Apogee
Duet 3 USB-C Audio Interface with ModEQ 6 and ModComp FX Bundle
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*Symphony ECS Channel Strip not included, sold separately.
Superior Sound Quality
Achieving superior sound quality in a digital audio interface requires experienced engineering that artfully orchestrates AD/DA converters, digital clocking, analog circuitry and power management technology to achieve a harmonious blend of carefully selected components and thoughtful design. Duet is the result of decades of innovation and expertise and delivers sound quality unmatched in its class.
Legendary AD/DA Converters
With two inputs and four outputs of legendary Apogee AD/DA conversion, plus two world-class preamps, Duet is the perfect partner for your home and mobile studio. Connect microphones, guitars, keyboard and line level devices to capture every detail. Monitor and mix with the full depth and dimension of your sound 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.
World Class Preamps
One of the most critical components for high quality recording is your preamp and the pres in Apogee Duet are world-class. With up to 60dB of gain and 48v phantom power, you can cleanly and precisely capture any audio source with even the most demanding microphones. Meticulous Apogee engineering, keeps noise and distortion down, even as you crank up the gain.
Plug-in to On-board DSP
To capture your best performance, you need to dial in an inspiring sound quickly and easily. And few things are more distracting than latency when trying to record. Duet gives you 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 redording.
ModEQ 6 + ModComp
The Mod EQ 6 + ModComp bundle are premium native Apogee FX plugins that offer comprehensive visual audio sculpting tools and professional sound quality. The bundle includes versions that can run natively in your favorite macOS DAW without any Apogee hardware connected. For Ensemble and Element users, FX Rack features Apogee's DualPath Monitoring functionality which links and mirrors the plugins in your DAW with plugins running on Apogee hardware DSP in Element Series and Ensemble Thunderbolt audio interfaces.
DualPath monitoring is a unique and transformative workflow that gives you ultra-low latency while recording, simple single window operation and optimal CPU efficiency. For Symphony Desktop users, ApogeeChannelFX features allows plugins to run on DSP in either Monitor FX mode or Print FX mode. Monitor FX mode provides the same DualPath monitoring features above, and Print FX mode commits the effected sound into your recorded audio, both with low-latency performance.
Features
• Best-in-class Apogee conversion and mic preamps• 2x4 USB Type C audio interface
• Low profile design with aluminum body
• Scratch resistant top
• Precision balanced back lit knob
• Input and output connections via breakout cable:
• 2x 1/4" Instrument inputs
• 2x Mic/line inputs
• 2x 1/4" Balanced outputs
• 1/8" Headphone output
• 2 USB Type C ports for connection and external power as needed
• Bus powered / External power optional via USB Type C port
• On-board hardware DSP for low-latency recording with Apogee FX
• macOS, Windows 10 compatible
• Travel case included
ModEQ 6 Features
• 6 Band Parametric EQ• Lo Pass, Hi Pass
• 2 Peak/Shelf
• 2 Peak/Notch
• Visual user interface
• Spectrum Analyzer
• Band Solo
• Proportional/Constant Q
• Includes FX and FX Rack versions
• Run natively in your favorite DAW on your Mac, no Apogee hardware required
• Runs on Apogee hardware DSP in Element Series and Ensemble Thunderbolt audio interfaces and features DualPath Monitoring for near zero latency recording
ModComp
• Modern Compressor/Limiter• Visual user interface
• 3 User Selectable Styles, Punch, Easy and Level
• 2- Band Sidechain EQ
• Auto Makeup
• Dry/FX Mix
• Includes FX and FX Rack versions
• Run natively in your favorite DAW on your Mac, no Apogee hardware required
• Runs on Apogee hardware DSP in Element Series and Ensemble Thunderbolt audio interfaces and features DualPath Monitoring for near zero latency recording
In the Box
- Duet 3- Breakout cable
- Travel case
- USB Type C / Type A cable
Compatibility
macOS: 10.15 and laterPC: Windows 10 Anniversary update or later
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Protect your investment with the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty
A warranty can be a very important factor when making a buying decision. Because repairs can be very expensive in terms of parts and labour costs, manufacturers usually only provide one year limited warranties that generally only cover items that malfunction due to a manufacturer’s defect. With an important purchase such as a musical
instrument or piece of studio gear, however, many people want to have the peace of mind in knowing that their investment will be protected should the product no longer be performing at 100%.
Because of this, Long & McQuade provides our customers with a FREE one-year Performance Warranty on most of our products. The Long & McQuade Performance Warranty supplements the manufacturer’s warranty to ensure that our customers receive complete “no hassle” warranty coverage within their first year.
How does the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty differ from most manufacturers' warranties?
- Performance Guarantee: Normal wear and tear is covered, so your product will be performing as well as the day you purchased it for the entire duration of the coverage. Band and Orchestral Performance Warranty does not include replacing pads or cleaning for woodwind instruments, unless deemed necessary by our repair staff. Ultrasonic cleaning for brass instruments will be provided if deemed necessary by our repair staff, but is not routinely offered under the Performance Warranty.
- Product Replacement: If your product cannot be fixed or costs too much to fix, we will replace it with the equivalent model for no additional charge. If this is not possible, a full refund will be provided.
- No Lemon Policy: Your product will be replaced should the same problem occur multiple times.
- Convenient: Easy drop off and pick up of the product at any Long & McQuade location.
- Guitar Setup: Guitars purchased at Long & McQuade come with 1 free setup, to be redeemed within 1 year for new guitars and 90 days for used guitars.
- Loaners Available: A loaner product may be given while the product is being repaired.
- Power Surge Protection: Your product is covered even if damaged from a power surge.
- Accessory Coverage: Any peripheral devices or accessories that come with your product (i.e. foot pedal, case) are also covered.
- Commercial Use Coverage: Music and recording professionals who purchase gear for “heavy-use” commercial purposes will still be covered.
Long & McQuade reserves the right to restrict the purchase of additional years of Performance Warranty. Used products come with a 3-month Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Some products (i.e. computers, software, cymbals and other items) are covered only by the manufacturer‘s warranty. Consumables (i.e. strings, reeds, drum sticks, batteries, tubes, cross faders) are excluded as they are designed to be replaced. Cosmetic Damage, Accidental Damage, or problems caused by Humidity or Temperature Issues are not covered. Speakers damaged by overpowering are generally not covered. Our coverage does not provide compensation for loss of use. As of June 2018 the Performance Warranty is no longer transferable. The warranty is only valid in Canada.
Purchasing additional years of coverage
Some manufacturers provide warranties for longer than 1 year; however, these are usually limited warranties that do not provide the same coverage as the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Customers interested in more complete and convenient (but not necessarily longer) coverage are still able to purchase additional years of the Performance Warranty.
If you are interested in receiving this coverage for longer than one year, you have the option of purchasing additional years of the Performance Warranty. The pricing is as follows:
- NEW products: 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. 4% for each additional year.
- USED products: 4% of the current new selling price to increase the warranty from 3 months to 1 year. 4% for each additional year.
- GUITARS: 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. 4% for each additional year. $45 maximum. An additional free setup is not included with additional purchased years of Performance Warranty.
- BAND and ORCHESTRAL instruments: 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. 4% for each additional year.
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| Product | SKU | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Duet 3 USB-C Audio Interface with ModEQ 6 and ModComp FX Bundle | 792861 |
