Symphony Studio 8x8 vs Lyra 2
The Symphony Studio 8x8 and the Lyra 2 sit at about the same price, but the Lyra 2 adds 7 more I/O, plus TS 1/4" and RJ45 (Ethernet).
Apogee
Symphony Studio 8x8Prism Sound
Lyra 2| Spec | Symphony Studio 8x8 | Lyra 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 1U | 1U |
| Weight | 10.0 lbs | 4.6 lbs |
| Power draw | Passive | 15W |
| Depth | 307.975 mm | 242 mm |
| I/O count | 13 | 20 |
| Price | ~$2,999 | ~$2,999 |
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.
Connectors only one of them has
Symphony Studio 8x8
- TRS 1/8"
- DB25
- USB-C
Lyra 2
- TS 1/4"
- RJ45 (Ethernet)
- USB-B
- BNC
- RCA
- TOSLINK (Optical)
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.