Apogee have announced the launch of the Symphony Studio Series, a new range of audio interfaces that they say have been designed to empower artists, producers and engineers with the the legendary Apogee sound and performance while offering extraordinary value. Comprising three products that offer a variety of I/O configurations, the new line-up caters to traditional studio setups as well as offering a no-compromise entry point to immersive mixing.
Key Features
Onboard DSP means that EQ, dynamics and saturation can be applied to the interfaces' inputs using the Apogee Symphony Studio Channel Strip plug-in.All of the new interfaces boast the same technical performance, differing only in the amount of I/O available and monitoring formats supported. The built-in mic preamps offer 75dB of clean gain, and each input benefits from Symphony Studio Channel Strip, a powerful input DSP plug-in that offers a range of analogue-style EQ, compression and saturation processing at near-zero latency.
The interfaces also include some comprehensive monitoring control capabilities thanks to Apogee’s Control 2 software application, and DSP at the output stage means that users can fine-tune their setup using the Symphony Studio’s onboard Room EQ, Bass Management and Speaker Delay functions. For those who prefer a physical controller, the interface’s can be paired with the optional Apogee Control Remote, which is equipped with eight customisable buttons that can be used to adjust levels and recall different monitoring setups.
Thanks to class-compliant USB-C connectivity, the Studio Symphony Series offer plug-and-play compatibility with both Windows and macOS systems.
Configurations
The Symphony Studio Series is available in three versions:
- Symphony Studio 8x8: Equipped with eight mic/line inputs and eight line outputs — intended for surround mixing and hybrid studios using analogue outboard gear.
- Symphony Studio 2x12: Designed for Atmos mixing and listening rooms, this version features two mic/line inputs and 12 line outputs, and offers support for 7.1.4 Atmos configurations.
- Symphony Studio 8x16: Capable of 9.1.6 Atmos mixing or hybrid mixing and recording in professional studios, this version is equipped with eight mic/line inputs and 16 line outputs.
"The Symphony Studio Series marks a significant expansion of our product line, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to growth and development. We’ve created a new standard for affordable, high-end audio, making it easier than ever for aspiring and established professionals alike to experience the pristine audio quality Apogee is known for.” - Betty Bennett, Founder and CEO, Apogee
Pricing & Availability
The Symphony Studio Series interfaces are available now, with pricing as follows:
- Symphony Studio 8x8: $2,799£2699
- Symphony Studio 2x12: $1999£1929
- Symphony Studio 8x16: $3499£3399
Prices include VAT.
