Apogee Rosetta 200 AD/DA converter
Apogee's
latest 2-channel, high-end conversion system featuring 192kHz sampling
rates, "CODA" Audio Finishing Module and MIDI support
The Rosetta 200, Apogee's successor to the PSX-100 and Rosetta
AD namesake, delivers the quality of the popular Rosetta 800, in a
2-channel AD/DA solution. Like the Rosetta 800, the 200 features
premium Apogee A/D and D/A conversion, 192k sampling rates (standard),
optional Pro Tools HD, Mix and FireWire expansion cards and core Apogee
technologies such as UV22HR, and SoftLimit. And while the Rosetta 200
shares much of its feature set with its cousin, it throws in some
irresistible extras such as the new, CODA, Audio Finishing Module, full
channel metering, and MIDI and S/PDIF input and output. Flexibility and
features galore make the Rosetta 200 an outstanding option for
professional and project studios, mastering engineers, and audio
archivists.
Legendary Apogee Conversion in High-Definition
The
most crucial component in the digital recording environment is
high-quality A/D conversion and the most trusted and desirable
converters are made by Apogee. With up to 192k sample rates, the
ROSETTA 200 combines Apogee's legendary conversion quality with
flexibility that complements any digital audio workstation.
The all new CODA: Audio Finishing Module, including the Aptomizer, Sample Rate Conversion (SRC), and UV22HR
As
higher definition audio becomes ever-present in the recording process
and music continues to be delivered as a product at 44.1kHz/16-bit you
need tools to minimize the loss of detail and quality that can be
inherent in the course of music production. To meet these challenges
Apogee has developed CODA. Unique to the Rosetta 200, CODA offers a
trio of tools that will preserve the integrity of hi-def recordings
with a minimal loss of quality. Heading up the CODA threesome is
Apogee's "Aptomizer". With the Apotimizer you can maximize levels with
out increasing noise and distortion. Great for recording, and
mastering, the Apotimizer's "Learn" mode allows the Rosetta 200 to
automatically determine the optimum level, and use it consistently to
normalize incoming audio.
Another aspect of CODA is premium sample rate conversion (SRC). In the
past, Apogee hardware has not offered sample rate conversion because
the results were disappointing but recent advances have made SRC a
viable option and now a vital part of CODA. With Apogee's
implementation of sample rate conversion you can up or down sample
without noticeably affecting the quality of your audio. Apogee's
"UV22HR" dithering technology completes the CODA triangle by offering
powerful reduction of high-resolution digital audio to 16 bits for the
Internet and CD mastering. It is estimated that UV22HR is used on 8 out
of 10 commercially released CDs in the U.S. The Rosetta 200 with CODA
on board provides an end-to-end solution for capturing and optimizing
high definition digital.
SoftLimit: Maximize Levels, Minimize Overs
One
of the greatest difficulties in digital recording is getting an
adequate level without clipping and unwanted distortion. With Apogee's
SoftLimit, you can maximize digital output levels without overs.
Intelliclock: Dual Stage Jitter Reduction
Another
essential for outstanding digital recording is maintaining an
ultra-low-jitter, clock signal. To accomplish this, ROSETTA 200
utilizes Apogee's Intelliclock. Intelliclock is really two clocks in
one. A fast-responding 'read' clock, with a wide locking range, fills a
dedicated FIFO buffer, while an ultra-low-jitter 'write' clock writes
the data out of the buffer, and is used to clock the converters.
Features:
- 2 channels of premium 24-bit AD/DA conversion
- Sample rates up to 192kHz with Apogee's "Intelliclock"
- 2 channels of AES, S/PDIF (coax & optical), and ADAT/SMUX I/O
- MIDI I/O
- Optional FireWire expansion card for compatibility with OS X, and Windows XP (X-FireWire card)
- Optional expansion card for direct connection to Pro Tools HD & Mix systems (X-HD card, X-Digi-Mix card)
- "Soft Limit" for maximum digital level without overs
- "CODA": The "Aptomizer" Level Normalizer, Sample Rate Conversion (SRC), and Apogee's "UV22HR" for superior dither to 16-bit
- Full channel metering
INPUTS:
- Analog In 1-2: Balanced, XLR connectors
- AES in: x 2, transformer balanced, XLR connectors
- S/ PDIF In: Toslink and Coax
- ADAT/SMUX In: Toslink
- WC In: BNC 75 ohm
OUTPUTS:
- Analog Out 1-2: Balanced, XLR connector.
- AES Out: x 2, transformer balanced, XLR connector
- S/ PDIF Out: Toslink and Coax
- ADAT/SMUX Out: Toslink
- WC Out: BNC 75 ohm
SPECS:
- Sample rates: 44.1 - 48k, 88.2 - 96k, 176.4 - 192k (+/-10%);
- Frequency response: 10 - 20k (+/- 0.2 dB) at 44.1k
- Analog max levels are adjustable between +2 dBu and +26 dBu
- Dynamic range: 114 dB A weighted (AD + DA)
THD+N: -105 dB (AD), -103 dB (DA)
- Power: 90-250 VAC, 50-60Hz, 45Watt
Apogee Symphony Mobile CardThe unparalleled quality, performance and value of Apogee's Symphony System is now available TO GO. Introducing Symphony Mobile, the world's first, state-of-the-art, professional Native audio workstation for your laptop.
Going Mobile � Symphony Style
Symphony Mobile delivers up to 32 channels of extremely low latency
I/O. Simply insert Symphony Mobile into your MacBook Pro, connect
Apogee's legendary X-Series or Rosetta Series converters, and you��re
ready to roll.
Uncompromised Performance
Symphony Mobile delivers extraordinary performance that rivals most
desktop workstations. At 1.6 milliseconds of latency at 96K, Symphony
Mobile is the ultimate solution for professionals who desire
portability without compromise.
- 32 channels of 24-bit 192K Digital I/O
- 1.6 milliseconds of latency from analog source in to analog source out
- Single 32 channel, PC-32, bi-directional connector
- Direct connectivity to Apogee's Rosetta 800, Rosetta 200 and AD-16X and DA-16X converters via the optional X-Symphony card
- Simple connection with a single PCI-32 cable
- Compatibility with any CoreAudio software application
- Apogee's Maestro Software for advanced control and routing
- Apogee's VBus for virtual routing between CoreAudio applications
- Compatible with any Apple MacBook Pro
Apogee X-Symphoy Card
X-card for Apogee Rosetta Series, AD16X and DA16X
The Apogee X-Symphony card is specifically designed to connect the
Apogee Rosetta 200, 800, AD16X, and DA16X units to a computer with the
Symphony PCIe, PIC, or symphony Mobile cards. With an X-Symphony option
card installed, Apogee X-Series and Rosetta converters connect directly
to Symphony PCI-E or PCI X, or symphony mobile cards.(Cable sold
separately.)