Apogee Symphony MKII 8x8 I/O Thunderbolt Audio Interface

Get Quality Performance with the Apogee Symphony MKII 8x8 I/O Thunderbolt Audio Interface

Symphony I/O Mk II is a multi-channel audio interface featuring Apogee’s 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. With its option card flexibility, Symphony I/O Mk II can provide direct connectivity to one of 4 different platforms – Thunderbolt™, Pro Tools® HD, Dante™+ Pro Tools® HD, or Waves SoundGrid network.

• Best AD/DA conversion of any Thunderbolt™ audio interface
• Up to 32 channels of modular analog I/O with optional mic preamps
• Best per-channel value of any interface in its category
• Choice of Thunderbolt (Mac), Pro Tools® HD (Mac/PC), Dante™+ Pro Tools HD (Mac/PC, or Waves SoundGrid (Mac/PC) connectivity
• Ultra-low latency performance – 1.35 ms with Thunderbolt and Logic Pro X
• Advanced Monitor Workflows featuring plug and play Atmos configuration
• All new, highly customizable Symphony Control software provides easy access to all I/O parameters
• Intuitive touchscreen display and front panel control
• Designed in California, Built in the U.S.A.

SPECIFICATIONS

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-inch 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
• HD: Any Mac or PC running 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

Connection:

• Thunderbolt cable (Sold separately)

Performance:

• 44.1kHz – 192kHz
• Latency: 1.35 ms with Logic Pro X (96 kHz / 32 buffer)

Computer:

• Thunderbolt-enabled Mac computer, including Mac Pro, MacBook Pro, Mac mini, iMac & MacBook Air
• Operating System: Mac OS 10.9.5 or greater

Control:

• Maestro app (included in software)

Manufacturer: Apogee
Model: SYM2-8X8S2
SKU: I400631-N-10-WHXB
UPC: 805676301556

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