Apogee Symphony MKII Thunderbolt Chassis 8×8 Analog I/O + 8 Mic Pre + AES/Optical I/O

Name: Apogee Symphony MKII Thunderbolt Chassis 8×8 Analog I/O + 8 Mic Pre + AES/Optical I/O
Brand: Apogee
SKU: APO-S2-T-CON-8X8MP
Price: 8299.0 AUD
Availability: OutOfStock

Lowest Latency. Superior Sound Quality.

Symphony I/O Mk II Thunderbolt delivers the full potential of Thunderbolt 2 performance with the lowest latency, unmatched CPU efficiency and 2 ports for connecting additional peripherals.

Symphony I/O Mk II Thunderbolt relies on Apogee’s proprietary Thunderbolt driver, written from the ground up to offer unmatched performance and efficiency. When using Logic Pro X, latency has been reduced to an astounding 1.35 ms round-trip*, allowing you to monitor through your DAW, plug-ins included, simplifying your workflow and leveraging the power of your Mac. Even when your session’s DSP demands require a higher buffer setting, Symphony I/O’s ultra-low latency means no longer having to choose between power and speed.

To accommodate different workflow preferences, Symphony I/O Mk II Thunderbolt features optional direct hardware monitoring through Symphony Control Software with 0.6ms of latency.

Logic Pro X at 96kHz / 32 buffer setting

FEATURES

Streamlined new interface
Easily adapt the layout to fit your workflow
Essentials control strip maximizes screen space FX send lets you use your DAW’s effects with low latency monitoring
Use your Mac’s Built-in mic for the new Talkback feature
The output source button lets you toggle between mixes
Create up to 16 “Monitor Workflows” in all popular multichannel configurations: Stereo to ATMOS 9.1.6.
Instantly switch between Monitor Workflows from the Apogee Hardware Remote, Symphony Control software or the front panel touchscreen
Mute, Solo and calibrate up to 16 speaker outputs

Monitor Workflows with Dolby Atmos and Sony 360

Mixing for Dolby Atmos and other immersive 3D formats is rapidly becoming an essential skill for the modern creator and engineer. As streaming services highlight immersive content and record companies require immersive audio deliverables, you may be asking yourself “How do I get started”?

With Symphony I/O Mk II Thunderbolt’s Monitor Workflows, you’ll effortlessly configure and operate your monitoring system for Dolby Atmos, Sony 360 Reality Audio and other immersive audio systems with control of up to 32 Speaker outputs.

Everything is under control

Symphony Control software for macOS gives you comprehensive access to all features and functions of Symphony I/O Mk II Thunderbolt. Set gain levels (preamp modules only), manage routing, control output levels, set calibration, set up multiple mixers and more.

And with Symphony I/O Mk II Thunderbolt’s new Monitor Workflows, you can effortlessly configure and operate your monitoring system for Dolby Atmos, Sony 360 Reality Audio and other immersive audio systems with control of up to 32 Speaker outputs.

Symphony Control also features compatibility with the new Apogee Control hardware remote.

Devours Bits. Sips CPU.

Symphony I/O Mk II Thunderbolt’s custom driver includes a revolutionary Direct Memory Access (DMA) engine to more efficiently read and write data directly to Mac memory independent of the Mac CPU. The DMA engine, running on Symphony I/O Mk II Thunderbolt’s hardware logic chip, increases the driver’s efficiency and provides the highest resolution signal possible to the DAC stage. This implementation allows the driver to crunch an enormous amount of data at an amazing speed while making a very light demand on your Mac CPU. You benefit from lower latency, more plug-in power, and a transparent and encompassing listening experience.

SPECIFICATIONS

Inputs

Analog IN: 8 balanced inputs on 1 DSUB 25-pin connector
8 microphone preamps with up to 72dB of gain
- Featuring Advanced Stepped Gain Architecture™
*AES-EBU IN: 8 inputs on 1 DSUB 25-pin connector
- (192k single wide compatible)
*Optical IN: Supports ADAT, SMUX & S/PDIF
- ADAT: 8 channels 44.1-48 kHz
- SMUX: 8 channels 88.2-96 kHz
- S/PDIF: 2 channels, up to 96 kHz
Coax IN: 2 channels of S/PDIF, up to 192 kHz

Outputs

Analog OUT: 8 balanced outputs on 1 DSUB 25-pin connector
*AES-EBU OUT: 8 outputs on 1 DSUB 25-pin connector
- (192k single wide compatible)
*Optical OUT: Supports ADAT, SMUX & S/PDIF
- ADAT: 8 channels 44.1-48 kHz
- SMUX: 8 channels 88.2-96 kHz
- S/PDIF: 2 channels, up to 96 kHz
Coax OUT: 2 channels of S/PDIF, up to 192 kHz

Connection: Thunderbolt

Performance: 44.1kHz – 192kHz

Compatibility: macOS

Control: Apogee Control 2 Software, Front panel touch screen, Apogee Control hardware remote (sold separately)

Type: Thunderbolt Interfaces