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Apogee DA 16X
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 800 or 400.
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.
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 Analogue Section
Incorporated in the AD & DA-16X are the very latest developments in Apogee’s groundbreaking analogue 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 analogue 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 DA conversion
Sample rates up to 192k
16 channels of AES, ADAT/SMUX Input
Word Clock I/O
Optional HD card for direct connection to ProTools HD
Optional S800 FireWire card capable of sample rates up to 192k, compatible with OS X/Windows XP and all popular DAW's
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
Master clock capability
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
Analogue out 1-8 Balanced, DSUB 25pin connector
Analogue 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
Specifications:
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)
Analogue levels: 6 to 24dBu max through digital gain adjustment. (Compatible with -10dBV levels)
THD+N: -107 dB
Dynamic range: 118dB A weighted
Power: 100 -240 VAC, 50 - 60 Hz, 65 Watt
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