Apogee Thunderbolt Interface w/2X6 Line I/O Module.
The Apogee Electronics Symphony I/O Mk II Thunderbolt Audio Interface with Special Edition 2x6 Analog I/O and 8x8 Digital I/O is an audio interface designed to deliver high-performance A/D and D/A conversion at up to 192 kHz for mixing and mastering engineers in personal, project, and commercial studios. The included 2x6 SE I/O card features stunning dynamic range with low distortion and noise for mastering-grade sonic quality.
Its analog I/O includes two inputs on XLR 3-pin jacks and six outputs on a DB25 connector. Additional XLR, TOSLINK optical, and RCA coaxial jacks provide connectivity for AES/EBU, ADAT, and S/PDIF digital inputs and outputs. The chassis utilizes Thunderbolt connectivity for high-speed data transfer rates and compatibility with Core Audio software. Its front panel presents a TFT touchscreen display, multi-function control knob, and convenient 1/4" stereo headphone output.
An advanced, flexible multi-channel audio interface featuring the newest flagship AD/DA conversion, modular I/O (up to 32 inputs and outputs), and an intuitive touchscreen display. The chassis provides two I/O Module slots for a variety of digital audio conversion options that form the interface side of the Symphony I/O Mk II. The front-panel touch screen offers convenient access to nearly every setting including sample rate, clock source, headphone & speaker output levels, meters for all I/O and section navigation, as well as input levels, digital I/O, and configuration settings.
The rear panel provides access to the two I/O Module slots that are capable of a combined thirty-two channels of input and output, while the two Thunderbolt connectors ensure compatibility with newer Mac computers. Also included are Wordclock I/O connectors & termination, an option card slot, and a quiet digitally-controlled fan to keep everything running cool.
The Symphony I/O Mk II features a single ultra-high-fidelity DAC and headphone amplifier with Apogee's Constant Current Drive technology, which was first introduced in the Apogee Groove. The headphone amplifier dynamically compensates for non-linearities of any connected headphones, providing massive power while maintaining extremely low distortion and linear frequency response.
- Legendary AD/DA conversion
- Up to 32 channels of modular analog I/O with optional 8 mic preamps
- Ultra-low latency performance
- Intuitive touchscreen display and front panel control
- Option card slot for future platform flexibility
- Dynamic Temperature Control
- Designed in California, built in the U.S.A.
Apogee Electronics 2x6 SE Special Edition Mastering I/O Card for Symphony I/O Mk II
The Apogee Electronics 2x6 SE is a special-edition mastering I/O card designed to deliver high-performance A/D and D/A conversion at up to 192 kHz for mixing and mastering engineers in personal, project, and commercial studios. It features low THD+N (-116 dB for analog inputs, -118 dB for analog outputs) and high dynamic range (124 dBA for analog inputs and 131 dBA for analog outputs) for uncompromising accuracy and detail.
Its analog I/O includes two inputs on XLR 3-pin jacks and six outputs on a DB25 connector. Additional XLR, TOSLINK optical, and RCA coaxial jacks provide connectivity for AES/EBU, ADAT, and S/PDIF digital inputs and outputs. The 2x6 SE is easily installed in a Symphony I/O Mk II Thunderbolt or Pro Tools HD chassis.
- High-performance A/D-D/A conversion designed specifically for mastering engineers
- High dynamic range of 124 dBA for analog inputs and 131 dBA for analog outputs
- Low THD+N of -116 dB for analog inputs and -118 dB for analog outputs
- Two balanced analog line-level inputs via XLR 3-pin connectors
- Six channels of balanced analog line-level outputs via DB25 connector
- AES/EBU stereo digital I/O via XLR 3-pin jacks
- S/PDIF stereo digital I/O via RCA coaxial jacks
- ADAT, SMUX, or S/PDIF digital I/O via TOSLINK optical ports
- Supports 44.1 to 192 kHz sample rates
Symphony I/O Mk II Chassis (Thunderbolt) Specifications
- Analog to Digital ADC
- THD+N: -114 dB @ 22 dBu (0.00020%)
- Dynamic Range: 122 dB (A weighted)
- Maximum Input Levels: +4 dB Setting: +24 dBu \ -10dB Setting: +6 dBV
- Frequency Response at 44.1 kHz: 1 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.05 dB)
- Input impedance: 10 kOhms
- Digital to Analog DAC
- THD+N: -117 dB @ 21 dBu (0.00014%)
- Dynamic Range: 129 dB (A weighted)
- Max Output Levels: -∞ to +24 dBu
- Frequency Response at 44.1 kHz: DC to 20 kHz (±0.05 dB)
- Output Impedance: 25 Ohms
- Outputs are balanced through Apogee's proprietary Perfect
- Symmetry Circuitry (PSC)
- Headphone Output
- Stereo Headphone Output (Front Panel): 1/4" / 6.35 mm
- THD+N: -110 dB @ 19 dBu into 600 Ohm (=80 mW) \ -101 dB @ 14 dBu into 32 Ohm (=470 mW)
- Dynamic Range: 121 dB (A weighted)
- Output: Apogee's proprietary Constant Current Drive provides smooth frequency response with any headphones
- System Requirements
- Computer: Thunderbolt-equipped Mac
- Memory: 4 GB RAM minimum, 8 GB RAM recommended
- OS X 10.9.5 or greater
- Thunderbolt cable (sold separately)
- Power
- 90 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 150 W
- Dimensions
- Without Rack Ears: 17.8 x 11.5 x 3.5" / 450.9 x 292.1 x 88.9 mm
- With Rack Ears: 19.0 x 11.5 x 3.5" / 482.6 x 292.1 x 88.9 mm
- Weight