Specifications

MINI
-DAC
2-Channel 192kHz D/A Converter
Following the huge success of Mini-Me
Apogee’s latest addition to
their Mini Series, the
Mini-DAC is a professional
quality,192kHz D/A
converter—and the ultimate
portable and compact solution for
studio playback, reference monitoring, USB
connectivity to your DAW, and premium home audio systems.
Mini-DAC provides AES, optical (ADAT, S/MUX & S/PDIF) S/PDIF Coax,
USB inputs, and analog output level control. Also included with Mini-DAC is
“digital-thru-mode”, a unique USB technology allowing the connection of
non-USB digital devices to a computer/DAW.
APOGEE DIGITAL
MINI•ME
2-Channel Mic/Instrument Preamp
The Mini•Me is a portable 2-channel 24-bit/96kHz A/D converter with built-in mic/instru-
ment preamps, featuring a special low-power, wide range supply-voltage design
for maximum flexibility. But this compact unit is not a toy. It is a
professional audio product and delivers true Apogee professional-
quality audio performance, from input to AES/EBU and S/PDIF
digital outputs. And with a low-latency USB interface, you can use
almost any software you choose. Other features include headphone
out with level and Direct/USB Return Mix knobs, unique multicurve
comp/limiter, and flawless 16- and 20-bit output using UV22 technology.
◆ Front panel feature left and right input
level controls with a click stop at the far left
that activates a preset line/cal level, set with
multi-turn trimmers. Accurate LED indica-
tors between the input level controls give a
clear display of available headroom.
◆ Tw o-channel universal XLR/TRS mic and
instrument inputs with preamps and phan-
tom power,and line-level input.
(Instrument input is automatically selected
when you plug in a TRS jack.)
◆ A single control selects the sample rate and
word length. The Mini•Me’s converters out-
put a full 24-bit signal at any of the stan-
dard rates: 44.1,48, 88.2 and 96kHz sam-
pling. In addition,select 16- or 20-bit out-
puts at 44.1 or 48 kHz using Apogee’s
industry standard UV22 HR system for
word-length reduction.
◆ Even if the sample rates get mismatched
between the Mini•Me and your computer,
it will convert rates automatically.And if
you select 24-bit on the Mini•Me and 16-
bit on your recording software, the unit
will apply UV22HR automatically to the
USB output.
◆ Apogee has long been famous for their Soft
Limit process,designed to maximize digital
level without overs – but now they’ve
added Push-IT – a unique three-curve
stereo compressor/limiter circuit. It’s ideal
when you need extra punch,or require a
safety net when making live recordings.
This powerful circuitry takes Apogee’s
dynamics control to a whole new level –
from the people who invented soft limiting.
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◆ A comprehensive mono/stereo monitor sec-
tion allows you to balance the direct sound
you’re recording with audio returned via
the USB port.
◆ Low-latency USB interface carries two
channels 24-bit/48 kHz audio to and from
the computer for monitoring. ASIO drivers
are also supplied for minimum latency.
◆ Includes AES/EBU and S/PDIF (RCA/coax)
outputs which are available simultaneously,
clocked by a high-stability reference crystal
oscillator. Makes it the ideal master clock.
◆ Low power consumption makes it ideal for
battery operation. The supplied power unit
supplies 12v, but the Mini•Me will run on
AC or DC from 6 to 16 volts.
◆ If you are using OS X version 10.2 or better, enjoy true plug and play with Apple’s Core
Audio. Simply plug Mini-DAC into your computer via USB and it will appear as a hard-
ware option in Logic, Bias, Peak, and other Core Audio compatible DAW’s.