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Apogee Electronics Symphony Mk II Thunderbolt Interface with 16x16 SE and 2x6 SE Modules

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Apogee Electronics Symphony Mk II Thunderbolt Interface with 16x16 SE and 2x6 SE Modules
Key Features
  • Symphony Mk II Chassis
  • 16x16 SE Module
  • 2x6 SE Module
  • Thunderbolt Connectivity
The ultimate music-production centerpiece for any modern commercial, project, or personal studio, the Apogee Electronics Symphony Mk II Thundebolt Interface with 16x16 SE and 2x6 SE Modules is designed to deliver high-performance A/D and D/A conversion at up to 192 kHz, for mixing and mastering engineers using a thunderbolt system. The included 16x16 SE and 2x6 SE I/O modules offer stunning dynamic range with low distortion and noise for mastering-grade sonic quality. The system is Dolby-Atmos ready.
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The ultimate music-production centerpiece for any modern commercial, project, or personal studio, the Apogee Electronics Symphony Mk II Thundebolt Interface with 16x16 SE and 2x6 SE Modules is designed to deliver high-performance A/D and D/A conversion at up to 192 kHz, for mixing and mastering engineers using a thunderbolt system. The included 16x16 SE and 2x6 SE I/O modules offer stunning dynamic range with low distortion and noise for mastering-grade sonic quality. The system is Dolby-Atmos ready.

This configuration gives you a total of 18 analog inputs on two XLR connectors and two DB-25 connectors, plus 22 analog outputs on three DB-25 connectors. Additional XLR connectors allow for two channels of AES I/O. You also get up to eight channels of ADAT I/O via optical connectors and two channels of S/PDIF I/O via RCA connectors. The chassis utilizes USB-C (Thunderbolt) connectivity for high-speed data transfer rates and compatibility with your computer. Its front panel presents a TFT touchscreen display, multifunction control knob, and convenient 1/4" stereo headphone output.

Apogee Electronics Symphony I/O Mk II Chassis (Thunderbolt)

The Symphony I/O Mk II from Apogee Electronics is 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.

The optional five I/O Modules allow the user to choose from standard configurations, or customize the following – channel count, analog to digital input, digital to analog output, microphone preamps (requires an analog card), and digital I/O.

Note:
Note! This is the Symphony I/O chassis only.
  • 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.
     
UPC: 805676301525
Apogee Electronics 16x16 SE Module Analog Input/Output Module for Symphony I/O Mk II

Audio professionals looking for the very best converters will appreciate the updated Apogee Electronics 16x16 SE Module, a sixteen-channel analog input and sixteen-channel analog output module for the Symphony I/O Mk II. The module occupies one of the two slots available on the chassis. Additionally, two-channel coaxial S/PDIF input and output is also provided. The A/D circuit has been refined to offer a streamlined circuit design, resulting in the most transparent signal path to the A/D stage possible.

The D/A section has been optimized with a more powerful and robust output driver that is capable of driving virtually any input without a decrease in performance, regardless of the load presented by the connected gear. The analog inputs and outputs are offered on DB-25 connectors and require optional breakout cables, available in various configurations to suit individual requirements.

Note:
Requires Symphony I/O Mk II Chassis with available card slot.
Analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog module for the Symphony I/O Mk II system
Sixteen channels of balanced analog input and sixteen channels of balanced analog output
Two channels of coaxial S/PDIF input and output
Ultralow latency conversion
Entire audio path is DC coupled, resulting in ultra-flat frequency response and extremely low phase error
UPC: 805676302850
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.

 

Note:
Requires Symphony I/O Mk II Thunderbolt or Pro Tools HD chassis with available card slot.
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
Compatible with Apogee Symphony I/O Mk II Thunderbolt and Pro Tools HD chassis
UPC: 805676302102

Apogee Electronics Symphony I/O Mk II Specs

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
Headphone
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
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)
General Specifications
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
Not specified by manufacturer
Packaging Info
Package Weight
18.4 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
22.8 x 17.9 x 9.9"

Apogee Electronics Symphony I/O Mk II Specs

Key Specs
Form Factor
Internal Card
Converter Type
AD/DA Converter
Number of Channels
16x A/D (at 192 kHz)
16x D/A (at 192 kHz)
Maximum Sampling Rate
192 kHz / 24-Bit
Number of Microphone Inputs
No
Analog Audio I/O
2x DB-25 25-Pin Balanced Line Input
2x DB-25 25-Pin Balanced Line Output
Digital Audio I/O
2x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF In & Out
Converter Type
AD/DA Converter
Number of Channels
16x A/D (at 192 kHz)
16x D/A (at 192 kHz)
Display
No
Maximum Sampling Rate
192 kHz / 24-Bit
Number of Microphone Inputs
No
Connectivity
Analog Audio I/O
2x DB-25 25-Pin Balanced Line Input
2x DB-25 25-Pin Balanced Line Output
Phantom Power
No
Digital Audio I/O
2x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF In & Out
Host Connection
No
USB (Non-Host)
No
Sync I/O
No
Network I/O
No
MIDI I/O
No
Expansion Slots
No
Performance
Frequency Response
1 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.05 dB (at 44.1 kHz)
Maximum Input Level
+24 dBu
Maximum Output Level
+24 dBu
Impedance
A/D Converters:
10 Kilohm
D/A Converters:
50 Ohm
Dynamic Range
A/D Converters:
124 dBA
D/A Converters:
128 dBA
THD+N
A/D Converters:
-116 dB / 0.00015% (at 23 dBu)
D/A Converters:
-119 dB / 0.00014% (at 21 dBu)
Digital Audio
Sample Rates
44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 / 176.4 / 192 kHz
Bit Depths
24-Bit
Compatibility
OS Compatibility
No
Mobile App Compatible
No
Power
Power Requirements
PCIe
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.05 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
13.2 x 13 x 3.1"

Apogee Electronics Symphony I/O Mk II Specs

General
Compatible Interfaces
Apogee Symphony MkII
Analog Audio I/O
2x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Line Input
1x XLR 3-Pin Stereo Input
1x XLR 3-Pin Stereo Output
1x DB-25 25-Pin Balanced Line/8-Channel Output (on Breakout Cable)
Digital Audio I/O
1x TOSLINK Optical ADAT / S/PDIF Input (S/MUX Support)
1x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Input
1x TOSLINK Optical ADAT / S/PDIF Output (S/MUX Support)
1x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Output
Host Connection
Thunderbolt/Mini DisplayPort
Host Connection Protocol
Thunderbolt 3
USB (Non-Host)
No
Sync I/O
No
Network I/O
No
MIDI I/O
No
Performance
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum Input Level
+24 dBu
+10 dBu
Impedance
Inputs:
10 Kilohms
Outputs:
50 Ohms
Dynamic Range
A/D Converters:
124 dB
D/A Converters:
131 dB
THD+N
A/D Converters:
-116 dB
D/A Converters:
-118 dB
Digital Audio
Sample Rates
44.1 kHz
Bit Depths
32-Bit
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.25 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
13.9 x 12.2 x 3.4"

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