Apogee AD-16X Converter

Introducing the Apogee X-Series.
Changing the Face of Digital Audio... Again.


Featuring BIG BENs C777 clocking technology and optional
X-Series Expansion Cards for direct connection to
Pro Tools | HD and computers equipped with FireWire 400


The AD-16X and the DA-16X, Apogees latest and most advanced conversion systems, take the legendary quality of Apogee a huge step forward. Features such as 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, make the AD & DA-16X the most powerful and flexible conversion combination ever. And, not only does the X-Series hardware offer unequalled, groundbreaking technology but it makes it available at a fraction of the cost associated with previous, premium Apogee gear.



Advanced High-Definition Conversion
The most critical component in the digital recording environment is proper, high-quality conversion and since the dawn of digital recording the most desired converters have been made by Apogee. With up to 192k standard sample rates, the AD & DA-16X combine Apogees legendary conversion quality with the very latest in high-definition digital to provide unrivalled flexibility and quality.



Redesigned Power Supply
Enabling optimum conversion requires a state of the art power supply. The fully redesigned power system of the AD & DA-16X incorporates a specially designed Synchronous Switching power supply that works in conjunction with Apogees very stable low jitter clock and filtering technology to provide superior heat and noise performance and an improved transient response over our previous linear power supply. This creates a power system that delivers total efficiency and provides an ideal environment for premium conversion.



Redesigned Analog Section
Incorporated in the AD & DA-16X are the very latest developments in Apogees groundbreaking analog circuit design. Through sophisticated implementation and optimal configuration, the selection of premium, contemporary opamps allows the X-Series to deliver conversion performance never before heard, while maintaining the signature Apogee sound: Clear, transparent, focused and punchy.



C777 Clocking used by Big Ben
The AD & DA 16-X use Apogees C777 clocking technology. Famous for keeping Big Ben on time, the C777 utilizes an entirely digital process that Apogee has developed with the most advanced Direct Digital Synthesis (DDS) technology and DSP-based digital filtering. With a stable, crystal based digital PLL handling the clocking, AD-16X and DA-16X are able to intelligently manipulate incoming signals and adapt to them accordingly. The result? The most aggressive jitter reduction ever and an astonishing and noticeable difference in sound quality.



SoftLimit: Maximize Levels, Minimize Overs
One of the greatest difficulties in digital recording is getting an adequate level without clipping and unwanted distortion. Soft Limit is an analog peak limiter that enables the capture of an additional 4-6 dB of level without going into an over condition. Short of purchasing a very expensive stand-alone compressor/limiter, there is currently no product on the market that handles this process better than SoftLimit.

UV22HR: Dither Down with 24-bit Detail
UV22HR is Apogees industry standard technology for reducing the word-length of a high-resolution digital signal to 16 bits for the CD mastering. UV22HR is also being employed to produce dramatically improved Internet and computer audio content without increased file sizes or data rates. It is estimated that 8 out of 10 hit records are mastered using Apogees UV22HR technology.

• 16 channels of premium 24-bit A/D conversion
  
• Sample rates up to 192k
  
• 16 channels of AES, ADAT/SMUX Output
  
  
• 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 DAWs
  
  
  
• All option cards (X-FireWire and X-HD) facilitate connection of multiple units
  
  
  
• "Soft Limit" for maximum digital level without overs
  (can be applied to a single channel or all channels)
  
  
  
• "UV22HR" for superior dither of high resolution audio to 16-bit
  (can be applied to a channel pair or all channels)
  
  
  
• Direct Digital Synthesis (DDS) using Big Bens C777 Clock Technology up to 192kHz
  
  
  
• Adaptive Loop Filtering (ALF) for optimum clock performance and minimum jitter
  
  
  
• Support for AES double wire and SMUX formats
  
  
  
• Post A/D conversion level monitoring
  
  
  
• Intuitive front panel calibration
  
  
  
• Word Clock termination switch
  
  

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