APOGEE TRAK2-2 CH.24-96K AtoD CONVERTER and MIC PREAMP

With Apogee?s award winning Trak2, you can have everything you need for a high-quality
digital session - in one compact single-unit rack space. A superb mic pre; incredible A/D
any digital interface you need; Trak2 is the best sounding, most flexible digital interface
available...anywhere.

A superb mic preamp...
At the front of the Trak2 is a discrete microphone preamplifier which stacks up favorably
against the best-known mic pres available. Accessible via rear panel XLRs or the front-panel
universal XLR/TRS connectors, the sound of this preamp will have you wanting to use it on
every session, analog or digital. The preamp also accepts hi-Z instrument inputs at the front
panel, for maximum versatility. Just plug an input into the front panel and it?s selected automatically.
An insert point is included to provide an analog output or to allow the insertion of analog
processors into the Trak2 signal path.

...An incredible A/D
From the analog stage, the signal passes to the very latest in A/D conversion technology
from Apogee?s award-winning engineering design team. The 2-channel, 24-bit A/D operates
at 44.1, 48, 88.2 and 96 kHz with a dynamic range in excess of 117 dB and an overall level
of quality exceeding that of systems costing several times the price. The A/D also includes
Apogee?s renowned Soft Limit process, which maximizes recording level without overs; and
the return of Apogee?s unique Soft Saturate system, which simulates analog tape compression.
Either feature can be switched in and out on one or both channels.

Maximum Interface Versatility
Two Apogee Multimedia Bus (AMBus) slots are provided in addition to the built-in AES-S/PDIF
output, enabling the Trak2 to connect to a wide variety of industry standard interfaces including
Digidesign?s Pro Tools, ADAT, TDIF, SDIF-II, SSL HiWay, and others, with new cards being
added all the time. Many cards support Apogee Bit-Splitting, which enables you to use standard
44.1/48, 16-bit recorders to store 20-, 24-bit, and even 96 kHz signals. The Trak2 features the
latest version of the Apogee Ultra-Low Jitter Clock, used to lock the unit to incoming digital or video
signals and virtually remove jitter. Also included is the latest incarnation of Apogee?s industry-standard
UV22 system for digital word-length reduction, UV22 HR (High Resolution), which takes a high-resolution
digital signal and reduces the word-length to 16 or 20 bits for CD or DVD-V mastering and Internet
applications while maintaining 24-bit detail.

Add a D/A
The Trak2 includes a special slot for an optional 2-channel or 8-channel D/A card with specifications
matching those of the A/D section, turning the Trak2 into a complete digital audio conversion system
with two A/D channels and up to 8 D/A. Hear the Apogee Difference You?ve never encountered anything
like the Trak2 from Apogee Digital. With the sweetest-sounding mic preamp you?ve ever heard, superb
24-bit, 96kHz A/D and optional D/A conversion, interfacing with almost any digital system including a
direct connection to Pro Tools... the possibilities are endless. Try the Trak2 at your authorized dealer
today... and hear The Apogee Difference.

- Superb two-channel microphone preamplifier with ±90dB gain, phantom power, front-panel universal
input socket, high-impedance direct instrument input, analog out ...and an incredible sound.
- Two channels of Apogee?s true 24-bit, 96 kHz A/D conversion with 117 dB dynamic range.
- Full 8-channel digital architecture including 8-channel format conversion and routing.
- AES/EBU and S/PDIF out plus two AMBus card slots to interface with Pro Tools, ADAT, TDIF, SDIF-II, etc.
- Apogee ¨Soft Limit¨ helps you record at a higher level without overs; Soft Saturate? gives you the
sound of analog tape compression!
- Apogee?s enhanced UV22HR? translates 24-bit signals to 20 or 16 bits while maintaining
high-resolution detail.
INPUTS:
* 2 Mic Preamp inputs via front panel Combi connectors or rear panel XLR connectors
* 2 analog line inputs/insert returns
OUTPUTS:
* 2 analog line outputs/insert sends
* AES/EBU S/PDIF output

DB25 to 8 x XLR Female. This cable allows the Apogee AP-8AD Yamaha A/D card to accept eight channels
of analog input. Also suitable for use with the AD-16 (quantity 2 required for 16 channels). The wiring is the
same as the analog input connector on a Tascam machine such as the DA-88. Alternatives are available from
Tascam, Hosa and others.

The DA-16X features a redesigned power supply, standard 192kHz sampling rates,
the C777 clocking technology found in Big Ben, and optional Pro Tools HD and
FireWire expansion cards. And, not only does the X-Series hardware offer unequaled,
groundbreaking technology but it makes it available at a fraction of the cost associated
with previous, premium Apogee gear.

Features:
16 channels of premium 24-bit DA conversion
Sample rates up to 192k
16 channels of AES, ADAT/SMUX Input
Word Clock I/O
Optional HD card for direct connection to ProTools HD
Optional S800 FireWire card capable of sample rates up to 192k, compatible
with OS X/Windows XP and all popular DAW's
All option cards (X-FireWire and X-HD) facilitate connection of multiple units
Direct Digital Synthesis (DDS) using Big Ben's C777 Clock Technology up to 192kHz
Master clock capability
Adaptive Loop Filtering (ALF) for optimum clock performance and minimum jitter
Support for AES double wire and SMUX formats
Intuitive front panel calibration
Word Clock termination switch
 

The new Fostex HP-A3 is the perfect DAC for Computer Audio. This high quality unit features 32bit D/A Conversion with an integrated headphone amplifier exclusively designed to get the most from and PC audio set-up.

Why settle for 'built-in' D/A conversion when you can drastically improve the quality of your audio with a Fostex HP-A3?

• USB Bus power without using unwanted AC adapter
• Works with up to 24bit/96kHz audio source
• Exclusive PLL power supply is built in to reproduce the stable electrical supply
• High quality analog headphone amp to drive any type of headphones
• Equipped with hgih-grade AKM 32bit(*) DAC AK4390
• Condensers and OP amp designed exclusively for audio products
• USB / Digital (Optical) input selector
• Headphones / RCA (Analog) output selector
• Doubles as D/D converter from USB digital audio to Optical
• An USB/AC adapter from the shelf can be used for use as an Optical / Analog converter

Note: When using the USB input, the sampling frequency is fixed at 96kHz.  Audio file with Fs 32k/44.1k/48kHz will be reproduced by upsampling to 96kHz and the S/PDIF Out is also fixed at 96kHz.

Input
USB port sampling frequency 16bit-24bit/96kHz
Interface: USB full speed
Digital Connector: optical, square
Format: S/PDIF (32kHz - 96kHz)

Output
Phones Connector: Stereo phone
Max Output: 100mW (32-ohm loaded)
THD: less than 0.01% at 1kHz, 32-ohm loaded, 100mW
Frequency response: 20Hz / 20kHz +-0.3dB (32ohm loaded, 100mW)
Analog Connector: RCA Pin
Reference output level -10dBV
THD: less than 0.01% at 1kHz
Frequency response: 20Hz / 20kHz +-0.3dB
Digital Connector: Optical, square
Format S/PDIF (32kHz - 96kHz)

General
Power: DC5V (via USB port)
Power Consumption: 2.5W
Accessories: 1 x USB cable (1.0m), 4 x rubber foot, manual
Dimensions: 108mm(W) x 36mm(H) x 140mm(D)
Weight: approx. 450g

Digital Audio Bliss

DACmini™ is not just a USB DAC. DACmini is one of the world's highest-performing digital audio devices. Its precision-engineered audiophile circuitry is designed to elevate your system's sound quality to a new level. Featuring 192kHz/24-bit performance over SPDIF and 96kHz/24-bit, driverless performance over USB, an analog input, and both headphone and line-level outputs, DACmini is an extremely flexible device that can upgrade the performance of any audio system. It easily connects to such sources as a Mac desktop or laptop (including Mac mini), Windows desktop or laptop, music server, iPod/iPhone, Apple TV, Airport Express, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and Squeezebox, providing a variety of ways to create an audiophile playback system.
 
The Versatile Audio Hub

DACmini is designed to be the centerpiece of your digital audio system. It returns the warmth to your digital audio without being obtrusive. Customers describe DACmini's sound as having "Transparent highs, tight bass, and clarity in the mid-range only found in products well above the £1000 price range." DACmini is also a versatile home audio hub, featuring a line-level input for your portable music player, an S/PDIF input for your digital sources, and a Class-A Headphone Amplifier that can drive virtually any headphones with lowest distortion. Placed near your computer monitor, it becomes the center of your desktop audio system.
 
Perfect Partner

DACmini is styled to stack perfectly with an Apple Mac mini, making for an exceptional small-footprint music server. Improving upon our successful portable DACport and featuring the amazing CEntrance USB audio technology, DACmini is a perfect way to listen to High Definition music at home.
 
Key Features


Driverless USB implementation featuring full 24/96 resolution
Virtually unmeasurable jitter, for amazing clarity and definition
Exceptional noise immunity via a galvanically-isolated design
Headphone amplifier offers clarity, soundstage and no listening fatigue
Machined aluminum chassis looks great on a desktop or equipment shelf

Specifications


Resolution - 24-bit (Also supports 16-bit)
Sample Rate - USB: Up to 96kHz, S/PDIF: Up to 192 kHz    
Interface - USB1.1 or 2.0, driverless
Local clock - 10 ppm precision, unmeasurable jitter
Compatibility - Any computer running Mac, PC, or Linux

Analog Specs
    

Nominal Output level - +6.0dBV (RCA outputs)    
Frequency Response - 20Hz...40kHz; +0.0dB / -0.1dB (Line or Digital inputs)
S/N Ratio: (A-wght) - 144dB (Line inputs); 113dB (Digital inputs)
THD+N - 0.00022% (Line inputs); 0.001% (Digital inputs)    
Crosstalk - -128dB (Line inputs); 118dB (Digital inputs)    
Output Impedance - 25 Ohms (Line output); 1 Ohm (Headphone output)  
Output Power - 1.5W (total), drives 32...600 Ohm headphones   
Max Output level* - +13.5dBV (32 Ohms load),  +18.6dBV (300 Ohms load),  +19.0dBV (600 Ohms load)

* Listening to IEMs or other high sensitivity headphones at maximum level may damage your hearing.

General Specs
    

Audio Output - Gold-plated RCA line-out, stereo 1/4" headphone out
Headphone Amp - Direct Class-A, no caps in the signal path   
External Power - +9...+19V DC, wide choice of external power supplies  
Internal power - Ground-isolated, ±15V, super-clean, dual analog rails  
Unit Dimensions - 164 mm x 164 mm x 42 mm  
Shipping weight - 1.7 kg

Power and Options...
The Apogee X-Series FireWire Card gives you the power and convenience of a
direct connection to any FireWire equipped computer. The X-FireWire Card uses
an expansion slot in the ROSETTA 800 to give users of Logic, Nuendo and other
popular software the option of amazing sounding Apogee conversion. Using Apple?s
Core Audio FireWire driver for Macintosh and ASIO drivers for Windows, your
hardware options for your DAW are greatly expanded.

eXpandability...
The two ports on the Apogee X-FireWire Card allow you to daisy-chain additional
devices to create an entire system. By extending the bus, the X-FireWire card
allows for daisy-chaining of multiple Apogee systems or compatible peripherals,
and permits the use of multiple FireWire devices by computers with only one port.
The card also passes power through the FireWire ports to allow the powering of
additional devices. (Note: This feature is available for Windows systems only at this time).

Get Connected
With and X-FireWire card installed in an AD-16X, DA-16X, Rosetta 200 or Rosetta 800
you have the power of a professional FireWire connection to your favorite DAW: Logic 7,
Nuendo, Cubase, Cakewalk, Live or virtually any native audio production software.

Low Latency with FireMix
FireMix is a mixer application that allows control and creation of customizable sub-mixes
for low latency performance in the native environment. FireMix features accurate input and
output metering, 16bit fader control, and eight 48bit mix busses with enough DSP headroom
to insure that there are no compromises to the audio quality. FireMix also has customizable
pan control and key modifier user preferences to allow FireMix to operate in the same manner
as your favorite audio application. With FireMix, you will get low latency monitoring, have the
ability to save and recall all of your mixes, group and ungroup master faders all with little to no
impact on your CPU performance.

Features:
* 2, S400 FireWire connectors, allowing convenient chaining of multiple units
* Compatible with Apple's OS X built-in FireWire Core Audio driver
* Supplied with Windows XP WDM/ASIO driver
* Up to 8x8 24bit at 88.2/96k
* Up to 4x4 24-bit channels at 176.4/192KHz
* Fully compliant and compatible with 61883-6 and other relevant 1394 IEEE
  and AES specifications
* Allows low-jitter synchronization to a FireWire audio network and can provide
  a master clock source for a FireWire audio network