolt. UA Connect detects and installs firmware updates automatically. Do not disconnect during update.
Just for reference. For complete and up-to-date instructions, always refer to the manufacturer's official firmware page.
Firmware pageopens in a new tab — uaudio.comFirmware History
Changelogs summarised from the manufacturer's release notes.
11.9.0
2026-07-07
New
UAD Black Box HG-2 saturation plug-in for Apollo and UAD-2
UAD elysia karacter saturation plug-in for Apollo and UAD-2
(Mac) New high-resolution graphics for UAD EMT 140 & EMT 250 reverb plug-ins
Fixed
Multi-channel ALT now monitors correctly when a cue is the monitor source
Plug-in preset names are now recalled with plug-in scenes
Improved
(Win) Apollo Thunderbolt WDM driver stability and performance
(Win) UAD Meter & Control Panel launch improvements
Sonarworks SoundID Reference compatibility updates
(requires SoundID Reference v5.12.31 or newer)
Release notesopens in a new tab — help.uaudio.com
FAQ
What is the latest firmware for the Universal Audio Apollo x8?
The latest firmware for the Universal Audio Apollo x8 is version 11.9.0, released on 2026-07-07. FW//RADAR checks the manufacturer's official sources for new releases.
Where can I download Universal Audio Apollo x8 firmware?
Directly from Universal Audio's official firmware page — FW//RADAR links to the source and never hosts firmware files. Official firmware page →
Manufacturer page →opens in a new tab — uaudio.com
Manual →opens in a new tab — media.uaudio.com
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