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Black Lion Audio Modded Apogee Ensemble Firewire Digital Interface
Estimated price for orientation: 750 $
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Description Condition: Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Brand: Apogee Mic/Line Input: Line XLR Additional Inputs/Outputs: S/PDIF Optical In Model: Ensemble Features: Built-In Microphone(s), Phantom Power, Built-In Speaker(s), Software Included Type: FireWire Audio Interface Inputs/Outputs: ADAT In Form Factor: Rack Mountable Max. Number of Channels: 18 Interface Type: FireWire Interface Max. Sampling Rate: 24 Bit (96kHz) MPN: Does Not Apply Media Type: ADAT UPC: 805676300702
The original Apogee Ensemble. Please read all of this description, this unit does have some issues. Includes firewire cable and power cable. I had this modded by Black Lion Audio 2 1/2 years ago. The premium mod which cost $575 has made a huge difference in the quality of audio in my sessions. What they did is: Premium Mod New, high-grade signal path capacitors on EVERY analog input and output (mic preamps, line inputs, Hi-Z inputs, inserts, headphone outputs, and line outputs)Proprietary decoupling on analog stage power railsImproving the performance of the analog stage circuits makes a drastic difference for tracking, mixing, and mastering (expect amazing micro-dynamics and space)!Proprietary decoupling on all A/D and D/A convertersOur approach to converter decoupling reduces noise generated during the conversion process, leaving you with crisp, clear audio! This has been the centerpiece of my studio for the past 5 years. I run this on my Mac using Pro Tools 12.Now read close , there are a couple funky issues with this interface, with workarounds. #1, there are a couple dead LED on the knob encoders. You can see the picture and you can see the dead lights. This doesn't alter the function of the device. All 4 mic pres are great.#2: There is an issue with the analog Outputs on channel 1 and 2. They are not consistent and not useable. Sometimes the sound cuts out, like there is a bad solder or something is wrong with that physical path in the jacks themselves. My work around is to just use Outputs 3-4 instead. 5,6,7,8 are all fine. It is something to do with the Outputs 1 and 2 only. All of the inputs work great. As does all of the Digital ins/outs , all are fine. Headphone jacks work fine as well. I am happy to answer any questions. I just got some Rosettas so I no longer need this interface.
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| Condition: | Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition | Brand: | Apogee |
| Mic/Line Input: | Line XLR | Additional Inputs/Outputs: | S/PDIF Optical In |
| Model: | Ensemble | Features: | Built-In Microphone(s), Phantom Power, Built-In Speaker(s), Software Included |
| Type: | FireWire Audio Interface | Inputs/Outputs: | ADAT In |
| Form Factor: | Rack Mountable | Max. Number of Channels: | 18 |
| Interface Type: | FireWire Interface | Max. Sampling Rate: | 24 Bit (96kHz) |
| MPN: | Does Not Apply | Media Type: | ADAT |
| UPC: | 805676300702 |