Apogee Symphony I/O MkII 8x8 + 8MP Thunderbolt

Symphony I/O Mk II is a multi-channel audio interface featuring Apogee’s newest flagship AD/DA conversion, modular I/O (up to 32 inputs and outputs), intuitive touchscreen display and optional world-class microphone preamps. Designed to deliver professional sound quality for audio recording, mixing and mastering, Symphony I/O Mk II is the ultimate music production centerpiece for any modern studio.

The new Symphony I/O Mk II comes with direct connectivity to one of three different platforms – Thunderbolt™, Pro Tools® HD or Waves SoundGrid® network.

When equipped with either the brand new 8×8 or 16×16 Mk II I/O modules, Symphony I/O Mk II outperforms all other multi-channel audio interfaces available for Pro Tools HD or Thunderbolt based systems.

Highlights:

• Best AD/DA conversion of any Thunderbolt™ audio interface
• Up to 32 channels of modular analog I/O with optional 8 mic preampsBest per-channel value of any interface in its category
  • Original Symphony I/O modules are compatible with new Mk II chassis
• Choice of Thunderbolt, Pro Tools® HD (Mac/PC) or Waves SoundGrid® connectivity
• Ultra-low latency performance – 1.35 ms with Thunderbolt and Logic Pro X
• Intuitive touchscreen display and front panel control
• Designed in California, Built in the U.S.A.

There is a Symphony I/O Mk II solution for everyone; the home studio, project studio, commercial recording studio and scoring stage. Choose from four base I/O configurations, 2×6, 8×8, 16×16, or 8×8 with 8 mic preamps and easily expand as your studio grows. With two module slots and the capacity for up to 32 inputs and outputs of A/D & D/A conversion per unit, Symphony I/O Mk II offers the best per-channel value of any interface in its category.

INPUTS

Analog Inputs
8 built-in mic preamps
Digitally controlled, 85dB microphone preamps
4 Hi-Z 1/4” instrument inputs capable of handling high level instruments
Selectable 48v phantom power, Soft Limit and phase invert
8 balanced inputs on 1 DSUB 25-pin connector

Inserts
8 balanced software assignable analog insert points
Return 1-8 on 1 DSUB 25-pin connector

Digital Inputs
*AES-EBU IN: 8 inputs on 1 DSUB 25-pin connector
*Optical IN: Supports ADAT, SMUX & S/PDIF
ADAT: 8 channels 44.1-48 kHz on 1 Toslink connector
SMUX: 8 channels 88.2-96 kHz on 2 Toslink connectors
S/PDIF: 2 channels, up to 96 kHz on 1 Toslink connector
Coax IN: 2 channels of S/PDIF, up to 192 kHz on 1 RCA connector

OUTPUTS
Analog Outputs
8 balanced outputs on 1 DSUB 25-pin connector

Inserts
8 balanced software assignable analog insert points
Send 1-8 on 1 DSUB 25-pin connector

Digital Outputs
*AES-EBU OUT: 8 outputs on 1 DSUB 25-pin connector
*Optical OUT: Supports ADAT, SMUX & S/PDIF
ADAT: 8 channels 44.1-48 kHz on 1 Toslink connector
SMUX: 8 channels 88.2-96 kHz on 2 Toslink connectors
S/PDIF: 2 channels, up to 96 kHz on 1 Toslink connector
Coax OUT: 2 channels of S/PDIF, up to 192 kHz on 1 RCA connector

Connection:

Thunderbolt cable (Sold separately)
Performance:

44.1kHz – 192kHz
Latency: 1.35 ms with Logic Pro X (96 kHz / 32 buffer)
Computer:

Thunderbolt-enabled Mac computer, including Mac Pro, MacBook Pro, Mac mini, iMac & MacBook Air
Operating System: Mac OS 10.9.5 or greater
Control:

Maestro app (included in software installer) and front panel touchscreen
Compatible Software:

Logic Pro X
Any Core Audio application on Mac