Apogee Symphony I/O MKII Thunderbolt 8x8 Analog I/O + 8x8 AES I/O with 8 Mic Pre

Symphony I/O Mk II Thunderbolt Audio Interface with Microphone Pre Amplifiers for Mac running Logic Pro X or other Core Audio DAW

Symphony I/O Mk II Thunderbolt is the most powerful multi-channel audio interface for Thunderbolt-based Mac workstations.  Designed for the home or professional studio running Logic Pro X or any other native based DAW, this system offers your choice of 4 different base I/O configurations with the option to expand up to 32×32 simultaneous channels per unit while still maintaining incredibly low latency.

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Apogee Symphony I/O MKII Thunderbolt 8x8 Analog I/O + 8x8 AES I/O with 8 Mic Pre

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.

Apogee's Symphony I/O Mk II, just like its predecessor the Mk I is a fully modular system.  Meaning that users can tailor their I/O options to suit their own needs.  You can even choose the empty Thunderbolt Chassis option and populate it with your old existing Symphony I/O Mk I modules! 

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.  This model is the Thunderbolt Option, the Pro Tools HD and Waves SoundGrid options will be available soon later in the year.

 

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  • Best AD/DA conversion of any Thunderbolt audio interface
  • Up to 32 channels of modular analog I/O with optional 8 mic preamps
  • Best per-channel value of any interface in its category
  • Choice of Thunderbolt, Pro Tools HD (Mac/PC) or Waves SoundGrid connectivity
  • Ultra-low latency performance
  • Intuitive touchscreen display and front panel control
  • Designed in California, Built in the U.S.A.
 

Front Panel Touchscreen with Comprehensive Control

All of Symphony I/O Mk II’s essential input and output settings can be accessed from the front panel touchscreen. Change your input selection, monitoring levels, mic pre gain or calibrate your Symphony I/O Mk II to match the levels of the other analog gear in your system.

A high-resolution TFT display delivers all the visual feedback critical for recording and monitoring. Without looking at your computer, Symphony I/O Mk II lets you see metering for up to 64 channels of I/O, 32 IN x 32 OUT – signal levels, polarity, muting, phantom power and Soft Limit.


Dynamic Temperature Control

Symphony I/O Mk II features advanced controls to keep the unit running at an ideal temperature, ensuring the highest level of performance and reliability. The new temperature controls are complemented by an improved fan and chassis ventilation design, which allows adequate component cooling to occur quietly.


True Thunderbolt Performance

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.


Low Latency

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 Apogee’s Maestro 2 App with 0.6ms of latency.

* Logic Pro X at 96kHz / 32 buffer setting


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 with lower latency, more plug-in power, and a transparent and encompassing listening experience.

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Specification

Highlights:

  • Best AD/DA conversion of any Thunderbolt audio interface
  • Up to 32 channels of modular analog I/O with optional 8 mic preamps
  • Best per-channel value of any interface in its category
  • Choice of Thunderbolt, Pro Tools HD (Mac/PC) or Waves SoundGrid connectivity
  • Ultra-low latency performance
  • Intuitive touchscreen display and front panel control
  • Designed in California, Built in the U.S.A.


Analog to Digital:

  • THD+N: -114dB @ 22dBu (0.00020%)
  • Dynamic range: 122dB A weighted
  • Maximum input levels:
      • +4dB setting: +24dBu
      • -10dB setting: +6dBV
  • Frequency response at 44.1kHz: 1-20,000 Hz (+/- 0.05dB)
  • Input impedance: 10K


Digital to Analog:

  • THD+N: -117dB @ 21dBu (0.00014%)
  • Dynamic Range: 129dB A weighted
  • Max output levels – ∞ to +24dBu
  • Frequency response at 44.1 kHz: dc to 20kHz (+/- 0.05dB)
  • Output impedance: 25 Ohm
  • Outputs are balanced through Apogee’s proprietary Perfect Symmetry Circuitry (PSC)


Headphone Output:

  • 1 stereo 1/4″ headphone output on front panel
  • THD+N:
      • -110dB @19dBu into 600 Ohm (=80mW)
      • -101dB @14dBu into 32 Ohm (=470mW)
  • Dynamic Range: 121db A weighted
  • Output: Apogee’s proprietary Constant Current Drive™ provides smooth frequency response with any headphones


Power:

  • 90-240VAC, 50-60Hz, 150W


Operating System:

Thunderbolt: Mac OS only 10.9.5 and above

 

Symphony I/O Mk II Dimensions:

  • Inches: 17.75 (19 with Rack Ears) x 11.5 x 3.5
  • Centimeters: 45 (48.26 with Rack Ears) x 29.2 x 8.9


Packaging Dimensions:

  • Symphony I/O Chassis Box
  • Inches: 22.875 x 17.75 x 9.25
  • Centimeters: 58.1 x 45.1 x 23.5

  

8x8 + 8MP

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

*Dig I/O hardware switch selects AES or Optical digital I/O format

  • Symphony I/O Mk II Interface
  • Power Cable
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Warranty Booklet