{"product_id":"apogee-symphony-i-o-mkii-2x6-se-thunderbolt","title":"Apogee Symphony I\/O MKII Thunderbolt Interface 2x6 SE","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eApogee Symphony I\/O MKII Thunderbolt\u003c\/strong\u003e is the most powerful multi-channel audio interface for Thunderbolt-based Mac workstations. Designed for the home or professional studio running Logic Pro X or any other native based DAW, this system offers your choice of 4 different base I\/O configurations with the option to expand up to 32×32 simultaneous channels per unit while still maintaining incredibly low latency.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 id=\"toc_0\"\u003eREADY FOR IMMERSIVE AUDIO\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eMixing for Dolby Atmos and other immersive 3D formats is rapidly becoming an essential skill for the modern creator and engineer. As streaming services highlight immersive content and record companies require immersive audio deliverables, you may be asking yourself “how do I get started”?\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWith Symphony I\/O Mk II Thunderbolt’s Monitor Workflows, you’ll effortlessly configure and operate your monitoring system for Dolby Atmos, Sony 360 Reality Audio and other immersive audio systems with control of up to 32 Speaker outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWithin each Monitor Workflow, you design the audio flow from your DAW outputs, Symphony internal mixers and hardware inputs to your expanded speaker array. Use these features to customize your Workflow:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSource Routing - Choose Playback (from your DAW), Mixer or Hardware inputs sources for each Speaker output pair.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSpeaker Sets - Create up to 3 Speaker Sets, then instantly toggle between them from Symphony Control software\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSpeaker Level Trim - Creating the perfect level balance between all your speakers\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSpeaker Mute\/Solo - Resolve issues in your configuration quickly with mute and solo buttons\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSpeaker Status Icon- Color coded icons let you see your active speakers at a glance\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn the modern production environment, you need to be able to completely reconfigure your monitoring system at the touch of a button. Symphony I\/O Mk II allows you to create up to 16 Monitor Workflows, then instantly toggle between them from Symphony Control software, the front panel touchscreen, or the Apogee Control hardware remote.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLUG AND PLAY ATMOS WITH LOGIC PRO X\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eGetting started with Dolby Atmos has never been easier using Logic Pro 10.7 and Symphony I\/O Thunderbolt! In the past, setting up your Dolby Atmos studio was a multi-day affair, but now it’s plug and play with the latest from Apple and Apogee.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWith such flexible monitor controller functionality incorporated at no extra cost for current and future owners, Symphony I\/O Mk II Thunderbolt makes the best cornerstone of your Dolby Atmos or other immersive audio studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eTrue Thunderbolt Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eSymphony I\/O Mk II Thunderbolt delivers the full potential of Thunderbolt 2 performance with the lowest latency, unmatched CPU efficiency and 2 ports for connecting additional peripherals.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eLow Latency\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eSymphony I\/O Mk II Thunderbolt relies on Apogee’s proprietary Thunderbolt driver, written from the ground up to offer unmatched performance and efficiency. When using Logic Pro X, latency has been reduced to an astounding 1.35 ms round-trip*, allowing you to monitor through your DAW, plug-ins included, simplifying your workflow and leveraging the power of your Mac. Even when your session’s DSP demands require a higher buffer setting, Symphony I\/O’s ultra-low latency means no longer having to choose between power and speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eTo accommodate different workflow preferences, Symphony I\/O Mk II Thunderbolt features optional direct hardware monitoring through Symphony Control Software with 0.6ms of latency.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eDevours Bits, Sips CPU\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eSymphony I\/O Mk II Thunderbolt’s custom driver includes a revolutionary Direct Memory Access (DMA) engine to more efficiently read and write data directly to Mac memory independent of the Mac CPU.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe DMA engine, running on Symphony I\/O Mk II Thunderbolt’s hardware logic chip, increases the driver’s efficiency and provides the highest resolution signal possible to the DAC stage. This implementation allows the driver to crunch an enormous amount of data at an amazing speed, while making a very light demand on your Mac CPU. You benefit with lower latency, more plug-in power, and a transparent and encompassing listening experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003e2×6 Analog I\/O + 8×8 Optical + AES I\/O (One Included)\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eApogee Symphony I\/O Mk II 2×6 Special Edition offers the highest quality AD\/DA conversion of the Symphony series. 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