Apogee Symphony I/O Mk II 16x16 SE Thunderbolt Audio Interface

Apogee Symphony I/O Mk II 16x16 SE Thunderbolt Audio Interface, New, Action Position Front

Apogee Symphony I/O Mk II 16x16 SE Thunderbolt Audio Interface, New, Grill Detail Front

Hear every detail with Apogee's best-performing conversion ever! Made for immersive formats like Dolby Atmos, this Symphony model includes 16x16 analog I/O.

Overview

The flagship audio interface with Thunderbolt from Apogee, the Symphony I/O Mk II 16x16 SE delivers Apogee's best-performing conversion ever. With a greater dynamic range and a lower total harmonic distortion, your listening experience will forever change.

Mastering engineer Will Borza on the Apogee Symphony I/O Special Edition 16x16:

Built for Immersive Audio

Start working with Immersive audio systems without needing an external monitor controller, thanks to Symphony I/O's Monitor Workflow.

20% More Efficient

In a masterful feat of electrical engineering, the 16×16 SE I/O module has fewer parts than its predecessor while also running about 20% more efficiently. That means a cooler running interface, even when expanded to a fully loaded 32×32 chassis.

Eddie Kramer x Symphony I/O Mk II 16x16 SE

Eddie Kramer is one of the most renowned recording engineers and music producers in all of rock 'n' roll history, best known for his work with iconic rock bands in the 1960s and 1970s (Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, KISS, etc.). He recently upgraded his studio with the Symphony I/O Mk II 16×16 Special Edition, which sets a new standard in pro audio quality.

Eddie Kramer on the Apogee Symphony I/O Special Edition 16x16:

Jacob Proctor x Symphony I/O Mk II 16x16 SE

Meet Jake Proctor, a multi award winning Salt Lake City-based Sound Designer, Film Mixer, Foley Artist, Post Production supervisor and all around sonic storyteller.

Whether he’s out in… read more the wilderness capturing custom sounds, building soundscapes in his studio, or mixing in Dolby Atmos on his stage, Jake is obsessed with using sound to tell great stories. Discover Jake’s unique workspace, wildly inventive techniques and technical journey upgrading Strawberry Sound for Dolby Atmos mixing, powered by the Symphony I/O MkII.

Jake Proctor on the Apogee Symphony I/O Special Edition 16x16:

Getting Started Mixing in Dolby Atmos

Learn about mixing in stereo and Dolby Atmos at the same time, how to use Symphony I/O Mk II's Monitor Workflow, and how to calibrate your room for Dolby Atmos with Symphony I/O Mk II and Sonarworks SoundID Reference software:

Getting Started with Dolby Atmos & Symphony I/O Mk II Thunderbolt | Monitor Workflow Update:

Setting up Dolby Atmos with Logic Pro and Symphony I/O Mk II Thunderbolt :

How to calibrate your room for Dolby Atmos with Symphony I/O Mk II and Sonarworks SoundID Reference :

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Specs

Inputs:
- Analog IN: 16 balanced inputs on 2 DSUB 25-pin connectors
- Coax IN: S/PDIF on 1 RCA connector

Outputs:
- Analog OUT: 16 balanced outputs on 2 DSUB 25-pin connectors
- Coax OUT: Supports SPDIF on 1 RCA connector

Connection: Thunderbolt

Performance: 44.1 – 192 kHz

Compatibility: macOS

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

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

Dimensions and Weight in Packaging
Base Item: Shipping Weight: 18 lbs; Shipping Dimensions: 23 x 18 x 10 in; Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): SYM2-16X16SE