Symphony Studio 2x12 vs Symphony Studio 8x16
The Symphony Studio 8x16 costs about $1,800 more than the Symphony Studio 2x12 and buys you 6 more I/O.
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Symphony Studio 2x12Apogee
Symphony Studio 8x16| Spec | Symphony Studio 2x12 | Symphony Studio 8x16 |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 1U | 1U |
| Weight | 10.0 lbs | 10.0 lbs |
| Power draw | Passive | Passive |
| Depth | 307.975 mm | 307.975 mm |
| I/O count | 8 | 14 |
| Price | ~$2,199 | ~$3,999 |
Highlighted where one is plainly lighter, smaller, cheaper or draws less. I/O count is left unmarked on purpose — more connectors you don't need is weight, cost and a bigger case.
Settle it in your own rack
Specs decide less than fit does. Drop either one into your rig and see the real answer — what space is left, what the circuit draws, and whether every cable it needs actually lands somewhere.
Open the rack plannerTry 15 minutes without an account. Both units are in the catalog.

