Apogee Intros Element Series Thunderbolt Audio Interfaces

Apogee Electronics just launched their new Element Series — three Thunderbolt audio I/O boxes for Mac — Element 24, Element 46 and Element 88 (each with a different number of analog and digital I/O). The Element series uses Apogee’s Thunderbolt driver for 1.41ms round-trip latency when using Logic Pro X. As an added element, the series also features Apogee Groove’s headphone output technology. This design dynamically optimizes sound quality for a wide variety of headphones, regardless of their impedance. you have connected.

The configurable Element Control software for Mac lets users set up workflows that meet their needs and the Element Control for iOS App lets them control the Elements remotely over Wi-Fi. Logic Pro X users can adjust Element I/O settings directly from their Logic Channel strips. And for those wanting more traditional desktop control, there’s the optional Apogee Control hardware, featuring a Duet like form-factor with 8 assignable buttons and a master control knob. Regardless which of these options you prefer, if you are using an Element, everything is under control.

Highlights include:

• Sound quality equal to Apogee Ensemble Thunderbolt
• AD/DA conversion for recording up to 192kHz/24-bit
• World-class mic preamps built-in, with selectable 48v phantom power
• Single port Thunderbolt connectivity to Mac for ultra-low latency performance
• 1.41ms round-trip at 96kHz with a 32 buffer setting
• New Element Control Software for Mac provides all control of hardware parameters including input gain, output level and low latency monitoring
• New Element Control Mobile App provides wireless remote control of hardware via iPhone, iPad or iPod touch
• Works with Apogee Control – Desktop hardware remote control accessory
• Multi-Unit Thunderbolt support – Connect any two Element audio I/O boxes directly to Thunderbolt ports on your computer

Price/Availability:

• Element 24 (10 in x 12 out) – $595 USD – Available November 2016
• Element 46 (12 in x 14 out) – $895 USD – Now Shipping Worldwide
• Element 88 (16 in x 16 out) – $1495 USD – Now Shipping Worldwide
• Element Control for Mac – Available as download from Apogee’s website
• Element Control for iOS – Now Available for Free from Apple’s App Store
• Apogee Control Hardware Remote – $195 USD – Available November 2016

Here are the specs.