Apogee Electronics have announced an updated version of their smallest interface. the all new Duet 3 is a 2 In x 4 Out, USB audio interface with 2 mic preamps and built in DSP. We have the details.

Now, the all-new Duet 3 brings next-generation Apogee performance and features to a sleek, ultra-low profile design. Duet 3 includes on-board hardware DSP that powers the Symphony ECS Channel Strip for zero-latency recording with FX (Symphony ECS Channel Strip FX and native plugin sold separately). Tuned by Bob Clearmountain, the ECS Channel Strip features presets custom crafted by the legendary mixer so you can dial in a pro recording sound instantly. Ideal for music creation, voice recording, streaming and even gaming, creators can use Duet 3 on their Mac or Windows workstations in a home studio or on the go. Duet 3 is also available with the all-new Duet Dock accessory (sold separately) which can optimize input and output cable organization and offer a more ergonomic experience on a studio desk.

Quality AD/DA Converters

The compact form factory with two inputs and four outputs of Apogee AD/DA conversion, plus two high quality preamps makes Duet ideal for mobile work. Connect microphones, guitars, keyboard and line level devices. Monitor and mix through two truly-balanced, line-level analog outputs for speakers and power your headphones with a zero-ohm headphone output for a dedicated headphone mix.

High Quality Preamps

The preamps quality of Apogee interfaces stand out. In our recent test of the Apogee Ensemble Ross Rotheroe-Bourge commended their exemplary sound quality - “Lots of clean gain from excellent sounding mic preamps and equally pristine conversion”. With up to 60dB of gain and 48v phantom power, they are suitable even for passive ribbons and insensitive dynamics with low noise and distortion down, even as you crank up the gain.

Dual Path Plugins

Few things are more distracting than latency when trying to record. Duet has on-board hardware DSP for FX processing with the Symphony ECS Channel Strip (sold separately) to precisely shape your tone on input and give you great sounding tracks, all while eliminating the delay that can occur while recording.

Duet 3 Highlights

• Best-in-class Apogee AD/DA conversion

• 2 world class preamps

• 2x4 USB Type C audio interface

• Low profile design with aluminum body

• Scratch resistant top

• Precision balanced backlit knob

• Input and output connections via breakout cable:

  • 2x ¼” Instrument inputs

  • 2x Mic/line inputs

  • 2x ¼” Balanced outputs

• ⅛” Stereo headphone output

• On-board hardware DSP powers Symphony ECS Channel Strip* for low-latency recording with FX

• 2 USB Type C ports for connection and external power as needed

• Bus powered

• macOS and Windows 10 compatible

• Optimized for Apple Logic Pro X and compatible with all popular audio software

• Add the Duet Dock* accessory for the ultimate desktop studio experience

• Stylish, padded travel case included

The Apogee Duet 3 is available from July 2021 priced at $599