Apogee

Apogee SYM-DESKTOP 10x10 Symphony Desktop USB Series Digital Audio Interface

Symphony Desktop for Mac, iPad Pro and Windows packs the legendary sound quality of Apogee’s rack-mount Symphony I/O Mk II into an elegant and inspiring 10×10 audio interface that sits on your desk and fits in your bag. With Symphony Desktop, musicians and producers are empowered to record, overdub and mix with the music industry’s most respected AD/DA converters and mic preamps. By combining superior performance, with new features like mic preamp emulation, the Symphony ECS Channel Strip and Clearmountain’s Spaces reverb plugins, ultra low latency recording with hardware DSP and Apogee native FX plugins, Symphony Desktop will amplify your creativity in your studio or on the go and give your recordings the Apogee sound quality Advantage.

A/D CONVERSION – Like Symphony I/O Mk II, Symphony Desktop’s analog-to-digital converter stage features ultra-low distortion, high-slew rate, fully differential analog op-amps plus a cutting edge A/D converter in a performance-enhancing dual-sum configuration. Create with the confidence that every nuance of your analog input is faithfully reproduced in the digital domain.

D/A CONVERSION – The digital-to-analog stage of Symphony Desktop features brand new technology that provides uncompromising Symphony DAC performance in a portable product, including a robust ultra-low distortion, high-current, fully balanced output driver. Regardless of downstream connections, Symphony Desktop delivers a transparent, widescreen window into the sonic landscape of your mix.

PREAMPS – At the core of the input stage, are Symphony Desktop’s mic preamps offering up to 75dB of gain. The preamp design features Apogee’s unique Advanced Stepped Gain Architecture which ensures ultra-low noise and distortion regardless of the source, from pounding kick drum to delicate fingerpicking on an acoustic guitar. With variable impedance settings on both mic and instrument inputs, Symphony Desktop optimizes the input stage to better match your specific devices, for deep lows and clear highs. Selectable Apogee Alloy preamp emulations add character, attitude and maybe a bit of grit to your recordings.

Symphony Desktop has two completely independent ultra low impedance headphone outputs, individually routable, both equipped with dual-sum ESS DACs. Output power range is tailored to the expected type of headphones: the front panel output can drive virtually any headphones, while the rear panel output is specifically tailored for high-efficiency headphones.

Apogee Alloy Preamp emulation combines analog circuitry and DSP processing to create the richest, most authentic preamp modeling available in an audio interface. Critical aspects of the model such as input impedance, transient profile and distortion characteristics are first implemented in the analog domain, followed by precise and accurate refinement in DSP, for a hybrid result that’s greater than the sum of its parts.

Features:
Most affordable Symphony series interface ever
Cutting edge components and circuit design deliver flagship sound quality
Up to 24bit/192kHz digital audio
2 Advanced Stepped Gain mic preamps
FET instrument input with electric guitar tube amp characteristics
Apogee Alloy Mic Preamp emulation (Analog processing + DSP modeling)
Built-in hardware DSP processing of Apogee FX plugins
Flexible, zero latency plugin workflows: Print, Monitor and DualPath Link workflows
Dynamic touch screen display for comprehensive hardware control
2 fully balanced 1/4″ outputs
2 assignable headphone outputs: 1 x 1/4″, 1 x 1/8”
10 IN x 14 OUT simultaneous channels of audio
Digital I/O: 2 x Optical Toslink (ADAT,S/PDIF)
USB 2.0 over USB Type C connector

Specifications:
Compatibility:
macOS: 10.14.6 Mojave or later
iOS/iPad pro: iOS 13
PC: Windows 10 Anniversary update or later

Included Plugins:
Clearmountain's Spaces - macOS, Windows 10 - Native only
Symphony ECS Channel Strip - macOS, Windows 10 - Native and Hardware DSP

Included Preamp Emulations:
AP-66 - British Solid State
AP-57 - 50s American Tube

A/D Conversion:
Max input level (+4dBu ref/Mic): +20dBu
Max input level (-10dBV ref): +6dBV
Input impedance: 4KOhm
Freq resp 10 Hz -20Khz: > +/-0.2dB (@44.1Khz)
Rel. THD + N: -113dB
Dyn. Range: 123dB (A-weighted)

D/A Conversion:
Max output level (+4dBu ref): +20dBu
Max output level (-10dBV ref): +6dBV
Line output impedance: 50 Ohm
Freq resp 10Hz -20 Khz: > +/- 0.05dB (@44.1Khz)
Rel. THD+N : -114dB
Dyn Range: 129dB (A-weighted)
Headphone Max output level:— 520mW into 30 Ohm — 90mW into 600 Ohm
Headphone Rel THD+N: -111 dB with 600 Ohm load
Headphone Dyn Range: 128dB (A-weighted)

Preamps:
Gain: Up to 75 dB and advanced stepped gain circuit design
Selectable 48v phantom power, Soft Limit and polarity invert
EIN: 129dB (un-weighted) @ 60dB, 150 Ohm input
Max input level: +20dBu
Input impedance: 150 – 4K Ohm (default)
Max Hi-Z input level: 14dBu
Hi-Z input impedance: 220k/470k/>20M Ohm

Apogee GROOVE Portable USB DAC and Headphone Amp for for Mac iOS and PC

Meet Apogee Groove™
Experience the same high quality audio technology found in the world’s most prestigious recording studios, now available for listening to music in hi-res lossless music on your Mac, iOS device or PC. By simply plugging into your device’s USB port, the Apogee Groove USB DAC and headphone amp gives you a premium digital-to-analog converter for your headphones or powered speakers. It’s that easy. Plus, Groove’s output provides ample power at any impedance, and together with Apogee Constant Current Drive™ technology, your headphones will sound their best. You’ll be amazed by the difference in sound quality – the precise stereo image, punchy bass and stunningly clear high-hats.

Recorded by Apogee. Played by Groove.
For 30 years Apogee has been an innovator and industry leader in digital audio recording. From rock to classical, hip-hop to country, and reggae to jazz, the world’s most successful artists, producers and audio engineers rely on Apogee gear to capture GRAMMY winning recordings. Now, for the first time, Apogee Groove takes this same recording studio technology and makes it available in a simple take-anywhere device dedicated to delivering the ultimate listening experience.

Constant Current Drive™
Make any Headphones Sound their Best
Groove’s Constant Current Drive output stage dynamically compensates for the nonlinearities – acoustic, mechanical or electrical – of any connected headphones, resulting in lower distortion and a more linear frequency response. Whether listening through earbuds or “hi-fi” headphones, you’ll discover a new level of fidelity, clarity and detail.

Quad Sum DAC™
Groove also features a Quad Sum DAC design which employs four digital-to-analog converters per channel to achieve the highest dynamic range and lowest distortion (THD+N) of any device in its class.

ESS Sabre DAC Technology
ESS Sabre32 32-bit Hyperstream DAC with Time Domain Jitter Eliminator offers unequaled dynamic range, ultra low distortion, and unmatched audio clarity free from input jitter.

What is a DAC and why is it important?
If you’re a music lover and you want the best listening experience, one of the key ingredients in the quality of your sound is the digital-to-analog converter or DAC.

A DAC takes the digital information on your computer and translates it into analog sound you can hear through your headphones and speakers.

Features:
USB 2.0 connection to Mac and PC
Up to 24 bit / 192kHz audio
ESS Sabre DAC
Enhances your iTunes, Pandora, Spotify, Tidal or other music listening experience
Constant Current Drive™ provides smooth frequency response with any headphones
Quad Sum DAC™, 4 DACs per channel for highest dynamic range and lowest distortion
Asynchronous clocking
Multi-color LEDs for status and level indication
Powered by USB
Top panel buttons for adjusting volume level
Compact and portable (95mm L x 30mm W x 16mm H)
Premium aluminum build quality
Built in the USA

In the box:
Groove
USB-A Cable (1 meter)
USB-C Cable (1 meter)
Carrying pouch
Product booklet (Quick Start Guide, Warranty Information)

D/A conversion :
THD+N: -107 dB with 600 Ohm load @ 16 dBu
(-109 dB with 600 Ohm load @ 16 dBu-Anniversary Edition)
THD+N: -100dB with 30 Ohm load @ 10.5 dBu
(-101dB with 30 Ohm load @ 10.5 dBu-Anniversary Edition)
Dynamic Range: 117dB a-weighted
(119dB a-weighted-Anniversary Edition)
Frequency response: 10Hz – 20K +/- 0.2dB
(10Hz – 20K +/- 0.1dB-Anniversary Edition)
Max output level:
225mW into 30 Ohm
40mW into 600 Ohm
8 channel ESS DAC (4 DACs per channel)

System Requirements
Mac OS:
Computer: Intel Mac 1.5GHz or faster
Memory: 2 GB RAM minimum, 4 GB recommended
OS: 10.8 or greater
Connection and power: Any available USB port
Driver: Mac Core Audio. No download or installation necessary.

Windows OS:
PC or laptop manufactured after January 2006
Intel Core 2 @ 1.6 GHz or AMD equivalent
Memory: 1 GB RAM minimum
Windows 7 (32 and 64 bit) or greater
Connection and power: Any available USB port
Driver: Register to download from Apogee’s website

Apogee DUET 3 2×4 USB Type C Audio Interface AD DA Conversion for Recording Mics Guitars Keyboards on MAC and PC

In 2007, the original Apogee Duet shattered the expectations of what a home studio interface could be. Professional, personal and portable, Duet revolutionized independent recording and empowered musicians, producers and engineers with legendary Apogee sound quality, elegant design and effortless ease of use. Now, the all-new Duet 3 brings next-generation Apogee performance and features to a beautiful ultra-low profile scratch resistant glass and aluminum case.

Duet 3 includes on-board hardware DSP that powers the Symphony ECS Channel Strip* for zero-latency recording with FX. Tuned by Bob Clearmountain, the ECS Channel Strip includes presets custom crafted by the legendary mixer so you can dial in a pro recording sound instantly. Ideal for music creation, voice recording, streaming and even gaming, you can use Duet 3 with your Mac or Windows workstation in your studio or on the go. Take your Duet 3 to the next level with the sleek Duet Dock accessory for the ultimate ergonomic desktop experience.

Features:
Best-in-class Apogee AD/DA conversion
2 world-class preamps
2×4 USB Type C audio interface
Low profile design with aluminum body
Scratch resistant top
Precision balanced backlit knob
Input and output connections via breakout cable:
2x ¼” Instrument inputs
2x Mic/line inputs
2x ¼” Balanced outputs
⅛” Stereo headphone output
On-board hardware DSP powers Symphony ECS Channel Strip FX for low-latency recording with FX
2 USB Type C ports for connection and external power as needed
Bus powered
macOS and Windows 10 compatible
Optimized for Apple Logic Pro X and compatible with all popular audio software
Add the Duet Dock accessory for the ultimate desktop studio experience
Stylish, padded travel case included

Apogee DUET DOCK for Duet 3 USB C Audio Interface Conversion and Mic Preamps

Apogee's Duet Dock accessory pairs with your Duet 3 to deliver the ultimate desktop recording experience. Ergonomic and elegant, Duet Dock keeps your workspace organized.
Duet set the standard for making music and recording on the go with its small footprint and flexible breakout cable. But when working in your studio, the best way to use Duet 3 is with the all-new Duet Dock*. The Dock positions Duet at the ideal angle for quick adjustments and meter and function visibility. The rear panel connectors on Duet Dock make it easier to organize and connect your cables to Duet too.

Features:
Best-in-class Apogee conversion and mic preamps
Up to 24 bit / 192kHz recording
Low profile design with aluminum body
Scratch resistant top
Precision balanced back lit knob
Input and output connections via breakout cable:
2 USB Type C ports
Bus powered / External power optional via second USB Type C port as needed
On-board hardware DSP for low-latency recording with Apogee FX
Symphony ECS Channel Strip - Hardware DSP FX included

Apogee JAM PLUS USB Audio Interface for Guitars Bass Keyboards and Instruments and Headphones

Apogee Jam+ is a professional, USB instrument input and headphone output. Jam+ connects your electric guitar,bass, keyboard or any acoustic instrument with a pickup directly to your iOS device or computer. With an adapter(sold separately) you can also connect a dynamic microphone. The simplicity and portability of Jam+ make it idealfor capturing your best take anywhere you go. The ease of use and sound quality make Jam+ a must-have forbeginners and pros.

Features:
Studio quality USB instrument input and headphone output
Apogee’s PureDIGITAL connection for pristine sound quality
24-bit/96kHz recording
Overdrive mode makes virtual amps and effects sound more realistic
Output Blend feature offers zero latency monitoring and recording
Includes BIAS FX Jam software from Positive Grid
Rugged metal body with soft touch base
No configuration, just plug in and play
Works with iOS, Mac and PC
Built in the U.S.A. (Using domestic and foreign parts)

What’s in the box?
Apogee Jam+
Quick Start guide
BIAS FX JAM software download instructions
Lightning cable (iOS devices)
USB cable (Type C)
USB cable (Type A)
Warranty Booklet

System Requirements:
Mac OS 10 or later
Computer: Mac, with an Intel processor
Memory: 2 GB of RAM minimum
Connection/power: USB port on computer
Windows 10 or later
Computer: Windows PC with Intel/AMD x86-64 processor
Memory: 4GB of RAM minimum
Connection/power: USB port on computer
ASIO4ALL driver (for professional applications only)
iOS 9 or later
Connection: Lightning, Power: From iOS device

Made for:
iPhone X,
iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 8,
iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 7,
iPhone SE, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6,
iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5,
iPad Pro (10.5-inch) iPad Pro (12.9-inch) (2nd generation), iPad Pro (9.7-inch), iPad Pro (12.9-inch),
iPad Air 2, iPad Air,
iPad mini 4, iPad mini 3, iPad mini 2, iPad mini,
iPad (6th generation), iPad (5th generation)

Apogee SYM2-CONNECT-8X8MP-D Connect Series Thunderbolt Audio Interface AD DA Conversion Mic Preamps

The Apogee Electronics Symphony I/O Mk II 8x8 MP Connect Series Thunderbolt Audio Interface features flagship A/D and D/A conversion, eight mic preamps, modular I/O, and an intuitive touchscreen display. The installed Connect 8x8 MP module also gives you eight analog outputs and digital I/O including AES/EBU, ADAT, and S/PDIF.

The front-panel touchscreen offers convenient access to nearly every setting such as 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—one occupied by the Connect 8x8 MP and the other open for future expansion, while two Thunderbolt connectors ensure compatibility with macOS systems and common peripherals. Also included are Wordclock I/O connectors for synchronizing external digital equipment and a quiet digitally-controlled fan to keep everything running cool.

The Symphony I/O Mk II features an ultrahigh-fidelity DAC and headphone amplifier with Apogee's Constant Current Drive technology, which dynamically compensates for nonlinearities of any connected headphones to provide massive power while maintaining extremely low distortion and linear frequency response.

Advanced Stepped Gain Architecture
Apogee's Advanced Stepped Gain Architecture introduces a mic preamp circuit that is dynamically optimized at different gain settings to provide superior bandwidth, ultralow noise, and nonexistent distortion across an expansive gain range of 0 to 72 dB. Digitally-controlled analog switches "shift the gears" of the circuit at each gain setting to ensure the best sound and performance.

Transparent Conversion
High-performance A/D-D/A conversion designed for extreme audio clarity and sonic transparency

Features:
High-Performance 192 kHz Conversion
Advanced Stepped Gain Architecture
8 x Analog I/O via DB25 Connector
1/4" Headphone Port
Thunderbolt Ports for macOS Systems
Ultralow Noise and Distortion
8 x Mic Preamps with 72 dB of Gain
AES, ADAT, and S/PDIF Digital I/O
Front-Panel Touchscreen and Control Knob

Flexible I/O
Eight balanced analog inputs and outputs at up to 192 kHz via DB25 connectors
Eight microphone preamps with up to 72 dB of gain
Eight AES/EBU inputs and outputs (192 kHz single-wide compatible) via DB25 connector
TOSLINK optical inputs and outputs support ADAT, SMUX, and S/PDIF (8x8 ADAT at 44.1 or 48 kHz, 8x8 SMUX at 88.2 or 96 kHz, 2x2 S/PDIF at up to 96 kHz)
Coaxial input and output for 2x2 S/PDIF at up to 192 kHz

Versatile Chassis
Ultralow-latency performance
Stereo 1/4" headphone jack features Apogee's proprietary Constant Current Drive for smooth frequency response with any headphones
Easy-to-use color touchscreen display
Large front-panel control for quick adjustment of selected parameter
Highly customizable Symphony Control software provides easy access to all I/O parameters
Supports multiple I/O cards
BNC word clock I/O for synchronizing external equipment
Enhanced temperature controls are complemented by an improved fan and chassis ventilation design, which allows adequate component cooling to occur quietly
Designed in California, built in the USA

Connect Series Highlights
Up to 72 dB of gain in 1 dB increments
Noiseless gain adjustment
+26 dBu maximum input level
Improved common mode noise rejection and EMI suppression for optimal performance
Switchable impedance (2.4 or 10 kilohms) to support passive mic splitting in live sound applications
Control all mic preamps from Symphony I/O’s front panel, the optional Apogee hardware remote control, or in Apogee control software
Simplified and optimized signal path with fewer components and higher channel count
Available in configurations of eight, 16, 24, or 32 flagship mic preamps per unit

Apogee BOOM 2x2 USB Type C Audio Interface Built In Hardware DSP FX

Whether you’re a musician, podcaster, or live streamer, Apogee BOOM will inspire you to take your projects to the next level. Perfect for beginners and pros, BOOM features legendary Apogee sound quality and onboard DSP for tone-shaping your recordings, all at the most affordable price ever for an Apogee 2×2 USB-C audio interface.

LISTEN IN Hi-Fi
Master your mix with crystal clear sound quality
BOOM’s studio-grade headphone amp and DAC will power anything from in-ear monitors to high impedance headphones, thanks to it’s zero-ohm headphone output. The result? Your headphones benefit from more clarity, dynamics, and perfectly balanced frequency response.

RISE ABOVE THE NOISE
Powerful mic preamp and pristine conversion
No other product in its category outperforms BOOM when it comes to sound quality. BOOM’s preamp can power the most demanding mics like the Shure SM7B with up to 62dB of clean, noiseless gain. Capture that signal with Apogee’s legendary analog to digital conversion for pristine, professional recordings that will make your tracks stand out.

DIAL IN RICH ANALOG TONE
Onboard DSP FX with ECS Channel Strip
Sculpt your voice, vocals and instruments while you record with Symphony ECS Channel Strip, tuned by legendary mixer Bob Clearmountain. Add the warmth and grit of analog gear with 3-band EQ, compression, and Drive.

BUILD THE PERFECT STREAM
Bring multiple audio sources together
Create the perfect live streaming production for Twitch, YouTube, or Instagram with Loopback mode. Using the Apogee Control mixer, you can blend and tune your analog inputs with audio from video games, Spotify playlists, your DAW, chat notifications, and more – all at the same time.

HIGHLIGHTS
Best-in-class Apogee conversion and mic preamp technology
Up to 24 bit / 192kHz recording
2x2 USB-C audio interface
1x ¼” Instrument input
1x Combi mic/line/instrument input
2x ¼” Balanced outputs
1/4” Headphone output
Low profile design with aluminum body
Bus powered
On-board hardware DSP for low-latency recording with Apogee FX
Symphony ECS Channel Strip - Hardware DSP FX (Native plugin sold separately)
macOS, Windows 10 compatible

COMPATIBILITY
macOS: 10.15 and later
iOS / iPad OS: 15 and later*
PC: Windows 10 Anniversary update or later

SPECIAL OFFERS*
Ableton Live Lite free
Apogee Soft Limit plugin free
Receive an Apogee web store coupon for 50% off any Apogee plugin or plugin bundle
Exclusive 60 day plugin trial from Neural DSP

IN THE BOX
BOOM
USB Type C / Type A cable

Specifications:
MIC PRE
EIN: 123dB (a-weighted) @ 62dB, 150 Ohm input
Max Input Level: +18dBu
Input Impedance: 2.4KOhm
HI-Z
Max input level: 14dBu
Input Impedance: 3.2kOhm (Pad on), 1MOhm (Pad off)
A/D CONVERSION
Max input level +4dBu: +18dBu
Max input level (-10dBV ref): +6dBV
Input impedance: 6.4KOhm
Freq resp 20 Hz -20Khz: > +/-0.2dB (@44.1Khz)
Rel. THD + N: -101dB
Dyn. Range: 122dB (A-weighted)
D/A CONVERSION
Max output level (+4dBu ref): +15dBu
Line output impedance: 100 Ohm
Freq resp 20Hz -20 Khz: > +/- 0.05dB
Rel. THD+N : -107dB
Dyn Range: 114dB (A-weighted)
HEADPHONE OUT
Max output level headphones: 15dBu / 240mW@ 32 ohms
Headphone output impedance 0.5 Ohm
Freq resp 20Hz -20 Khz: > +/- 0.05dB
Rel. THD+N : -107dB
Dyn Range: 114dB (A-weighted)
PRODUCT SIZE
Weight: 2lbs. / 0.95 kg
Dimensions: 8.85” x 7” x 3.54” / 22.5cm x 18cm x 9cm