Maestro mixer and routing settings, now located in ensemble. Turn on ensemble this is opposite as to what it apogee says but their tech support said to do it 7. Apogee introduces ensemble, a multichannel digital audio interface designed specifically for use with apple macintosh computers. But between apogee s commitment to consistently improving the product with routine driver updates and the excellent integration via logic pro 8. Ensemble s custom driver includes two innovative features to maximize the performance of the softwarehardware interface. Do apogee s thunderbolt products element 24, element 46, element 88, ensemble thunderbolt, symphony io mkii thunderbolt, and symphony 64 thunderbridge work with the 2015 and 2016 12. Apogee electronics corporation has released standalone mode firmware for ensemble, apogee s digitally controlled, multichannel audio interface. See details apogee ensemble thunderbolt see all 2 brand new listings.
Ultimately, though, despite a few remaining driver issues, apogee have done a great job with the ensemble, incorporating highquality audio components into a firewire interface thats easy to use, integrates well with mac os x and logic pro, and offers flexible routing via the maestro software. Apogee ensemble thunderbolt 2 audio interface guitar center. Apogee electronics has announced a new 2x6 special edition adda module for their symphony io mk ii series. Apogee ensemble audio interfacefor the macintosh for sale. It could be that the osx firewire driver is just no longer playing nice. Duet firewire, ensemble firewire along with several audio interfaces from other manufacturers also take advantage of this driver, meaning that the audio. My apogee ensemble thunderbolt has been working with the apogee maestro 2 software without any problems for a year or so, but does not work with the new apogee control software. Shut all down 10 change firewire port on ensemble 11. The awardwinning apogee duet combines an audio interface, headphone amp, and midi interface that makes it a snap to create professional recordings in any location on your ipad, iphone, ipod touch, or mac. Apogee ensemble how to install driver and maestro software. Both altae ethernet interface and altau usb interface models are supported.
Duet firewire, ensemble firewire along with several audio interfaces from other manufacturers also take advantage of this driver, meaning that the audio driver needed for. The quickest way to download software installer package for your product. Apogee electronics ensemble 30 x 34 ensemble thunderbolt. The duet firewire july 2012 release is intended for new duet firewire installations on mac os 10. Once a technology exclusively reserved for apogee s most advanced audio converters, soft limit is included in ensemble and can be enabled in apogee maestro software. Despite my complaints about apogee s user experience, sound quality and highperformance software make ensemble a winner, and i would definitely recommend ensemble as a top choice, allinone firewire interface for mac os x, especially if youre running logic. Apogee have been making highquality audio interfaces for apple mac for many years. Dear pro audio tony mac apogee ensemble thunderbolt users. Buy apogee electronics ensemble 30 x 34 thunderbolt audio interface featuring eight mic preamps with up to 75 db gain, two front panel guitar io with ajfets, 1. Tech support is free for registered customers only. Ensemble is the first and only multichannel audio interface to be controllable natively within apples logic pro software, creating a complete, fully integrated professional hardware and software system for audio production on a mac. Apogee releases its most affordable fullfeatured mac. How to install apogee ensemble firewire on macos mojave.
Contact apogee tech support chat and email response. The ensembles drivers have also been regularly updated, with the current. Ensemble thunderbolt audio interface apogee electronics. So it looks like apple finally fixed it and apogee have the allimportant driver ahead of 10. Important note for os x leopard compatibility to ensure your apogee product works well with mac os x leopard v10. With ultralow latency performance, comprehensive studio functionality and legendary apogee quality, ensemble is the ideal choice to meet the diverse demands of the professional home or commercial studio. Theyve been matching apples style and aesthetic and probably consider themselves the ideal pro audio partner. Some of those devices were sold until 20, two years ago. I had tried upgraded to high sierra and had issues with the ensemble firewire not showing up. One for mac is a 2 in x 2 out usb audio interfacemicrophone that is the most affordable allinone solution for writing, recording and mixing music on your mac. Linux apogee instruments camera drivers the random factory is pleased to announce the latest release of our linux drivers for the apogee instruments series of ccd cameras. Level can also be set from within apogee s maestro, or your mac s sound and audio midi setup control panels.
Warning to apogee ensemble and duet firewire users planning to. Linux apogee instruments camera drivers random factory. If our live chat is not available in the lower right corner of your screen, you can submit a ticket through this form. I have been using the apogee maestro 2 software for quite some time with the apogee ensemble thunderbolt by using the thunderbolt 3 connection on my motherboard z170x ud5 th connected via startech thunderbolt 32 converter. To ensure your apogee product works well with mac os x leopard v. Apogee ensemble firewire digital interface musicians friend. If you have an existing apogee software cd or a previously downloaded installer, please do not use it with leopard. Apogee alta drivers for mac os x introduction the random factory is pleased to announce the availability of mac os x based drivers and control software for apogee instruments alta series of scientific ccd cameras. Apogee duet usb audio interface for ipad, iphone and mac. Apogee ensemble thunderbolt 2 audio interface woodwind.
If duet fw august 2011 software was preinstalled before updating to os 10. With ensemble, everything from mic pre and output gain to sample and bit rate selection are controllable from within the apogee control panel in logic. Ultimately, though, despite a few remaining driver issues, apogee have done a great job with the ensemble, incorporating highquality audio components into a firewire interface thats easy to use, integrates well with mac os x and logic pro. The ultimate desktop studio interface and control center for mac apogee quartet is a professional usb audio interface designed to deliver the ultimate desktop recording experience to the mac based. Duet firewire is fully compatible with mac os mountain lion 10. Check out the readme for more information and grab the file duetupdatemay08. Duet firewire, ensemble firewire along with several audio interfaces from other manufacturers also take advantage of this driver, meaning that the audio driver needed for your duet firewire or ensemble firewire comes with your mac and is supported by apple. Ensembles proprietary thunderbolt driver has been written from the ground up for mac os x mavericks, resulting in unmatched performance and efficiency. So it is with some astonishment that apogee have calmly announced that they are releasing windows 10 drivers for some of their old usb interfaces.
Ive accidentally fixed my issue with apogee duet and i want to share how i did it not 100% sure this is working for you. Apogee is proud to announce compatibility with apples new mac os x mountain lion, released today. Do apogee s thunderbolt products element 24, element 46, element 88, ensemble thunderbolt, symphony io mkii thunderbolt, and symphony 64 thunderbridge work with the. I have updated the firmware on the apogee ensemble. Apogee quartet 4 in x 8 out audio interface and control. The term of this warranty begins on the date of sale to the purchaser. Sierra high sierra and apogee ensemble firewire gearslutz. How to install apogee ensemble firewire on macos catalina safe. Warning to apogee ensemble and duet firewire users. Apogee announces compatibility with mac os x mountain lion. Standalone mode allows ensemble to function without being connected by firewire to a macintosh computer.
Ensemble thunderbolt is the best sounding allinone audio recording interface for mac. Recording equipment apogee ensemble thunderbolt user manual 67 pages. The apogee ensemble thunderbolt is the best sounding allinone audio recording interface for mac. Apogee ensemble thunderbolt audio interface for mac store dj. Ensemble s proprietary thunderbolt driver has been written from the ground up for mac os x mavericks, resulting in unmatched performance and efficiency. Apogee finally releases windows drivers for its old. Apogee adds direct monitoring support for its ensemble. Apogee has provided compatibility for the products below. But recently, i made a partition and installed sierra, and then did a clean install with the apogee software and drivers. The apogee support team is constantly updating the knowledgebase. Apogee adds direct monitoring support for its ensemble thunderbolt and element hardware to apple logic pro x.