The most popular portable audio interface for mac, pc and ipad. Apogee one is the little brother of the twochannel apogee duet 2. Apogee is an awardwinning industry leader in digital recording technology with over 25 years of experience. Remove the protective film from the front panel, otherwise the touch pads will not work. Made for the musician, producer and engineer that wants the ultimate sound quality and elegant simplicity, duet features legendary apogee adda conversion, 2. The format is chosen in apogee s maestro control software. Check out the my apogee duet 2 for ipad and mac is not recognized by the firmware updater. Apogee duet is a portable usb audio interface with 2 mic preamps and for professional. The accompanying audio control software apogee maestro 2 is very primitive and leaves a lot to be desired. This is the software app used to route duet 2 signals and set functions internally. Apogee duet 2 for sale in uk 23 used apogee duet 2.
However, a good audio interface can make a huge difference when it comes to the. Apogee duet is an awardwinning audio interface, headphone amp and midi interface making it easy to create professional recordings anywhere on your ipod touch, iphone, ipad, mac, or windows pc. Apogee one is buspowered through the usb connection, and it comes with a mono input, builtin microphone, and stereo output. While this updated release has given apogee an opportunity to address several key features of duet s capabilities, it has also afforded the company the chance to overhaul its design as the original silver duet echoed the corresponding generation of macbook pro, so duet 2. It is a singlechannel audio interface that is packed in a very compact yet stylish housing. To connect duets line outputs directly to powered speakers, youll need.
Legendary apogee sound quality from the mic preamps to the adda converters and the clocking, duet is bestinclass and cuttingedge apogee technology. The latest and most uptodate users guide is available at. Stephen bright from apogee presents the duet 2 compact audio interface, and shows how apogee took the best features of the awardwinning duet and added even more value with balanced io. Adam a7s i read through the manual and it said use 14 ts ends on the apogee outputs.
My computer is an hp probook 4530s with an intel core i3 2. This tiny silver looking box comes with 2 microphone inputs with phantom power delivering world. The palmsized duet 2 offers similar features packaged in a nice, new, aluminum casing with significant upgrades and changes. Mar 31, 2011 apogee has announced duet 2, a new version of its mac audio interface. Setting up the duet was easy with the help of apogees maestro 2 app from the mac appstore or ios appstore. I got my apogee all hooked up and i downloaded the software from the apogee website, but when i click the software installer, it does nothing, its as if i clicked nothing and as a result, i cant use my duet right now. As youll see in the photo gallery to the right, its quite the looker, and looks to be a significant step up from its. Jul 08, 2011 stephen bright from apogee presents the duet 2 compact audio interface, and shows how apogee took the best features of the awardwinning duet and added even more value with balanced io. Ive had so many problems with my duet 2 purchased 82015. Apogee duet 2 in x 4 out usb audio interface apogee electronics. With apogees legendary digital audio conversion and worldclass mic preamps, duet is the best way to capture your music with incredible dimension and detail. Duet 2 is the best solution for capturing your music to your mac. If you had 3 duet 2 units connected to the same mac you would see duet 1, duet 2. This unprecedented feature allows you to dial in the perfect level while delivering ultralow noise and smooth, crisp detail.
To troubleshoot the issue youll want to systematically remove, add or replace. The special thing about this interface is that its just plug and play. Naturally, the audiophile in me prefers to use a highergrade cable like the audioquest diamond. Intro specs performance measurements usage recommendations more. Apogee duet 2 problems phone call to apogee support.
To connect duet s line outputs directly to powered speakers, youll need 2 cables with 14 tipsleeve plugs on one end to connect to duet s outl and outr jacks and the appropriate connector on the other ends to connect your speakers. The duet 2s back panel features sockets for usb and power and a connector for the included breakout. Choose menu input matrix and make sure the auria input is going to the desired track 1. Also things like adobe creative cloud, or even anti virus software will run in. The apogee duet 2 is the worlds bestsounding and most convenient computer dac for desktop audio.
I updated the firmware on the device, and then i ran the installer from the apogee website. With 2 in and 4 out, this usb audio interface has 2 mic preamps in this little device by apogee, it is called the duet 2. The power supply simply adds phantom power functionality and relieves the. Soft limit is included in duet and can be enabled in apogee maestro software. Upbright new ac dc adapter for apogee duet 2 ios duetiosmacl stereo audio interface. With apogees legendary digital audio conversion and worldclass mic preamps, duet is the best way to capture your music with incredible dimension and. Your duet will not turn on without a usb connection. About four years ago, apogee launched a digital audio firewire interface called duet that offered two analog ins and outs. The cause of this can be debated, but apple has cut the firewire support in core audio.
When you turn up the gain on the input there is a really loud digital computer type noise that comes into the input. Windows 10 compatibility for apogee one, duet and quartet. The surface of the unit has some minor scratches though both touch buttons and wheel function with no issues. For a start, the mic preamps and converters have been completely redesigned there are two input channels, while there are now four analogue outputs so that you can have separate mixes for. The audiobox has two main outs labeled r and l and also a phones output jack, but using the audiobox usb driver in ableton i can only see one row of outputs labeled 1 2 1 2. Apogee products plugins, audio interfaces, microphones apogee. The lowend of the acoustic bass was tight, with just the right amount of finger noise on the frets.
There is no way to save any configurations and some very weird stuff happens when opening. Apogee duet sets the industry standard for portable professional audio recording on mac and ipad. Follow the onscreen steps to get the latest duet 2 software installer. However, i assume you do not get the hum if you plug the guitar into a standard guitar amplifier instead of into the. Its also a professional monitor controller and headphone amplifier, and all sits on your desk with one big, beautiful knob for easy fingertip control.
Also things like adobe creative cloud, or even anti virus software will run in the. Apogee has announced duet 2, a new version of its mac audio interface. Apogees original duet interface provided two channels of highquality microphone, line and instrument inputs and a combined stereo headphone and speaker output alongside the companys renowned digital. This does not in any way hinder apogee to develop their own driver if they wanted to. Hi everybody, i recently bought an apogee duet but im having some problems, heres whats wrong. The new drivers for windows are solid, installed easily, and the duet integrated quickly and seamlessly with samplitude pro x. There is no way to save any configurations and some very weird stuff happens when opening cubase 6. Apogee duet 2 users guide print version apogee electronics. Apogee duet usb audio interface for mac, ios and windows.
The audiobox has two main outs labeled r and l and also a phones output jack, but using the. Balanced means the signal is less prone to noise over longer cable lengths. Using an apogee as and output only device is a waste of money. Apogee duet 2 2 channel usb audio interface for re. The new duet for ipad and mac features special circuitry designed to deliver professional performance for ipad use along with low latency usb 2. The apogee duet 2 is a 2 in x 4 out usb audio interface, which comes with a breakout cable for all its io. The chip has really good specs bout the limit is set by the bit depth and rate. Aug 19, 2011 duet 2 is, as its name suggests, a secondgeneration, dualchannel audio interface made by apogee for the macintosh. Ripping vinyl with the apogee duet 2 and pure vinyl by andy schaub eleanor rigby picks up the rice in the church where a wedding has been lives in a dream. Incorporating apogees legendary digital audio conversion and worldclass mic preamps, duet is the best way to capture your music with incredible dimension and detail. The dac is the same as for the headphones, just as clear and detailed.
Apogees unique 924 and 944 antialiasing filters were used in highend sony and mitsubishi digital recording systems to make the cd format sound warmer and more like analog. The dac is the same as for the headphones, just as clear and detailed and smooth yet accurate. However, a good audio interface can make a huge difference when it comes to the workflow and resulting recording quality. In the meantime, competitors have brought out some very interesting. This week, apogee has announced windows 10 compatibility for the latest generations of its one, duet and quartet usb audio interfaces. Out of the box, the duet 2 comes with a quick start guide, the usb2 and breakout cables and a switchmode wallwart psu with us, eu and uk plugs, but no software is supplied youll find that as a download on the apogee web site. Apogee duet defective, noisy, lots of hiss when recording i have the exact same problem with the apogee duet making tons of noise and hiss when i try to record. July 2011 this version of the duet 2 users guide is for print purposes only. Here is the last straw phone call to apogee tech support to replace unit instead of repair. If the noise isnt audible then its likely that a grounding issue exists. View and download apogee duet 2 user manual online. The duet 2 mic preamps feature a new design, all new components and seamless clickfree transitions as the gain increases and decreases throughout the incredible range of 075db.
I have not been using the duet 2 that long less than 1 year. Out of the box, the duet 2 comes with a quick start guide, the usb2 and breakout cables and a switchmode wallwart psu with us, eu and uk plugs, but no software is supplied youll find that as a. Customers who purchase the latest generation of these products see list, below will be able to register and download a windows 10compatible software installer from apogees website. Jun 24, 2015 apogee also includes a courtesy usb cable. Apogee is an awardwinning industry leader in digital recording technology with over 25. Whenever i run my guitar through xlr or instrument input i have a very loud hum that does not go away unless i put my hand on bare foot on the apogee. The firewire apogee duet was something i found and bought after doing a lot of research. Oct, 2017 this week, apogee has announced windows 10 compatibility for the latest generations of its one, duet and quartet usb audio interfaces.
My hackintosh system is almost completely up and running with the exception of my apogee duet 2. Apogee use the cirrus logic 4272 codec chip for both adc and dac the one chip does both it is the same chip that focusrite uses. Im having a problem where i cant use the main outs and phones outputs as different ouputs in ableton. Preferred by recording pros around the world, apogee products like duet, ensemble and. Aug 19, 2012 problem with apogee duet 2 installation hello. Includes bias fx jam desktop software with premium amplifiers and pedal effects. Hi i have an apogee duet 2, using garageband on macbook. Launch apogee maestro 2 from your applications folder, click on the. Im in a similar situation in tterms of the apogee duet 2. Dec 10, 2011 im in a similar situation in tterms of the apogee duet 2. The app allows you to assign inputs and set the output bit depthsample rate. Apr 21, 2011 maestro 2 is the software that comes with the apogee duet 2 and it features a new look compared to the original maestro software that comes with the original duet, but it still employs an easy single window and a multitab interface for quick access to all device and system settings including the aforementioned touch pad assignment, as well.
Apogee duet 2 in x 4 out usb audio interface with waves silver plugin bundle from apogee. These apogee products were key to the acceptance and acceleration of early digital recording and established apogee as a leader in the field. My first thought is that this must be a problem with the wiring in your guitar. Premium accessories kit includes tripod, pop filter and carrying case.
As youll see in the photo gallery to the right, its quite the looker, and looks to be a significant step up from its predecessor. It is designed beautifully and sits very nicely alongside any mac. Looking to get akg q701s and was just wondering how i would hook up a headphone amp with the duet 2. This is the same software used with apogees other interfaces such as the symphony io, and offers the user a subset of the features relevant to the more limited duet 2. Use this guide to optimize your mac computer to reduce the chances of this from. The primary difference between the apogee duet 2 and the original duet is that the apogee duet 2 is usb while the original duet is firewire. Apogee duet sets the industry standard for portable professional audio recording. The apogee duet 2 is a topquality audio interface for recording or.