Overview; Introduction; Features - Apogee Ensemble Thunderbolt User Manual

Overview

Introduction

The new Apogee Ensemble is the first Thunderbolt™ 2 audio interface to offer superior sound quality, the
lowest latency performance and the most comprehensive studio functionality all in one box� Ensemble includes
8 Advanced Stepped Gain mic preamps, monitor controller functionality including talkback, front panel Guitar
I/O, two headphone outputs and digital connectivity for a total of 30 x 34 I/O� Blending acclaimed innovations,
groundbreaking new features and an effortless user interface, Ensemble empowers you to capture inspiration
when creative lightning strikes�
Now includes the new Control software first introduced with the Element Thunderbolt Series interfaces. Along
with innovative features such as Talkback using your Mac's built-in microphone, and the unique FX Return mixer
channel, Ensemble Thunderbolt can now be combined with any Element Series Thunderbolt Series interface, or
another Ensemble Thunderbolt for expanded I/O and capabilities�

Features

• Thunderbolt™ 2 Mac audio interface
• Analog-to-digital conversion (ADC) for recording up to 24-bit/192kHz
• Proprietary Thunderbolt audio driver and ESS Sabre32 DAC offer full 32-bit playback
• Groundbreaking low latency performance
• Core Audio-optimized hardware DMA Engine frees your Mac CPU
• 2 high-resolution OLED displays show levels and settings
• Input select buttons and controller knob for convenient selection of parameters and settings
• 4 assignable buttons to control:
• Talkback mic (built-in or external)
• Output settings such as speaker set selection, mute, dim, sum to mono
• Complete input/output control with Apogee's Maestro software
• Works with Pro Tools, Logic, Ableton and any Core Audio compliant app on Mac
• Designed in California – Assembled in the U.S.A.
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