Apogee Electronics ROSETTA 200 2-Channel 24-bit/192kHz AD/DA Converter

Apogee Conversion in High-Definition

The most crucial component in the digital recording environment is high-quality A/D conversion. With up to 192kHz sample rates, the ROSETTA 200 combines Apogee's conversion quality with flexibility that complements any digital audio workstation.

As higher definition audio becomes ever-present in the recording process and music continues to be delivered as a product at 16-bit/44.1kHz tools are needed to minimize the loss of detail and quality that can be inherent in the course of music production. CODA offers a trio of tools that will preserve the integrity of hi-def recordings with a minimal loss of quality.

CODA

Apotimizer

Maximizes levels without increasing noise and distortion. Great for recording and mastering, a "Learn" mode allows the unit to automatically determine the optimum level, and use it consistently to normalize incoming audio.

Sample Rate Conversion

In the past, Apogee hardware has not offered sample rate conversion because the results were disappointing. Recent advances have made SRC a viable option and now one can up or down sample without noticeably affecting the quality of the source audio.

UV22HR

Apogee's dithering technology offers powerful reduction of high-resolution digital audio to 16-bits for the Internet and CD mastering.

Expansion Card Slot

Pro Tools HD and Mix Systems

An expansion card slot accommodates optional X-Series cards. This gives the unit connection capability to Pro Tools HD and Mix systems with either the "X-HD" card or the "X-Digi-Mix" card. No other hardware is required.

FireWire Connectivity

With the optional FireWire card installed, the ROSETTA 200 will connect natively to any FireWire input device, with near zero latency and without the need for additional hardware.

SoftLimit

One of the greatest difficulties in digital recording is getting an adequate level without clipping and unwanted distortion. With SoftLimit, the user can maximize digital output levels without overs.

Intelliclock: Dual Stage Jitter Reduction

Essential for outstanding digital recording is maintaining an ultra-low-jitter, clock signal. To accomplish this, the unit utilizes Apogee's Intelliclock. Intelliclock is really two clocks in one. A fast-responding "read" clock, with a wide locking range, fills a dedicated FIFO buffer, while an ultra-low-jitter "write" clock writes the data out of the buffer, and is used to clock the converters.