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The Apogee Symphony Desktop audio interface is a flagship desktop interface for Mac and Windows operating systems that delivers unmatched sonic performance, innovative design and premium build quality. Offering pristine audio quality and peerless connectivity, the Symphony Desktop puts a world-class recording experience at your fingertips. Designed for professional and home studios alike, it provides an effortless workflow for tracking, overdubbing and mixing.

Crystal-Clear Sound With 10 inputs & 14 outputs

The Symphony Desktop offers eight premium mic preamps and pristine audio quality at up to 192kHz. It provides plenty of I/O for mics, instruments, headphones and monitors with zero latency. The eight analog inputs accept balanced XLR or 1/4" TRS, with switchable pads and phantom power and 24-bit/192kHz A/D conversion. The Symphony Desktop's pristine sound quality, flexible routing options and intuitive interface place pro-level recording capabilities within easy reach.

Unmatched Connectivity for Any Studio Setup

With thunderbolt, USB, optical and analog connectivity, the Symphony Desktop works seamlessly with any Mac or PC recording setup. It offers four analog outputs, two headphone outputs and a digital I/O provide comprehensive monitoring and routing options. The thunderbolt port offers blazing-fast data transfer for recording even the most demanding sessions. The Symphony Desktop comes with all the cables you need to connect to your computer and studio gear right out of the box.

Premium Components and Rugged Build Quality

From its aircraft-grade aluminum chassis to its premium components, the Symphony Desktop is built to the highest professional standards. Its modular design allows for servicing any component with ease. Intuitive front-panel controls provide hands-on access to monitor levels, input selection and more. With its compact yet rugged build, the Symphony Desktop delivers professional-grade performance and reliability for years to come.

Intuitive Software Control With Symphony Desktop Control Application

The included Symphony Desktop boasts Apogee's legendary AD/DA conversion, which is regarded as the reference standard by many within the pro audio business. This audio interface's A/D converter stage yields ultralow distortion, a high slew rate and fully differential analog op-amps, along with a leading-edge A/D converter in a performance-enhancing dual-sum configuration. The industry D/A converter stage is just as impressive, yielding uncompromising results via an ultralow distortion, high-current output driver.

Open Box Apogee Symphony Desktop Audio Interface Level 1
Open Box Apogee Symphony Desktop Audio Interface Level 1
Open Box Apogee Symphony Desktop Audio Interface Level 1

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  • Simultaneous I/O: 10 x 14
  • Flagship-quality A/D & D/A Conversion
  • World-class mic preamps with 75dB of gain
  • Built In DSP/FX: FPGA processing of Apogee FX Rack plug-ins
  • Mic preamp modeling
  • Number of Preamps: 2 x mic, 1 x instrument
  • Phantom Power: Yes
    • I/O
    • 2 Main L/R
    • 1 1/4" Headphone Output (counts as 2 because it's stereo)
    • 1 1/8" Headphone Output (counts as 2 because it's stereo)
    • 8 Digital I/O
    • Computer Connectivity: USB 2.0 over Type C Connector
    • Software Control: Symphony Desktop Control
    OS Requirements - Mac
    • Mac: macOS 10.12 or later, Quad Core i7 Processor or higher
    OS Requirements - PC
    • Windows 10 Anniversary update or later, Quad Core i7 Processor or higher
    • Power Supply: 12V DC power supply (included)
    • USB Type C to A and USB Type C to C cables included

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    3.5

    4 Reviews

    50%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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    1. Home Studio4
    2. Professional Recording2
    3. Music production label1
    4. Performances1
    Cons
    1. Limited Functions2
    2. Pricey / Poor Value1
    Describe Yourself
    1. Experienced3
    2. Professional Musician1
    Pros
    1. Good Audio4
    2. Compact3
    3. Durable2
    4. Easy To Use2
    5. Versatile1

    Reviewed by 4 customers

    • Apogee, symphony desktop, Miles above UA

      5

      submitted2 years ago

      byDannyRebel

      fromSan Diego

      As a professional Songwriter, singer, producer, With my own label, quality and ease of interfaces of the upmost importance… With that mind, I tried Six different top, audio interfaces, and in my opinion, they don't hold a candle to Apogee Symphony Desktop. Quality of sound, reliability and ease of use while we're in the creative mode is the upmost importance to keeping the vibe going for myself and my other artists. The interface is so much easier to use, the quality is top-notch . I gave extensive tryouts with UA Apollo & Volt, and Focusrite And others, Had interface issues, lack of support before, and after the sale, and frankly, the quality in interface was just not to par With the Apache symphony desktop audio interface. Even in comparison to thunderbolt products, the apogee had no latency issues and the quality is commercial studio quality. This year I produced five albums, 2023 using it. Additional thanks to Guitar center for allowing me to try all these products. They have a great tryout policy so that I could find the best possible for myself and The Music.

    • This interface is worth every dime!

      5

      submitted4 years ago

      byJames

      fromAtlanta, GA

      I love this interface, I switched from using the Apollo Twin. I especially enjoy the clarity and warmth on my vocal recordings. The included plugins that come with the Symphony Desktop are top notch. I definitely recommend this interface and it's totally worth the price.

    • Check out fully before you buy

      2

      Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

      submitted4 years ago

      bySS

      fromNJ

      Trying to migrate from UAD twin to Apogee. The sound is good, but the plug ins are basic. You cannot use a reverb inside of the interface to monitor during recording. It is a long circuitous way, which can be done with any interface. Some features they said existed in older ensemble line like control from Logic was missing. Anyway returned and went back to getting UAD TwinX Quad. AD and DA is comparable and the ease of use and plugins are unbeatable.

    • I would not buy this.

      2

      Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

      submitted4 years ago

      byShyam

      fromNK

      The sound quality was very good but it didnt have direct monitoring with reverb. Which is critical. After several exchanges with the tech help came to know that it is coming in the next update!!! Returned it.

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