Apogee Electronics SYM2-16X16S2-SG Symphony I/O MKII SoundGrid® Chassis with 16 Analog In +16 Analog Out

A member of Apogee's Symphony I/O Mk II system family, the Apogee SYM2-16X16S2-SG is a hardware Chassis designed to provide seamless interfacing with the Waves SoundGrid network, and featuring 16 Analog In +16 Analog Out. It offers 16 channels of simultaneous I/O.

Ultimate Sound Quality Meets Powerful DSP-Enabled Networking: The industry-leading sound quality of Symphony I/O Mk II can easily be connected to your computer, shared between multiple rooms and/or computers, plus it can be supercharged with almost infinite real-time DSP power when working with Waves SoundGrid servers – all via a simple ethernet connection. The Symphony I/O Mk II SoundGrid can integrate seamlessly with all DAWs, offering you endless possibilities and choices for every size of workflow setup: studio, live sound, and post-production.

Including Apogee's flagship AD/DA conversion process, Symphony I/O Mk II is a multi-channel audio interface that also comes equipped with modular I/O (up to 32 inputs and outputs), as well as intuitive touchscreen display, and optional world-class microphone preamps (preamps available separately). It's the ultimate music production centerpiece for any modern studio, made to bring professional sound quality to audio recording, mixing, and mastering situations. The Symphony I/O Mk II comes with direct connectivity to one of three different platforms – Thunderbolt™, Pro Tools® HD or Waves SoundGrid® network (this particular product supports the Waves SoundGrid® network, Thunderbolt and Pro Tools HD configurations sold separately).

You'll find that there's a Symphony I/O Mk II solution that's best for everyone. From home or project studios, on up to commercial recording studios and scoring stages. You can choose from 4 base I/O configurations – 2×6, 8×8, 16×16, or 8×8 – with 8 mic preamps, then easily expand your setup along with your studio as it grows. The Symphony I/O Mk II offers the best per-channel value of any interface in its category with two module slots and the capacity for up to 32 inputs and outputs of A/D & D/A conversion per unit. Contact your Sales Pro for more information about options and expandability.

Includes:

• 16×16 Analog I/O (Mk II) Card

Apogee SYM2-16X16S2-SG Feature Highlights:

• Expandable, starting with Base I/O configuration, and grows with your studio
• Up to 32 channels of modular analog I/O with optional 8 mic preamps per Symphony
• Connect Symphony I/O Mk II via Ethernet cable to computer(s) and/or SoundGrid-compatible devices
• Sync audio between multiple computers, DAWs and rooms (Mac or PC)
• Near-zero latency recording with any SoundGrid compatible plugins*
• Mix with near unlimited plugin power*
  • *Requires Waves SoundGrid server
• Best per-channel value of any interface in its category
• Setup and advanced control with Waves SoundGrid Studio application*
  • *Available as free download from Waves
• Ideal for studio facilities, live sound, Broadcast, and post-production
• Designed in California, Built in the U.S.A.

Apogee SYM2-16X16S2-SG Specifications:

• Inputs:
  • Analog IN: 16 balanced inputs on 2 DSUB 25-pin connectors
  • Coax IN: S/PDIF on 1 RCA connector
• Outputs:
  • Analog OUT: 16 balanced outputs on 2 DSUB 25-pin connectors
  • Coax OUT: Supports SPDIF on 1 RCA connector
• Connection: Ethernet
• Performance: 44.1kHz – 96kHz
• Computer platform: Mac or PC
• Control: Waves SoundGrid Studio Application (free download from Waves) or Front panel touchscreen

Apogee Symphony I/O Mk II General Specifications:

• Analog to Digital:
  • THD+N: -115 dB @ 22 dBu (0.00020%) unweighted
  • Dynamic range: 122 dB A-weighted
  • Maximum input levels:
    • +4 dB setting: +24 dBu
    • -10 dB setting: +6 dBV
  • Frequency response at 44.1 kHz: 1-20,000 Hz (+/- 0.05 dB)
  • Input impedance: 10 kOhms
• Digital to Analog:
  • THD+N: -119dB @ 21dBu (0.00014%) unweighted
  • Dynamic Range: 126 dB A-weighted
  • Max output levels – 8 to +24 dBu
  • Frequency response at 44.1 kHz: dc to 20 kHz (+/- 0.05 dB)
  • Output impedance: 25 Ohm
  • Outputs are balanced through Apogee's proprietary Perfect Symmetry Circuitry (PSC)
• Headphone Output:
  • (1) stereo ¼" headphone output on front panel
  • THD+N:
    • -110dB @19 dBu into 600 Ohms (=80mW)
    • -101dB @14 dBu into 32 Ohms (=470mW)
  • Dynamic Range: 121 db A-weighted
  • Output: Apogee's proprietary Constant Current Drive™ provides smooth frequency response with any headphones
• Power: 90-240VAC, 50 - 60 Hz, 150W
• Packaging Dimensions:
  • Symphony I/O Chassis Box: 22.875" x 17.75" x 9.25" (58.1 x 45.1 x 23.5cm)
  • I/O Module Box: 13.75" x 12.25" x 3.25" (34.9 x 31.1 x 8.3cm)