Apogee Electronics Symphony Desktop 10x14 USB-C Audio Interface

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Key Features

  • Experience pristine audio quality with this 10x14 USB-C audio interface.
  • Achieve ultra-low latency for seamless recording and real-time monitoring.
  • Connect mics, instruments, and more with versatile analog & digital I/O.
  • Elevate your studio recordings with the Symphony ECS Channel Strip plugin.
  • Enjoy high-resolution audio up to 192kHz/24-bit for professional results.
  • Create on your iPad Pro or iPhone with mobile device compatibility.
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Apogee Electronics Symphony Desktop Specifications

General

General

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  • Form Factor

    Desktop

  • Display

    Touchscreen

  • Channels of I/O

    Analog: 2 Input / 6 Output at 192 kHz
    Digital: 8 Input / 8 Output at 48 kHz

  • Maximum Sampling Rate

    192 kHz / 24-Bit

  • Number of Microphone Preamps

    2 Preamps

  • Input Level Adjustment

    1x Knob

  • Expansion Slots

    None

Signal Processing

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  • Pad

    None

  • Gain/Trim Range

    Mic Inputs: Up to +75 dB

  • High-Pass Filter

    None

  • Solo/Mute

    None

Connectivity

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  • Analog Audio I/O

    2x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced Mic/Line Input
    1x 1/4" TS Unbalanced Hi-Z Input (Front Panel)
    2x 1/4" TRS Balanced Monitor Output
    1x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output (Front Panel)
    1x 1/8" (3.5mm) TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output

  • Phantom Power

    48 V, Selectable On/Off (Selectable on Individual Inputs)

  • Digital Audio I/O

    1x TOSLINK Optical ADAT / S/PDIF Input
    1x TOSLINK Optical ADAT / S/PDIF Output

  • Host Connection / USB

    1x USB-C

  • Host Connection Protocol

    USB 2.0

  • USB (Non-Host)

    1x USB-A (Update)

  • Sync I/O

    None

  • Network I/O

    None

  • MIDI I/O

    None

Performance

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  • Frequency Response

    A/D Converters: 10 Hz to 20 kHz +/-0.2 dB (at 44.1 kHz)
    D/A Converters: 10 Hz to 20 kHz +/-0.05 dB (at 44.1 kHz)

  • Maximum Input Level

    Mic Inputs:
    +20 dBu

    Hi-Z Inputs:
    +14 dBu

    A/D Converters:
    +20 dBu (+4 dBu)
    +6 dBV (-10 dBV)

  • Maximum Output Level

    D/A Converters:
    +20 dBu (+4 dBu)
    +6 dBV (-10 dBV)

  • Headphone Output Power

    520 mW into 30 Ohms (Max)
    90 mW into 600 Ohms (Max)

  • Impedance

    Mic Inputs:
    150 to 4000 Ohms

    Hi-Z Inputs:
    220 Kilohms
    470 Kilohms
    20 Megohms

    A/D Converters:
    4 Kilohms

    D/A Converters:
    50 Ohms

    Headphone Outputs:
    0.5 Ohms

  • Dynamic Range

    A/D Converters:
    123 dB (A-Weighted)

    D/A Converters:
    129 dB (A-Weighted)

    Headphone Outputs:
    128 dB (A-Weighted)

  • THD+N

    A/D Converters:
    -113 dB

    D/A Converters:
    -114 dB

    Headphone Outputs:
    -111 dB (600-Ohm Load)

  • EIN

    Mic Inputs: 129 dB (150-Ohm Source, +60 dB Gain)

Digital Audio

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  • Sample Rates

    Up to 192 kHz

  • Sample Rate Conversion

    None

  • Bit Depths

    24-Bit

  • Sync Sources

    ADAT, Internal, S/PDIF

Audio Storage & Playback

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  • Memory Card Slot

    None

Compatibility

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  • OS Compatibility

    iOS 13
    macOS 10.14.6 or Later
    Windows 10.2004 or Later

  • Included Software

    None

  • Compatible Software (Not Included)

    Any Core Audio (Mac) Compliant Software

  • Included Plug-Ins

    Preamp & Channel Strip:
    Symphony ECS Channel Strip

    Reverb & Room:
    Clear mountain's Spaces

    Dynamics:
    Opto 3-A
    Mod Comp

    Equalization:
    Pultec EQP-1A
    Pultec MEQ-5
    Mod EQ-6

  • Supported Drivers/API & Plug-Ins

    Proprietary

  • Processor Requirement

    Intel Core i7

  • RAM Requirements

    4GB, 8GB Recommended

  • Mobile Device Compatibility

    iPad Pro (with USB-C)
    iPhone

  • Required Hardware

    Available USB-A Port
    USB Cable (Included)

  • Internet Connection

    Required for Registration, Software/Driver Download

  • Power Requirements

    AC/DC Power Adapter (Included)

  • AC/DC Power Adapter

    9 to 16 VDC (Included)

  • Power Consumption

    30 W

Physical

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  • Anti-Theft Features

    None

  • Certifications

    CE, FCC

  • Dimensions

    8 x 4.75 x 2.5" (20.3 x 12.06 x 6.3cm)

  • Weight

    1.8 lbs (816.46g)

  • UPC Code

    805676306896

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NAMM 2020: Apogee Reveals New Symphony Desktop Interface

The new Apogee Symphony Desktop brings the power and sound quality of the brand’s rack-mount Symphony I/O Mk II into a compact, 10x14 desktop audio interface. The Symphony, announced at this week's NAMM 2020 show, gives musicians and produc...
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About Apogee Electronics Symphony Desktop

What's Included in the February 2022 Symphony Desktop Release
• Apogee ModEQ 6, ModComp and Opto-3A plugins are now fully supported in the Apogee Channel FX plugin wrapper for Symphony Desktop.
• Full control of all Apogee Native/Hardware DSP DualPath plugins from the Symphony Desktop's Touchscreen Control.
• All Apogee Hardware DSP plugins are now available on all 8 Optical Inputs (8 when using ADAT, 4 when using SMUX, 2 when using S/PDIF) this includes:
• Symphony ECS Channel Strip
• Pultec EQP-1A
• Pultec MEQ-5
• ModEQ-6
• ModComp
• Opto-3A
• All Hardware DSP versions of Apogee FX plugins are included for free in this upgrade for existing users and with the new purchases of Symphony Desktop.
• Symphony ECS Channel Strip native plugin is also included with Symphony Desktop
• The complete suite of Apogee FX Native plugins is available at point of purchase with Symphony Desktop at a discount of 50% off.

Note: A valid iLok license is required to run Apogee FX native plugins:
• TSymphony ECS Channel Strip
• TPultec EQP-1A
• TPultec MEQ-5
• TModEQ-6
• TModComp
• TOpto-3A
• In the Monitor FX Rack of the Apogee Channel FX plugin wrapper for Symphony Desktop.

The most up-to-date information, including Step by Step Setup instructions, the latest User's Guides, and the Features Release Schedule, for this is available on Apogee website

The Sound Of A Symphony On Your Desktop.

Symphony Desktop for Mac and Windows packs the legendary sound quality of Apogee’s rack-mount Symphony I/O Mk II into an elegant and inspiring 10x14 audio interface that sits on your desk and fits in your bag. With Symphony Desktop, musicians and producers are empowered to record, overdub and mix with the music industry’s most respected AD/DA converters and mic preamps.

The Sound Of A Symphony On Your Desktop.

New Features. Superior Performance.

With upgrades like mic preamp emulation, the Symphony ECS Channel Strip plugin and ultra low latency recording with hardware DSP and Apogee native FX plugins, Symphony Desktop will amplify your creativity in your studio or on the go and give your recordings the Apogee sound quality advantage.

New Features. Superior Performance.

Legendary Sound Quality.

Like every product in the Symphony line, Symphony Desktop benefits from Apogee’s core mission to design the finest performing audio interfaces using cutting edge analog and digital components, carefully selected by ear. While others cut costs and rely on conventional design approaches, we use innovative components and circuit optimization to consistently improve the performance of our products.

Legendary Sound Quality.

Simple, Seamless Control From Device To Daw.

With Symphony Desktop you have a range of intuitive hardware and software control options. From the touch screen and control knob on the device, to the control app on your computer to the focused input and monitor control plugin for your DAW, you can easily access the settings you need to stay in your creative groove.

Simple, Seamless Control From Device To Daw.

Designed To Redefine Professional Portable Recording.

Like its iconic cousins Duet and Quartet, Symphony Desktop embodies an elegant aesthetic and intuitive user interface designed to compliment your studio and inspire your creativity. The streamlined form factor packs Symphony I/O grade rack-mount performance into a compact recording companion that looks great on you desk and the die cast aluminum chassis and treated glass touch screen are rugged and resilient enough for the road.

Designed To Redefine Professional Portable Recording.

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months for parts and 12 months for labor.

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Key Features

  • Experience pristine audio quality with this 10x14 USB-C audio interface.
  • Achieve ultra-low latency for seamless recording and real-time monitoring.
  • Connect mics, instruments, and more with versatile analog & digital I/O.
  • Elevate your studio recordings with the Symphony ECS Channel Strip plugin.
  • Enjoy high-resolution audio up to 192kHz/24-bit for professional results.
  • Create on your iPad Pro or iPhone with mobile device compatibility.

What's in the box:

  • Apogee Electronics Symphony Desktop 10x14 USB-C Audio Interface
  • 12 VDC Power Supply with US/UK/EU/SAA Power Adapters
  • USB Type-C to USB Type-C Cable
  • USB Type-C to USB Type-A Cable
  • USB Thumb Drive
  • (Thunderbolt Cables Not Included)
  • Apogee Electronics 1 Year Limited Warranty