Apogee Electronics Symphony Studio 8×16 – 8 Mic/Line In x 16 Out USB-C Audio Interface with DSP & Monitor Calibration [Atmos Ready]

OVERVIEW

The Apogee Electronics Symphony Studio 8×16 is built for professional audio engineers, producers, mixers, and studios that demand uncompromising sound quality and sophisticated monitoring capabilities. Offering 8 microphone/line inputs and 16 outputs, the USB-C audio interface combines Apogee’s renowned PureDIGITAL conversion with ultra-transparent microphone preamps delivering up to 75dB of gain. Supporting recording resolutions up to 24-bit/192kHz, Symphony Studio 8×16 provides the clarity, detail, dynamic range, and headroom required for critical recording and mixing applications.

Beyond its high-performance audio conversion, Symphony Studio 8×16 incorporates powerful monitor calibration and control tools for modern stereo, surround, and immersive workflows. Its output DSP provides Room EQ, Speaker Delay, and Bass Management, while 16 adjustable EQ bands per speaker allow frequency imbalances caused by room acoustics to be precisely addressed. Eight customizable Monitor Workflows make it possible to configure and instantly recall different speaker configurations, including stereo, 5.1.2, 7.1.4, and 9.1.6 setups for demanding immersive productions.

Designed to accommodate professional studio environments, Symphony Studio 8×16 also provides two independent headphone outputs and optional hands-on control through the Apogee Control hardware remote. Input DSP, including the Symphony Studio Channel Strip with EQ, compression, and drive, provides near-zero-latency processing for recording applications. With its combination of pristine conversion, flexible I/O, advanced monitor management, and immersive audio capability, Symphony Studio 8×16 is a powerful centrepiece for modern music, post-production, and Dolby Atmos studios.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

Legendary Apogee Conversion

Symphony Studio 8×16 uses Apogee’s PureDIGITAL connection and high-performance AD/DA conversion technology to deliver detailed, transparent and highly accurate audio reproduction at resolutions up to 24-bit/192kHz.

8 Mic/Line Inputs with 75dB of Gain

Eight microphone/line inputs feature ultra-clean, transparent preamps with up to 75dB of gain, providing the sensitivity and headroom needed to capture everything from delicate acoustic sources to demanding professional microphones.

16 Outputs for Advanced Monitoring

With 16 analogue outputs, Symphony Studio 8×16 provides the connectivity required for sophisticated stereo, surround and immersive monitoring systems, including configurations up to 9.1.6.

Integrated Room EQ & Bass Management

Output DSP provides comprehensive monitor calibration tools, including 16 adjustable EQ bands per speaker, speaker delay and flexible bass management. These tools help compensate for room acoustics and integrate subwoofers for more accurate monitoring.

Eight Custom Monitor Workflows

Create and recall up to eight customised monitor workflows for different speaker configurations and projects. Switch quickly between stereo, surround and immersive monitoring setups with tailored EQ, bass management and speaker configurations.

Built for Immersive Audio

Support for up to 9.1.6 monitoring makes Symphony Studio 8×16 well suited to Dolby Atmos and other immersive audio production environments, providing the I/O and monitoring flexibility required for demanding spatial mixes.

Input DSP for Recording

The Symphony Studio Channel Strip provides EQ, compression and drive processing with near-zero latency, allowing you to shape incoming signals while recording and add analogue-inspired character to your tracks.

Optional Hands-On Monitor Control

The optional Apogee Control Remote provides tactile access to monitor levels, presets and custom workflow functions, with eight customizable and assignable buttons for streamlined studio operation.

FEATURES

• 8×16 USB-C audio interface
• 8 Mic/Line inputs
• 16 outputs
• Legendary Apogee PureDIGITAL conversion
• Up to 24-bit / 192kHz recording
• Transparent microphone preamps with up to 75dB of gain
• Two independent headphone outputs
• Monitor calibration and control for stereo, 5.1.2, 7.1.4 and 9.1.6 configurations
• Up to 9.1.6 immersive audio monitoring
• Output DSP with Room EQ, Speaker Delay and Bass Management
• 16 adjustable Room EQ bands per speaker
• Eight customizable Monitor Workflows
• Custom speaker configurations for stereo, surround and immersive monitoring
• Input DSP with Symphony Studio Channel Strip
• EQ, compression and drive processing for recording
• Near-zero-latency input DSP processing
• Switchable +4dBu / -10dBV line output reference
• Optional Apogee Control hardware remote
• USB class compliant
• Thick extruded aluminium faceplate
• Designed for professional music production, mixing, post-production and immersive audio
• Compatible with macOS and Windows

TECHNICAL SPECS

General

Type: 8×16 USB-C Audio Interface

Inputs: 8 x Mic/Line

Outputs: 16

Recording Resolution: Up to 24-bit / 192kHz

Connection: USB-C

USB: Class compliant

Conversion: Apogee PureDIGITAL

Microphone Preamp Gain: Up to 75dB

Monitor Calibration & Control

Monitor Formats: Stereo, 5.1.2, 7.1.4 and 9.1.6

Monitor Workflows: 8 customizable workflows

Room EQ: 16 adjustable bands per speaker

Speaker Delay: Individual speaker delay with global delay offset

Bass Management: Adjustable crossover frequencies, slopes and subwoofer integration

Output DSP: Room EQ, Speaker Delay and Bass Management

Input DSP

DSP: Symphony Studio Channel Strip

Processing: EQ, Compression and Drive

Latency: Near-zero-latency processing

Application: Input processing for recording

Outputs

Line Output Reference: +4dBu / -10dBV switchable

Headphone Outputs: 2 independent headphone outputs

Maximum Monitoring Configuration: Up to 9.1.6

Hardware & Connectivity

Computer Connection: USB-C

Optional Remote: Apogee Control Remote

Chassis: Thick extruded aluminium faceplate

Power: AC power

Compatibility

macOS: Ventura 13.6.8 or later

Windows: Windows 10 Anniversary Update or later

WHAT’S IN THE BOX?

• 1 x Symphony Studio 8×16
• 1 x AC Power Cable
• 1 x USB-C Cable
• 1 x Warranty Book
• 1 x Getting Started Guide

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