Apogee Electronics Symphony Mk II 8×8 + 16×16 – 8 Mic/Line In x 16 Line In x 24 Line Out Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface with 6 x DB25 + AES, ADAT/SPDIF/SMUX Optical & 2 x SPDIF Coax [Atmos Ready]

OVERVIEW

Flagship Audio Performance for Professional Studios

The Apogee Electronics Symphony Mk II 8×8 + 16×16 delivers the renowned sound quality and flexibility of the Symphony Mk II platform in a powerful hybrid I/O configuration. Combining an 8-channel Mic/Line input module with a 16×16 line I/O module, the system provides 8 Mic/Line inputs, 16 line inputs and 24 line outputs, making it an ideal solution for large-scale recording, mixing and mastering environments where extensive analogue connectivity is essential.

Flexible Modular I/O and Professional Connectivity

Built around Apogee’s modular Symphony Mk II architecture, the system combines six DB25 connections with an AES connection, an optical SPDIF/ADAT/SMUX interface and dual coaxial SPDIF, offering up to 32 channels of modular analogue I/O while maintaining ultra-low-latency performance and intuitive touchscreen control. The included Thunderbolt 3 connectivity provides a high-performance connection to compatible computer systems, while the Symphony platform supports additional connectivity options including Pro Tools HD, Dante and SoundGrid, depending on the installed configuration.

Ready for Immersive Audio

Symphony Mk II Thunderbolt features Monitor Workflows designed to simplify professional monitoring for Dolby Atmos, Sony 360 Reality Audio and other immersive audio formats. With the ability to control up to 32 speaker outputs, the Symphony Mk II provides the flexibility required for sophisticated surround and immersive monitoring environments, while Apogee’s flagship conversion delivers the clarity, dynamic range and precision needed for critical listening.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

24 Channels of Analogue I/O

The 8×8 + 16×16 configuration combines 8 Mic/Line inputs with 16 line inputs and 24 line outputs, providing extensive analogue connectivity for professional studios and complex hardware-based production setups.

Flagship Apogee Conversion

Symphony Mk II features Apogee’s flagship AD/DA conversion, delivering exceptionally low distortion, high dynamic range and accurate, transparent audio reproduction for demanding recording, mixing and mastering applications.

Modular I/O Architecture

The Symphony Mk II platform supports up to 32 channels of modular analogue I/O, allowing configurations to be tailored to different studio requirements and workflows.

Ready for Immersive Audio

Thunderbolt Monitor Workflows make it possible to configure and operate monitoring systems for Dolby Atmos, Sony 360 Reality Audio and other immersive audio formats, with support for controlling up to 32 speaker outputs.

Ultra-Low-Latency Performance

Designed for professional production environments, Symphony Mk II provides ultra-low-latency performance for responsive recording and monitoring workflows.

Intuitive Touchscreen Control

The integrated touchscreen display provides intuitive access to essential interface and monitoring controls, making it easy to manage settings directly from the hardware.

Professional Connectivity

Symphony Mk II supports a range of professional connectivity options, including Thunderbolt, Pro Tools HD, Dante and SoundGrid, depending on the installed configuration.

Designed and Built in the USA

Symphony Mk II is designed and built in the USA for professional audio applications where long-term performance and reliability are essential.

FEATURES

• Designed and built in the USA
• Connectivity options include Pro Tools HD, Dante, Thunderbolt and SoundGrid
• Flagship Apogee AD/DA conversion
• 8 Mic/Line inputs
• 16 line inputs
• 24 line outputs
• 1 x 8×8 Connect 8 + 1 x 16x16SE I/O configuration
• Thunderbolt 3 connectivity
• Up to 32 channels of modular analogue I/O
• Ultra-low-latency performance
• Intuitive touchscreen display
• 6 x DB25 connectors
• 1 x AES digital connection
• 1 x optical SPDIF/ADAT/SMUX I/O connection
• 2 x coaxial SPDIF connections
• Immersive audio monitoring with Symphony I/O Mk II Thunderbolt Monitor Workflows
• Dolby Atmos and Sony 360 Reality Audio support
• Control of up to 32 speaker outputs
• Apogee Perfect Symmetry Circuitry (PSC) on balanced outputs
• Constant Current Drive™ headphone technology
• 1 stereo 1/4″ headphone output on the front panel
• Optional world-class microphone preamps
• Designed and built in the USA
• Connectivity options include Pro Tools HD, Dante, Thunderbolt and SoundGrid

TECHNICAL SPECS

Analogue I/O

Configuration: 8 Mic/Line In x 16 Line In x 24 Line Out

I/O Modules: 1 x Connect 8 + 1 x 16x16SE

Expansion: Modular I/O architecture, up to 32 channels

Analog Inputs: 8 mic/line + 16 line

Analog Outputs: 24 line

Analog-to-Digital Conversion

THD+N: -115dB @ 22dBu (0.00020%), unweighted

Dynamic Range: 122dB A-weighted

Maximum Input Level (+4dB setting): +24dBu

Maximum Input Level (-10dB setting): +6dBV

Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz ±0.05dB @ 44.1kHz

Input Impedance: 10kΩ

Digital-to-Analog Conversion

THD+N: -119dB @ 21dBu (0.00014%), unweighted

Dynamic Range: 126dB A-weighted

Maximum Output Level: ∞ to +24dBu

Frequency Response: DC–20kHz ±0.05dB @ 44.1kHz

Output Impedance: 50Ω

Output Circuitry: Apogee proprietary Perfect Symmetry Circuitry (PSC)

Output Configuration: Balanced

Headphone Output

Outputs: 1 stereo 1/4″ headphone output on front panel

THD+N: -110dB @ 19dBu into 600Ω (80mW)

THD+N: -101dB @ 14dBu into 32Ω (470mW)

Dynamic Range: 121dB A-weighted

Technology: Apogee Constant Current Drive™

Digital Connectivity

DB25: 6 connectors

AES: 1 connection

Optical: 1 x SPDIF/ADAT/SMUX

Coaxial: 2 x SPDIF

Host Connection: Thunderbolt 3

Additional Connectivity Options:

• Pro Tools HD
• Dante
• SoundGrid

Immersive Audio

Monitor Workflows: Symphony I/O Mk II Thunderbolt Monitor Workflows

Immersive Formats: Dolby Atmos, Sony 360 Reality Audio and other immersive audio systems

Speaker Outputs: Up to 32

Power

Power Requirements: 90–240VAC, 50–60Hz

Power Consumption: 150W

Operating System & Compatibility

Thunderbolt: macOS 10.10 and later

Pro Tools HD/HDX: Mac or PC running Pro Tools HD 9 or later

Symphony Mk II Dante: Also compatible with PC

Included Configuration

1 x Symphony Mk II Chassis

1 x Connect 8 I/O Module

1 x 16x16SE I/O Module

1 x Thunderbolt 3 Card

DOWNLOADS

• User Guide PDF (6.87 MB)