* Special Order *

 

12 IN x 14 OUT Thunderbolt Audio I/O Box for Mac

Element 46 is great for any collaborating musician recording at home, on the go or in a small project studio. With 4 analog inputs (including 4 world-class mic preamps), 2 headphone outputs and stereo speaker outputs, Element 46 is the perfect upgrade from an entry level audio interface.

Highlights

• 12 IN x 14 OUT Audio I/O box
• AD/DA conversion for recording up to 192kHz/24-bit
• 4 analog inputs with world-class mic preamps and selectable 48v phantom power for connecting microphones, instruments or line-level devices
  • 4 combination inputs
• 6 analog outputs
  • 2 balanced L/R XLR outputs
  • 2 1/4” stereo headphone output
• Single port Thunderbolt connectivity to Mac for ultra-low latency performance
  • 1.41ms round-trip at 96kHz with a 32 buffer setting
• Optical IN: Supports ADAT, SMUX & S/PDIF
  • ADAT: 8 channels 44.1-48 kHz on 1 Toslink connector
  • SMUX: 4 channels 88.2-96 kHz on 1 Toslink connector
  • S/PDIF: 2 channels, up to 192 kHz on 1 Toslink connector

• Optical OUT: Supports ADAT, SMUX & S/PDIF
  • ADAT: 8 channels 44.1-48 kHz on 1 Toslink connector
  • SMUX: 4 channels 88.2-96 kHz on 1 Toslink connector
  • S/PDIF: 2 channels, up to 192 kHz on 1 Toslink connector
• Word Clock IN/OUT via BNC connections for syncing with other digital audio gear
• Element Control Software for Mac provides all control of hardware parameters including input gain, output level and low latency monitoring
• Element Control Mobile App provides wireless remote control of hardware via iPhone, iPad or iPod touch
• Works with Apogee Control – Optional desktop hardware remote control (Sold separately)
• Multi-Unit Thunderbolt support – Connect any two Element audio I/O boxes directly to Thunderbolt ports on your computer

System Requirements

Mac OS:

• Computer: Thunderbolt-equipped Mac (iMac, Macbook Pro, Macbook Air, Mac Pro)
• Memory: 4 GB RAM minimum, 8 GB recommended
• OS: 10.10 or greater
• Connection: Any available Thunderbolt port*
• Power: DC Power supply included

*Thunderbolt cable not included

Compatible Software:

• Any Mac Core Audio compatible application
• Recommended apps: Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Ableton Live, GarageBand, MainStage, Final Cut, Digital Performer, Studio One, Cubase, and Nuendo

In the box:

• Element 46
• Universal Power Supply with standard 3 pin-IEC cable
• Quick Start Guide
• Warranty Booklet

A/D conversion:

• Max input level ( 4dBu ref/Mic): 20dBu
• Max input level (-10dBV ref): 6dBV
• Input impedance: 5KOhm
• Freq resp 10 Hz -20Khz: > /-0.2dB (@44.1Khz)
• Rel. THD N: -110dB
• Dyn. Range: 119dB (A-weighted)

D/A conversion:

• Max output level ( 4dBu ref): 20dBu
• Max output level (-10dBV ref): 6dBV
• Line output impedance: 90 Ohm
• Freq resp 10Hz -20 Khz: > /- 0.05dB (@44.1Khz)
• Rel. THD N : -114dB
• Dyn Range: 123dB (A-weighted)
• Headphone Max output level:
  • 560mW into 30 Ohm
  • 90mW into 600 Ohm
• Headphone THD N: -107 dB with 600 Ohm load @ 19 dBu
• Headphone Dyn Range: 117dB a-weighted

 

 

* A "Special Order" is a product that we normally do not keep in stock. We order it from the manufacturer as soon as you order from us. We are the official distributor so we can get your special order to you fast in about 2-3 weeks. Remember that special orders are non-cancellable, so make sure the item you are ordering is correct.  Call us at 03-79540316 if you need assistance.