Apogee

Apogee Symphony I/O Mk II Thunderbolt (8X8)

  • Overview
  • Tech Specs

The Apogee Electronics Symphony I/O Mk II SoundGrid Chassis with 8x8 Analog I/O and 8x8 Digital I/O is a SoundGrid-compatible audio interface designed to deliver flexible inputs and outputs and Ethernet connectivity to computers and SoundGrid devices for recording and mixing engineers in broadcast, post-production, studio, and live stage applications. The included I/O card provides eight channels of analog inputs and outputs via DB25 connectors, eight channels of AES/EBU and optical digital I/O, and stereo S/PDIF.

Its RJ45 port and BNC word clock I/O ensure simple hook-up of SoundGrid compatible devices, and the stereo 1/4" headphone jack enables efficient and consistent monitoring with headphones of varied impedances. Ultra-low latency operation allows for A/D and D/A conversion without distracting delay. Connect a SoundGrid server (available separately) to record and mix with your SoundGrid-compatible plug-ins without taxing your computer's CPU. Configure and control the Symphony via the free SoundGrid Studio app or utilize the color touchscreen display and large rotary control on the front panel.

Analog to Digital

ADC THD+N: -114 dB @ 22 dBu (0.00020%)
Dynamic Range: 122 dB (A weighted)
Maximum Input Levels:
+4 dB Setting: +24 dBu
-10dB Setting: +6 dBV
Frequency Response at 44.1 kHz: 1 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.05 dB)
Input impedance: 10 kOhms


Digital to Analog

DAC THD+N: -117 dB @ 21 dBu (0.00014%)
Dynamic Range: 129 dB (A weighted)
Max Output Levels: -∞ to +24 dBu
Frequency Response at 44.1 kHz: DC to 20 kHz (±0.05 dB)
Output Impedance: 25 Ohms
Outputs are balanced through Apogee's proprietary Perfect Symmetry Circuitry (PSC)


Headphone Output

Headphone Stereo Headphone Output (Front Panel): 1/4" / 6.35 mm
THD+N:
-110 dB @ 19 dBu into 600 Ohm (=80 mW)
-101 dB @ 14 dBu into 32 Ohm (=470 mW)
Dynamic Range: 121 dB (A weighted)
Output: Apogee's proprietary Constant Current Drive provides smooth frequency response with any headphones


System Requirements

System Requirements Computer: Thunderbolt-equipped Mac
Memory: 4 GB RAM minimum, 8 GB RAM recommended
OS X 10.9.5 or greater
Thunderbolt cable (sold separately)


General Specifications

Power 90 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 150 W
Dimensions (W x D x H) Without Rack Ears: 17.8 x 11.5 x 3.5" / 450.9 x 292.1 x 88.9 mm
With Rack Ears: 19.0 x 11.5 x 3.5" / 482.6 x 292.1 x 88.9 mm
Weight Not specified by manufacturer

Product Highlights
  • Ethernet Interface Connectivity
  • Ultra-Low Latency
  • DB25 Analog I/O
  • AES/EBU, Optical, and S/PDIF I/O
  • Compatible with SoundGrid Servers
  • Control via SoundGrid Studio App
  • Stereo 1/4" Headphone Jack
  • Color Touchscreen Display
  • Large Front-Panel Control