The Apogee Rosetta 800 delivers eight channels of world-class A/D and D/A conversion with the sonic precision and clarity that have made Apogee converters a benchmark in professional digital recording. Combining technology from Apogee’s legendary AD-8000 with the affordability and flexibility of the Rosetta series, the Apogee Rosetta 800 offers pristine 24-bit conversion at sample rates up to 192 kHz, making it equally at home in professional studios and high-end project environments.
Apogee’s SoftLimit circuitry ensures maximum digital level without distortion, while UV22HR provides high-quality dithering for mastering and down-conversion to 16-bit formats. The inclusion of Apogee’s dual-stage Intelliclock guarantees ultra-stable, jitter-free performance by combining a wide-range ‘read’ clock with an ultra-low-jitter ‘write’ clock. This results in extraordinary accuracy, smoothness, and low noise across all sample rates.
The Apogee Rosetta 800’s modular design allows direct integration with major DAW systems through Apogee’s X-Series expansion cards. With the X-HD card, users can connect directly to Pro Tools HD, while the X-Digi-Mix card extends the life of older Pro Tools Mix systems. The optional X-FireWire card adds native connectivity to macOS and Windows computers, providing a professional, low-latency FireWire interface without the need for additional hardware.
Featuring eight channels of AES and ADAT/SMUX I/O, full support for sample rates up to 192 kHz, and Apogee’s renowned analogue circuitry, the Apogee Rosetta 800 became one of the most respected multichannel converters of its time. It brought AD-8000 quality within reach of smaller studios, offering a cost-effective yet uncompromising solution for mastering, tracking, and mixing. Released in 2003, it cemented Apogee’s leadership in digital audio conversion and remains a sought-after classic among engineers seeking precision and warmth.
Features
- Eight channels of premium 24-bit A/D and D/A conversion
- Sample rates up to 192 kHz
- Apogee SoftLimit for maximum digital level without distortion
- Apogee UV22HR dithering for superior 16-bit mastering
- Intelliclock dual-stage jitter reduction for ultra-stable performance
- Eight channels of AES and ADAT/SMUX digital I/O
- Optional X-HD and X-Digi-Mix cards for direct Pro Tools connection
- Optional X-FireWire card for native macOS and Windows connectivity
- Selectable analogue output levels via internal jumpers
- Professional-grade build quality and low-noise analogue design