Apogee Symphony IO 16x16SE MKII Thunderbolt

Apogee Symphony IO 16x16SE MKII Thunderbolt

Multichannel Thunderbolt Audio Interface with 16 x 16 Analog I/O, S/PDIF, and Onboard Immersive Audio Configuration

Symphony I/O Mk II is a professional audio interface consisting of a chassis and a 16X16 I/O module.

Chassis Features: Includes 2 I/O module slots, 2 Thunderbolt connectors (for direct connection to Mac computers with Thunderbolt port), Word Clock input and output, 1/4″ jack headphone output, multi-function control knob , large touchscreen display for parameter adjustment, 110-240/50-60Hz power supply, dimensions of 2 rack units.

Features of the 16X16SE I/O module: includes 16 balanced analog inputs and 16 outputs with 4 D-SUB 25 connectors, coaxial inputs and outputs (2 SPDIF channels at 192 KHz). NB Thunderbolt cable not included. Please check the manufacturer’s website for minimum system requirements and supported Mac operating systems.

Symphony I/O Mk II is a multi-channel audio interface with high-quality AD/DA conversion, a modular I/O system (with up to 32 inputs and outputs), an intuitive touchscreen display and optional preamps high level microphones.
It was designed to provide professional audio quality for recording, mixing and mastering, making it the centerpiece of every modern music production studio.
The new Symphony I/O Mk II offers direct connectivity to three different platforms: ThunderboltTM, Pro Tools® HD, Waves SoundGrid® and DanteTM.

There are different configurations of Symphony I/O Mk II suitable for all types of studios: home studio, project studio, commercial recording studio and scoring stage.

You can choose from four basic I/O configurations: 2×6, 8×8, 16×16 and 8×8 with 8 mic preamps, and easily expand your system as your studio grows.
With two slots for conversion modules and the ability to have up to 32 inputs and outputs per unit, Symphony I/O Mk II offers the best value for money of any interface in its category.

Apogee engineers have always put all their passion into improving each new flagship product, using cutting-edge electrical components and circuit optimization designs that often exceed the manufacturers’ expectations. This is the advantage of Apogee devices!
Symphony I/O Mk II represents the culmination of 30 years of commitment and constant product improvement, offering even greater audio clarity and sonic transparency than any previously released device. In fact, when equipped with the new 8×8 Mk II or 16×16 Mk II I/O modules, Symphony I/O Mk II outperforms all other multi-channel audio interfaces for Pro Tools HD or Thunderbolt-based systems, becoming the clear choice for numerous successful artists, producers, authors and engineers.

Thunderbolt: For connecting to a Mac with a Thunderbolt port and using with any Core Audio compatible DAW, such as Logic Pro Up to 32 simultaneous input and output channels per unit, with latency less than 1.35 ms in Logic Pro X (96kHz / 32 buffers).

Specifications

A/D CONVERSION

• THD+N: -115dB @ 23dBu (0.00018%) unweighted
• Dynamic Range: 124dB A weighted
• Maximum input levels:
  +4dB setting: +24dBu
  -10dB setting: +10dBV
• Frequency Response at 44.1kHz: 1-20,000Hz (+/- 0.05dB)
• Input impedance: 10k

D/A CONVERSION

• THD+N: -119dB @ 21dBu (0.00012%) unweighted
• Dynamic Range: 128dB A weighted
• Max output levels – ∞ to +24dBu
• Frequency response at 44.1 kHz: dc to 20kHz (+/- 0.05dB)
• Output impedance: 50 Ohm