Essential Information About the Apogee Symphony Desktop Audio Interface
- Conversion and "Symphony I/O Mk II" circuitry in a desktop format with 10 inputs x 14 outputs, ready for Mac, Windows, and iPad Pro.
- Two high-end microphone preamps with up to +75 dB gain, variable impedance, and FET stage instrument DI input for clean and musical recordings.
- Built-in DSP for preamp emulation (British Solid State, American Tube 1950s) and the "Symphony ECS" channel strip with EQ, compression, and saturation, all with ultra-low latency.
- Intuitive touchscreen, dual assignable headphone outputs, and USB-C/USB-A connectivity, plus ADAT/S/PDIF optical expansion.
"Symphony" Sound in a Portable Format
Symphony Desktop condenses Apogee's sonic DNA, popularized by the reference rack "Symphony I/O Mk II," into a compact desktop interface. You benefit from the same high-end conversion philosophy and meticulous analog design, now accessible on your mixing desk or in your backpack for mobile sessions.
Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses?
Ideal for producers, musicians, podcasters, and demanding creators, Symphony Desktop excels at recording vocals, guitars (thanks to the FET DI), virtual instruments, and mixing. Its dual assignable headphone outputs facilitate two-person sessions, while ultra-low latency and DSP effects allow recording "with the mix sound" without overloading the computer.
Features Designed for Modern Workflow
The microphone preamps offer a wide gain range and adjustable impedance to optimize each microphone's performance. The built-in emulations-"British Solid State" and "American Tube" 1950s colors-add character right at the source, with the option to monitor or print these textures.
On the processing side, the "Symphony ECS Channel Strip" combines EQ, compression, and saturation to quickly sculpt a radio-ready sound. The 24-bit/192 kHz conversion, inherited from the Symphony series, ensures precise stereo imaging, wide dynamics, and respected transients.
The comprehensive connectivity-two combo XLR/TRS inputs, TRS monitor outputs, dual headphone outputs, ADAT and S/PDIF optical I/O-adapts equally well to a home studio or an expanding setup. The touchscreen streamlines navigation, while Mac, Windows, and iPad Pro compatibility opens the door to hybrid workflows.
Technical Specifications
Audio and DSP
- Resolution: 24-bit / 192 kHz
- Two microphone preamps with up to +75 dB gain and variable impedance
- DSP for preamp emulations: British Solid State, American Tube (1950s)
- "Symphony ECS" channel strip (EQ, compressor, saturation)
- Ultra-low latency recording with DSP hardware plugins and Apogee FX
Analog Inputs
- 2 mic/line inputs on XLR/TRS combos
- 1 FET stage instrument DI input (6.3 mm TS jack)
Analog Outputs
- 2 monitor outputs (6.3 mm TRS jack)
- 2 assignable stereo headphone outputs: 3.5 mm mini-jack TRS and 6.3 mm jack
Digital Inputs/Outputs
- Optical I/O: ADAT and S/PDIF
Connectivity and Control
- USB-A host port and USB-C port
- MIDI via USB
- Dynamic display on touchscreen
Compatibility
- macOS 10.12 minimum
- Windows 10 Anniversary minimum
- iOS 13 minimum (iPad Pro)
Included Software
- "Symphony ECS Channel Strip" plugin (native)
- "Symphony Reverb" plugin (native)
Power Supply and Accessories
- External 12 V DC power supply
- 2 USB cables included
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