Gearank Recommendation
The Quartet appeared on our recommended list for USB Audio Interfaces from November 2016 until January 2019.
Overview
The Apogee Quartet is a USB audio interface specifically designed for Mac and iOS devices, featuring four analog combo XLR/TRS inputs, four Apogee preamps, a Lightpipe input for expanding to 12 inputs, and it has a versatile set of eight output ports.
Still, the main selling point of this interface is its premium quality AD/DA conversion at 24-bit/192kHz, which compliments Apple’s popular smartphones, tablets and computers really well.
All these features are packed into a desktop-friendly angled form factor with an intuitive interface that include an OLED display, assignable touch pads and a single main knob.
For those with budget limitations, check out our Cheap audio Interface guide.
Specifications
- A/D Resolution: 24-bit/192kHz
- Simultaneous I/O: 12 x 8
- Inputs: 4 x XLR/TRS Combo, 1 x Lightpipe
- Outputs: 6 x 1/4″. 2 x XLR, 2 x Stereo, 1 x 1/4″ Stereo 5.1 Monitor
- Computer Connectivity: USB 2.0
- MIDI: USB
- 4 x Apogee mic preamps
- Phantom Power: +48V
- Zero latency monitoring
- Bundled Software: Tracktion 4
