Worth every penn.... errr dollar! 
by yaknski from Spokghanistan, WA, January 2007
Music Background:  musician, budding engineer,

Upgraded from a MOTU 828mkII and wow what a difference in sonic quality! Wide, clear, crisp. Even playing a cd through the Rosetta is amazing. I've dealt once with Apogee support (my x-firewire card was defective) and they were great. I'm pretty sharp, but the installation process, manual layout left a little to be desired for me. It did have a learning curve for me at first, not as simple as the MOTU was, but once you've been around the unit it gets easier. I really think the manual's totally suck for user friendly operation and installation info (luckily I called Stephen Hawking and he explained the whole deal to me).
If you are wanting to upgrade your studio's sound, definitely start here, it's worth the money!

  THE NEXT LEVEL . 
by Marlon from GrandForks, N.D. U.S.A., October 2006
Music Background:  Hip-Hop Soul Producer

True Story. I just bought the Rosetta 200 and I'm extremely happy after tracking my first session with it. I've been tracking through Mic Pre's (Avalons,UA's etc...)for a while but never before has it resulted this way. I let a few people who are familiar with my work hear what I called a "Dummy track" and they had me blushing. I would often ask myself, how can I get that polished clarity on my tracks? My drums weren't there,stereo instruments weren't wide enough. Something was just missing and the keyword is was. I'm not a big time producer yet but the Rosetta has given me a huge boost of confidence and increased my chances of getting to the next level.

  This is a MUST HAVE item for any serious studio 
by Matt from Georgia, September 2006
Music Background:  Recording Engineer/Mastering Engineer

Having worked extensively with the old Apogee Rosetta and PSX1000, I had no hesitation purchasing this. I was pleasantly surprised though, to find that the design has continued to improve. The sound quality is amazing, and the new CODA section adds some serious tools to my studio. Old tracks that were recorded on inferior systems are being heard in a new way through the D/A converters. This has found an essential place in my studio, for recording, mixing, and mastering. One of the best investments you can make.

  Dessert for the ears! 
by David Belcher from Las Vegas NV, September 2006
Music Background:  Pro Musician

I have been a professional musician most of my adult life but just recently setup a home studio. As I progressed in my knowledge and gear I was introduced to the concept of getting good converters for my studio through my Sweetwater Rep. I researched converters and agreed with the theory so I ordered the Rosetta 200. Talk about theory translated in reality the unit literally transformed my sound. Setting down to work with my music now is like sitting down knowing I am going to eat my favorite desert instead of wondering what is on the menu. The clarity allows me to find those elusive nuances in a mix that are supporting or detracting from the sound I am trying to get. I found the effect of the unit to be a very creative and musical experience not just another piece of technology. I read that most everyone can by gear that gets you 90% of the way to a pro sound but that last 10% is what really makes the difference. The Rosetta is definitely part of that last 10%.

Amazing Sound! 
by Ron Griffin from Hampton, VA USA, August 2005

Just in case you think conversion is not as important as other aspects of recording...think again. Ever wonder how that other engineer got the sound quality that seems to elude you? Conversion is part of that great sound equation. With this unit I am hearing things I never heard before, and my clients and associate engineers are amazed. I run everything I can through this box. Now my CD's have that sound!

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