Apogee Symphony I/O Mk II 8x8+8MP Thunderbolt Audio Interface

Loaded with a Connect 8x8 Mic Pre module, this Symphony I/O MkII offers 8 preamps with Apogee's Advanced Step Gain Architecture for 72 dB of pristine gain.

Overview

The Apogee Symphony I/O Mk II 8x8+8MP Thunderbolt audio interface delivers Symphony-quality sound with robust, high-performance AD/DA converters and Apogee's Advanced Step Gain Architecture mic preamps at an unprecedented price. Using cutting edge components and a simplified, optimized analog circuit design, Apogee engineers are able to place more AD/DA converters and mic preamps on a single module board. The result is a single Symphony I/O Mk II with 8 mic preamps (expandable to 16) at an unprecedented price for Symphony Quality and an extremely competitive price for the market. With industry leading sound quality and scalable Thunderbolt I/O, the Symphony Connect series is the ideal choice for broadcast, live sound, education, post, house of worship and recording studio facilities.

Symphony I/O Mk II is a multi-channel audio interface featuring Apogee's flagship AD/DA conversion, modular I/O, 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.

This version of the Symphony I/O Mk II includes Thunderbolt I/O. With its option card flexibility, Symphony I/O Mk II can provide direct connectivity to one of 4 different platforms - Thunderbolt(TM), Pro Tools(R) HD, Dante(TM)+ Pro Tools(R) HD, or Waves SoundGrid network.

Apogee engineers have made it their passion to improve every flagship… read more product by using the latest in electrical components and designing optimized circuitry that often exceeds the expectations of the component manufacturer. The Apogee Symphony I/O Mk II is the culmination of this 30 year commitment and raises the bar on all Apogee products before it with even better audio clarity and sonic transparency. In fact, when equipped with either the 8 or 16 modules, Symphony I/O Mk II outperforms all other multi-channel audio interfaces available for Pro Tools HD, network or Thunderbolt based systems, making it the flagship audio interface for the entire professional audio industry and the obvious choice for countless GRAMMY winning artists, producers, songwriters and engineers.

Features:

- Symphony analog input with Advanced Stepped Gain mic preamp and Industry leading A/D Conversion
- 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 (2.4k/10k ohms) 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 -- fewer components, higher channel count, same flagship audio quality
- With 8 flagship mic preamps installed, expandable to 16
- Best AD/DA conversion of any Thunderbolt audio interface
- Best per-channel value of any interface in its category
- Ultra-low latency performance
- Intuitive touchscreen display and front panel control
- Designed in California, Built in the U.S.A.

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Specs

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: 44.1 - 192 kHz

Compatibility: macOS

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

Power: 90-240VAC, 50-60Hz, 150W

Analog to Digital:
- THD+N: -115dB @ 22dBu (0.00020%) unweighted
- 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: -119dB @ 21dBu (0.00014%) unweighted
- Dynamic Range: 126dB A weighted
- Max output levels - ()() to +24dBu
- Frequency response at 44.1 kHz: dc to 20kHz (+/- 0.05dB)
- Output impedance: 50 Ohm
- Outputs are balanced through Apogee's proprietary Perfect Symmetry Circuitry (PSC)
Headphone Output:
- 1 stereo 1/4\0x2033 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(TM) provides smooth frequency response with any headphones
Operating System:
- Thunderbolt: Mac OS only 10.10 and above
- HD: Any Mac or PC running Pro Tools HD 9 or greater
Software Compatibility:
- Thunderbolt: Logic Pro or any Core Audio compatible application on Mac OS X
- HD: Pro Tools HD 9 or greater
Package Contents:
- Symphony I/O Mk II Interface
- Power Cable
- Quick Start Guide
- Warranty Booklet
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
- I/O Module Box: Inches: 13.75 x 12.25 x 3.25, Centimeters: 34.9 x 31.1 x 8.3

Dimensions and Weight in Packaging
Base Item: Shipping Weight: 18 lbs; Shipping Dimensions: 23 x 18 x 10 in; Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): SYM2-CONNECT-8X8MP