Apogee Electronics Corp. has introduced Symphony I/O, a pro audio interface available with next-generation sound quality, Logic and Pro Tools compatibility and total I/O flexibility. Symphony I/O is the culmination of 25 years of design experience featuring a unique modular based system that can function in Standalone Mode or connect directly to a Mac via any Mac-based audio workstation. With Symphony I/O, the new Symphony System sets an new standard, offers Apogee, with groundbreaking digital audio conversion technology, new Maestro 2 software, multiple I/O options and ultra low latency performance.
With flexible and scalable I/O architecture, the upgraded Symphony System now allows end-users to define a system to their specific needs while benefiting from an incredible feature set. Symphony I/O’s base chassis can accommodate up to 2 I/O modules, creating any combination of analog and digital I/O with USB 2.0, Symphony and Avid’s Pro Tools connectivity. The new Maestro 2 offers integral control of Symphony I/O with clean and clear software interface that makes workflow easy by removing the guesswork from routing, mic pre adjustment, input and output calibration and hardware control. Lastly, connect Symphony I/O to the Symphony 64 PCI or Symphony Mobile Express/34 card for ultra low latency with Apple Logic, and all Apple Core Audio applications.
At a Glance Features:
Symphony I/O
- The latest in Apogee conversion and clocking technologies
- Current I/O Modules include:
- 8 Analog I/O + 8 Optical I/O
- 8 Analog I/O + 8 AES I/O
- 8 Mic Preamp
- 16 Analog IN + 16 Optical OUT
- 16 Analog OUT + 16 Optical IN
- Audio Interface Mode (AIM): Easily configure Symphony I/O from the front panel for these modes:
- Symphony (connect to Symphony PCIe card or Symphony Mobile Express/34 card for ultra low latency use with Logic or any Core Audio application)
- Pro Tools HD (connect directly to Pro Tools PCIe card)
- USB (connect to high-speed USB 2.0 port)
- Standalone (I/O inputs routed directly to I/O outputs)
- Front panel control including two encoder knobs for selectable input gain and output level adjustment and 16 high-resolution meters, audio system and clocking indication
- Two studio-quality headphone outputs
- Four word clock connections
- Future-proof with Ethernet and USB computer connectivity to be available with a future firmware update.
- Available with feet for desktop use or rack ears for rack mounting
Maestro 2
- Allows control of all Apogee hardware inputs, outputs, low latency monitoring and routing paths for single or multiple devices.
- Completely redesigned interface featuring a single window design
- Essential controls such as audio system, clocking, sample rate, headphone output and output level are placed at the top toolbar for quick and easy access.
Symphony I/O Feature Release Schedule:
*NOTE: Features available via downloadable firmware updates and all dates are subject to change.
Release 1 – August 2010
- Symphony I/O Chassis
- 8 Analog I/O + 8 Optical I/O Module
- 8 Analog I/O + 8 AES I/O Module
- Connectivity for up to 2 I/O Modules per Symphony I/O Chassis
- Symphony System Audio Interface Mode
- One Symphony I/O connected to one Symphony 64 PCI card
- Maestro 2
Release 2 – September 2010
- Pro Tools HD Audio Interface Mode – One Symphony I/O, up to 32 channels
- Connection to Symphony Mobile – One Symphony I/O, up to 32 channels
- Standalone Audio Interface Mode*
- Maestro Standalone Routing
- Support for 64-bit kernel*
Release 3 – October 2010
- Up to four Symphony I/Os connected to one Symphony 64 PCI card (32 channels per port) or Pro Tools HD 2*
- Mic Preamp I/O Module
- 16 Analog In + 16 Optical Out I/O Module
- 16 Analog Out + 16 Optical In I/O Module
- Legacy support for X-Symphony equipped X-Series and Rosetta Series converters connected to one Symphony 64 PCI card in addition to one Symphony I/O (32 channels per port)*
- UV22HR
Release 4 – November 2010
- USB Audio Interface Mode*
- Low-latency Mixer enabled in Maestro 2
Release 5 – TBD
- Mic Preamp control via Pro Tools HD or Pro Tools control surface such as ICON
- All Maestro Routing enabled
- SBus support
- Eucon support
- Ethernet functionality
- MADI connectivity
Price: starting at $3,690 list
Contact: Apogee Digital | apogeedigital.com
