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Apogee Duet (No Longer Available)

24-bit/96kHz 2-channel FireWire Interface with 2 XLR Inputs and Bus Power

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Portable Apogee-quality sound!

Building on the success of the Ensemble, Apogee's Duet offers you the same integrated hardware and software technology in a streamlined 2-channel audio interface. Its low-profile design makes it a perfect fit for your Apple-based home studio or laptop workstation. The Duet offers you 100% Apogee quality and clarity, with pristine 24-bit/96kHz audio resolution and ultra-clear microphone preamps for pro-level audio. Like the Ensemble, the Duet integrates seamlessly with Logic, Final Cut, Soundtrack Pro, and GarageBand software for the ultimate in stability. And it gets its power from your computer via its FireWire 400 connection, so you can take Duet with you anywhere to make incredible sounding recordings!

Duet is the first two-channel audio interface with control functions built directly into Apple's music and video production software, but what if you want to use Duet with other audio applications on your Mac? No problem — the included Maestro software lets you use the Duet with any core-audio-based program. With Maestro, you can control all of Duet's capabilities and settings and use Duet with any Core Audio-compatible application. With the assignable MIDI and selective muting options in Maestro, Duet's control knob becomes a one-touch manager of all your I/O functions while totally simplifying the process of recording and listening, and a simple setting in Maestro lets you monitor your input and output levels.

The Apogee Duet gives you two superbly clear microphone inputs, each with phantom power and up to 75dB of gain. An I/O breakout cable makes connecting your microphones, instruments, and speakers easy and elegant. The breakout cable has two XLR connections and dual, 1/4" high impedance inputs, which are ideal for any combination of two instruments, such as guitars, basses, and keyboards. Each high-quality connector is clearly labeled with the corresponding icon and the speaker connectors are distinguished by a unique purple slider. The breakout cable provides a natural strain relief between the Duet and its connections, and it lets you easily disconnect your Duet from your equipment for on-the-go portability.

Apogee Duet 2-channel FireWire Interface Features at a Glance:
  • Two channels of professional-quality 24-bit/96kHz audio input and output
  • Two balanced XLR inputs, with selectable 48V phantom power on each input
  • Two unbalanced high impedance instrument inputs
  • One high-level stereo headphone output
  • Two unbalanced -10 dBV line outputs for powered speakers
  • Multi-function controller knob for volume and input gain control and assignable MIDI control
  • Multi-segment LED meters to display input or output levels
  • FireWire 400, compatible with Mac OS X Core Audio
  • Two-Channel FireWire Audio Interface
  • Control functions built directly into Apple's Logic Pro, Soundtrack Pro and GarageBand
  • Apogee's Maestro software for advanced control and low latency mixing
  • Computer: Mac G4 1GHz or faster, G5 or Intel CPU
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM minimum, 2 GB recommended
  • OS: 10.4.10 or greater

Apogee Duet's gives you pristine audio on the go!

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Sweetwater Advice

Mike Hammond
Apogee has a true winner with the Duet! My clients that are on-the-go recording engineers and artists are loving it! Like the Ensemble, the Duet gives you top-class converters, tight integration, and super stability with most any Core Audio application, and awesome features for such a small and affordable FireWire interface.
Carson McClain
Is there a more perfect FireWire interface for the traveling or home studio producer? I don't think so. This is the little brother of Apogee's flagship FireWire interface, the Ensemble. This has the same converters, the same preamps, and the same high-quality headhone output as its big brother. I have sold many of these little guys to people who only need one or two inputs, and the feedback I hear is better than most. The Duet seamlessly integrates with Apple's professional software such as Logic 8, Final Cut Pro, MainStage and Soundtrack. You can't go wrong with this as your main interface or as a secondary travel companion. The Duet is a winner!
John Grabowski
I picked up a Duet for my laptop recording rig, and I have to say, the Duet's setup and simplicity of operation are simply awesome. No feature bloat, it has just enough of all the right stuff for me - and it looks and feels great doing what it does so well. I love it!

incredible

by Dom from New Jersey
February 10, 2010
Music Background: Progressive Trance Producer
I just picked this up after christmas and I have to say that it was the best investment I\'ve ever made to date for production. I produce dance music on a macbook pro and my productions always came o... read more [+]ut squashed together and the soundstage was not full and lush. After picking up the apogee duet and listening to a couple of songs I noticed that the soundstage was incredibly wide and full. Every detail imaginable flows into your ears. After making a few productions with this interface I noticed my productions are incredibly clear and professional. This quality cannot be achieved with anything else unless you spend thousands of dollars! Do not waste your money on a cheap $250 interface just save up the extra money and get the best thing for the money you wont regret it! close [-]

ALL WE WANTED

by Engr. Codera Antse from Abuja, Nigeria
February 1, 2010
Music Background: Broadcast Engineer
All we wanted was a high quality affordable interface...

1. Duet is far from a contraption. I have owned Motu MK3 828, Presonus FireStudio and Emu 1820m in the past. All were great inte... read more [+]rfaces but the Duet stands out.
2. 40dB of gain is alot gain for a prosumer device.
3. I'm sure all reviews on this page are opinions of people who have tested the Duet and found it satisfactory.

What makes duet stand out?

Simplicity
Mobility
Quality
Versatility

I love my Duet so much and will always suggest it for anyone who intends to make pro quality recordings on a Mac. For hiss and noise (which I've not experienced), buy ProCo cables, that should solve that problem. close [-]
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