Note: The analog D-Sub pin out is TASCAM format. And The digital pin out is YAMAHA on the AES.
Introducing the Apogee X-Series.
Changing
the Face of Digital Audio... Again.
Featuring BIG BEN's C777 clocking technology and optional X-Series Expansion Cards for direct connection to Pro Tools | HD and computers equipped with FireWire
S800 or S400
The AD-16X and the DA-16X, Apogee's latest and
most advanced conversion systems, take the legendary quality of Apogee a huge
step forward. Features such as a redesigned power supply, standard 192kHz
sampling rates, the C777 clocking technology found in Big Ben, and optional Pro
Tools HD and FireWire expansion cards, make the AD & DA-16X the most
powerful and flexible conversion combination ever. And, not only does the
X-Series hardware offer unequaled, groundbreaking technology but it makes it
available at a fraction of the cost associated with previous, premium Apogee
gear.
"...the AD-16X and
DA-16X represent a dramatic breakthrough in price-per-channel
for high-performance converters. To my knowledge, there are no other high-end
converters on the market that deliver such world-class performance at such a
great price. I highly recommend them."
Michael Cooper, Mix
Magazine |
Advanced High-Definition Conversion
The most
critical component in the digital recording environment is proper, high-quality
conversion and since the dawn of digital recording the most desired converters
have been made by Apogee. With up to 192k standard sample rates, the AD &
DA-16X combine Apogee's legendary conversion quality with the very latest in
high-definition digital to provide unrivaled flexibility and
quality.
Redesigned Power Supply
Enabling optimum
conversion requires a state of the art power supply. The fully redesigned power
system of the AD & DA-16X incorporates a specially designed Synchronous
Switching power supply that works in conjunction with Apogee's very stable low
jitter clock and filtering technology to provide superior heat and noise
performance and an improved transient response over our previous linear power
supply. This creates a power system that delivers total efficiency and provides
an ideal environment for premium conversion.
Redesigned Analog
Section
Incorporated in the AD & DA-16X are the very latest
developments in Apogee's groundbreaking analog circuit design. Through
sophisticated implementation and optimal configuration, the selection of
premium, contemporary opamps allows the X-Series to deliver conversion
performance never before heard, while maintaining the signature Apogee sound:
Clear, transparent, focused and punchy.
C777 Clocking used by Big
Ben
The AD & DA 16-X use Apogee's C777 clocking technology.
Famous for keeping Big Ben on time, the C777 utilizes an entirely digital
process that Apogee has developed with the most advanced Direct Digital
Synthesis (DDS) technology and DSP-based digital filtering. With a stable,
crystal based digital PLL handling the clocking, AD-16X and DA-16X are able to
intelligently manipulate incoming signals and adapt to them accordingly. The
result? The most aggressive jitter reduction ever and an astonishing and
noticeable difference in sound quality.
Connect Directly to Pro
Tools HD or any
FireWire Enabled Computer
Like their cousin the
Rosetta 800, the AD & DA-16X offer an expansion card slot that greatly
increases connectivity possibilities. Add an optional X-Series HD card and connect AD
& DA-16X directly to your computer via your HD Core Card. Using Logic,
Nuendo or any of the many native DAW's? Add an X-FireWire card to your X-Series
hardware and enjoy a direct, extremely low latency connection that supports
FireWire 800 standards and has backwards compatibility with 400 standards. And,
if you are buying multiple units, you can daisy chain up to a whopping 120
channels with incredibly low latency.
SoftLimit: Maximize Levels,
Minimize Overs
One of the greatest difficulties in digital
recording is getting an adequate level without clipping and unwanted distortion.
Soft Limit is an analog peak limiter that enables the capture of an additional
4-6 dB of level without going into an 'over' condition. Short of purchasing a
very expensive stand-alone compressor/limiter, there is currently no product on
the market that handles this process better than
SoftLimit.
UV22HR: Dither Down with 24-bit Detail
UV22HR is Apogee¢„s industry standard technology for reducing the word-length
of a high-resolution digital signal to 16 bits for the CD mastering. UV22HR is
also being employed to produce dramatically improved internet and computer audio
content without increased file sizes or data rates. It is estimated that 8 out
of 10 hit records are mastered using Apogee's UV22HR
technology.
High Performance Output
The DA-16X uses
Apogee's newly developed electronically balanced line drivers. Originally
designed for the Mini-DAC, these line drivers are able to simulate true
transformer behavior. The circuitry is an ultra low output impedance, high
current driver, capable of running levels up to 26 dBu to the most complex or
low impedance loads. Recording studios utilizing vintage audio-equipment will
find this particularly valuable. Ultimately, the output performance of the
DA-16X achieves perfect symmetry when used in balanced mode (even with an
unsymmetrical load) and no increased distortion when used
unbalanced.
Features:
- 16 channels of premium 24-bit D/A conversion
- Sample rates up to 192k
- 16 channels of AES, ADAT/SMUX Output
- Word Clock I/O
- Optional HD card for direct connection to ProTools HD (X-HD card)
- Optional S800 FireWire card capable of sample rates up to 192k, compatible with OS X/Windows XP and all popular DAW's (X-FireWire card)
- All option cards (X-FireWire and X-HD) facilitate connection of multiple units
- Direct Digital Synthesis (DDS) using Big Ben's C777 Clock Technology up to 192kHz
- Adaptive Loop Filtering (ALF) for optimum clock performance and minimum jitter
- Support for AES double wire and SMUX formats
- Intuitive front panel calibration
- Word Clock termination switch
INPUTS
- AES-EBU in x 8, transformer balanced, DSUB 25pin connector (192k single wide
compatible)
- Optical: toslink x 4, supporting ADAT and SMUX protocol
- WC in: BNC 75 ohm with switchable termination
OUTPUTS
- WC out: BNC 75 ohm
- Analog out 1-8 Balanced, DSUB 25pin connector.
- Analog out 9-16 Balanced, DSUB 25pin connector.
OPTION SLOT
- One x-type card can be installed, for Firewire, HD and or other future
format connectivity.
SPECS
- Sample rates internal: 44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192k
- Sample rates external: 44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192k +/- 10%
- Frequency response at 44.1 k : 5 - 20.000 Hz (+/- 0.2 dB)
- Analog levels: 6 to 24dBu max through digital gain adjustment. (Compatible
with -10dBV levels)
- THD+N: -107 dB
- Dynamic range: 118 dB A weighted
- Power: 100 -240 VAC, 50 - 60 Hz, 65 Watt
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