*Heads up:* unfortunately the Apogee Element & Ensemble series has been discontinued since this video 😢Apogee has plenty of other awesome interfaces that I've reviewed (Symphony Desktop, BOOM, Duet 3). But unfortunately at this time (October 2023) there aren't really any audio interfaces out there that take full advantage of Logic's Audio Device Controls. This is lame, and something that needs to change across the board. I *highly* recommend that each of us let audio device developers know that they should support Logic Pro users via this *open API* that Apple offers! Why the heck not?? Based on the amount of Logic screenshots I see in ads and promos (plus talking to companies that contact me), Logic users are a sizeable group. It's time developers provide direct monitoring and control solutions right from Logic Pro. Anyways - that's the scoop. I hope Apogee (or any other company) takes up the mantle of delivering direct control and monitoring.

i sincerely appreciate all of the time you've put in and the dedication to find these answers for us just starting. a lot is food for thought but its still a huge help when moving forward, thanks so much brother.

Awesome video. A lot of us logic users were expecting something about the Audient id44 but we completely understand the amount of time and cost you would have to go through. We appreciate that video. Thanks

This helped me a lot man! I could not find a single review comparing the newest Apollo Twin x and the Apogee element, and you did a great job. Thanks a bunch!

Chris, that is totally not what I expected you to look like! I think you could beat me up if you wanted to. :) On a serious note, it is great to put a face with the name. Thank you very much for all of your great videos about Logic Pro X. It has been my DAW of choice since I got into recording many years ago, but you know so much more about the inner workings, tips and tricks that I look forward to watching your videos every time they come across my feed! Thanks again!

Nice to see the face behind the voice. This guy is great! His videos are always short and sweet. . .very informative, very organized. great presentations with clarity of thought

I've only ever had an Apogee One. I love it so much. It's what every beginner needs. Really great AD/DA converters, 2 inputs, and full logic integration. The built in mic is just the cherry on top. Plus if you've got a laptop, it's great for getting takes elsewhere besides the studio.

Finally get a glimpse of "The Voice" Thank you for sharing your time and expertise with us. Much appreciated.

Hi Chris, nice to finally put a face to the channel! This video would have to be perfect timing for me. I'm due for an upgrade as I've been using the Mbox Pro 3 interface. It's been awesome but has recently been dropped from Avid for any future update support. I've been wanting to update my OS to Catalina but haven't because other users have reported they're Mbox Pro 3 units no longer work. I'm definitely looking into this Apogee Element 24. Thank you very very much!!!

man I appreciate you so much! You literally represent the interests and needs of the generation born in the digital era

This guy looking like a bare knuckle boxer from the 1800s.

Glad to see Focusrite Scarlett series in the mix. I have the Scarlett 18i20 in my studio and I really like it. Thanks for your great channel on Logic.

It's indeed a timely video. I will hold off a bit with the update. Thank you very much, Sir.

I had the exact same issues with UA that you did. I didn't like the UA hardware-dependent aspect of their plugins, and I didn't like the fact that I had to bounce back and forth between the UA interface and the Logic interface while working on my projects. I certainly didn't want to go through a whole new learning process to get UA up and running. I've been using an old Apogee Duet for years, and I love everything about it.

Love your channel Chris! I've had the Element 24 for about 2 years now and it's really an amazing interface for Logic Pro X; the Direct monitoring function makes latency a non issue and puts it in another league and the built-in preamps sound great. They're clean but there's more weight and spatial quality to them than other built-in preamps I've used. And of course the converters are excellent. Like you, I didn't expect that I'd use the Apogee plugins so much, but I've been pretty blown away by them. The ModEQ and ModComp are absolute workhorses, up there with FabFilter quality, and the Opto-3A and Pultec EQs are great color options. I've heard some great recordings made with the UAD interfaces but am also not a fan of their proprietary model, however I do respect them as company. But there are plenty of great plugins to be had nowadays and for Logic/Mac Apogee Element is absolutely seamless. Keep up the great work!

Great to meet you Chris, Long time listener Thanks so much

Thank you very much for such wonderful tutorials that is helping me learn logic!!!

I'm using an old Apogee FW Duet running Mojave on my late 2013 iMac and it sounds terrific! FW Duets are $100 or less used and it still works great. I use mine for music and voiceovers every weekday and it never disappoints.

Nice to see you man. Great channel. Thank you.

As a UAD user I have, like you, had issues with the Console dual windows. UAD is a great system and now with the new Luna coming on board (looks like a new DAW) we will have to wait and see how it performs and integrates. This is the first I have heard of the Apogee integration and it does seem worth while to investigate further. Thanks for all your videos the the help they give. :)

Thanks Chris for your awesome channel. Love Bruce...also love my UAD's - but you are right, the Console is not always greasiest of things to get to grips with.

This is an excellent episode! Without a doubt Apogee’s integration with Logic is ‘bar none’. I originally wanted an Ensemble, but ended up investing into UAs Apollo Twin Duo.. spoke with engineers from both throughout the years at NAMM, and now I’m stoked to revisit Apogee and mix ecosystems upon the release of LUNA, and the launch of Symphony Desktop... I honestly cannot afford to integrate an x6, let alone an x8.. so I figured pairing an Element 46 with the Symphony Desktop should be the best ‘bang for the buck’ solution for my setup. Apogee is truly the hardware interface of choice with Logic.

This was a great review. Thank you!

Really like your points. I’m a huge UAD user, but we got to face it, there are so many great company’s making great stuff out there. I’m a Logic Pro user, and I miss the integration between hardware and software. Tks for the video.

I'm new at Logic Pro and sound design, bought a Focusrite Scarlett a few months back. I'm very happy with the ease of use of the Scarlett and qualitywise it's good enough for my amateur recordings. The fact they weren't sold for +800€ was a big selling point for me as a beginner. Maybe when i've got more knowledge about sound design I'll look into a more expensive audio interface and will definitely take a look at the Apogee products.

It definitely makes sense to use an integrated interface with logic. Sometimes its easy to forget, via logic, your controlling the apogee interface as its so deeply integrated and you think its a logic feature. This is a great discussion video. Really well structured and no sensationalism. Its like a blues riff. Soulful and harmonious.... Cool.

Chris I appreciate the hard work here I was looking for a way out of pro tools you helped me make my decision my element will arrive Thursday I’m downloading Logic Pro x almost went Apollo but I already have an apogee product it was great Good info thanks

This video convinced me to get the element 46 last year and just stopping by to day after about 8 months, I LOVE this thing. And I use Pro Tools to record

I recently went to the UAD Apollo and it was the best decision I’ve made in years. I’m also stoked to dive into UAD Luna. You made some good points though. Great channel!

Thanks for another great vid. Love my Element too!

Wonderful Chris. Good to see you

What’s up bro. Your channel is legit good work

I have the same issues as you.Selling the UAD.Thanks for the accurate and well thought out video.

You look very different than I imagined! Thanks for all the helpful videos - you've been a giant help for me over the past year. As a side note - I use an apollo twin X with Logic and it's simply awesome. I should note that I'm a bedroom guitar player so all I need is one input as I know that's a consideration for many. Cheers!

Thank you for the video, I’ll be waiting for the midi controllers video

gotta second the Apogee stuff... had the old Ensemble; loved it... on a Symphony (old generation) these days; love it even more...

I totally agree with your opinion of the UA business model. Love the honestly

I have the Uad Apollo 8 blackface and the Apollo x16. The x16 converters are phenomenal.

Thank you so much for the video. I've used Focusrite Clarette 8Pre that is no longer supported by Focusrite, "sad"! But I have an Apogee Element 88 on the way. I'm looking forward to this channel's content.

Loved finally learning what the hell those things are at the top of the mixer haha! Just curious why you decided to test the Scarlett instead of one of the higher end Focusrite Clarett 2/4pre interfaces? I would think it would have been closer to the AD/DA class of the UA and Apogee. Thanks for your videos I have learned so much from them.

I own and use Antelope Audio interfaces, and I like the great routing system and built in plugin processing, but I don't use the built in plugins for the same reason: I dont want to be bound to the interface for mixing. I do love the conversion and preamps of the interface, and it works well with my Mac. It seems like there is quite a mixed bag on reviews on Antelope Audio interfaces between different computing platforms, but I don't have any issues with mine.

I went from an Echo Audiofire8 to a MOTU 828 to an Apollo x16. I hear you on the console being an extraneous thing, but honestly the plugins are so good--either no latency when tracking or used when mixing. And so long as the device doesn't break, I think Thunderbolt will be something that will be used for a good long while, or at least supported through dongles. And, for the price of two or three pieces of actual kick-ass analog hardware, you get an interface plus as many very well modeled instances of kick-ass analog hardware as you can run.

Shout out to Metric Halo, a company that doesn't spend on advertising but on the user! (I love your videos dude!

The red skull in the back is rad af great tips bro

My setup : Appollo, NI S88 midi and PreSonus Faderport 16 .

Useful, thanks.

I thought you look familiar and I noticed the Glen Edith mug! I studied Audio and Music Engineering at the University of Rochester from 2014-2018 and I would go to Glen Edith at least once every week!

Was confused between frooty loops and Logic. But, I'm buying Logic Pro because of you. Thank you so much.

Ahhh the face of the voice. You are legit professional. Thank you.

Wow this interface is sick. And just when I wanted to get an Apollo hehe

Great video, Chris! I appreciate the insight and I'm thinking of going with an Apogee Element 24. HOWEVER, I noticed it doesn't have a MIDI input, and I use a lot of MIDI keyboard + native instruments plugins in my recordings. Do you have any solutions for how to incorporate MIDI with Apogee, without overcomplicating the process?

I had an Apogee Duet FW. I don't remember which Logic or OS update broke it, but it was pretty much unuseable after a certain point. All integration with Logic 9 was broken, and it kept mangling core audio, even listening to music on iTunes. I moved on to a RME Fireface 802, and couldn't be happier.

great video

From a quality sounding standpoint, Focusrite Clarett range is really good ! There is a huge gap from the Scarlett range ! Thanks, man !

Really interesting - my Mac us now getting long in tooth; will you be looking at Mac’s. I’m thinking of the 16” version I want it for orchestral Templates - so need lots of RAM

I'm in love with my Apogee Duet first gen. The only missing feature I'm wanting in it is the Audio Device Controls for Logic. I can see them, but they're greyed out :(

Thanks, have you checked out the Apogee Symphony Desktop yet. If so wart do you think if it?

Hey Chris, thank you 1000 times for the channel! Since you mentioned it, what is the best MIDI keyboard for working with Logic?

I have a Rosetta. I want to say they color the sound in a musical way but I think the better way of saying it is they actually capture the frequencies in a musical way. I’ve tried a few DAW’s and Logic is definitely next to Protools. By far the best bang for buck is Logic. Hey we mostly all buy Mac’s for music production and they get it. Thanks for all your videos. I WILL SAY THOUGH!!! The best thing in recording is a great song. You can have a mono cassette tape recorder with an awesome song and it will still shine. Thanks man and keep it up.

Hey Chris, thanks for all the great vids! I upgraded from my duet to the Element 24 last week to go with my new 2020 MBP. I got nothing but constant crackling audio. It worked on my 2012 MBP so I got ANOTHER 2020 MBP today and same thing!! So bummed cuz it’s seems like a great interface. Anyone else had an issue like this?

Hi Chris, Thanks for this helpful guide of the interfaces you had on your 'short list'. I have been using an Apogee Ensemble Firewire for many years, but sadly it won't work with my newest 2018 MacBook Pro (and the latest OS), so I need to choose a new interface for this computer. I noticed that the Element has an older Thunderbolt socket than the newer MacBook Pro USB 3 socket. I'm undecided whether I should wait for Apogee to bring their connections up to date, to match my computer.........I've already had to retire my Ensemble Firewire because of the connectivity issue...... What's your take on this connection difference?

Uad user here apollo x16 and love it..have a brand presonus studiolive 32s that I've only used 3 times...I use my x16 everyday

Hi there I love your videos and am always excited when you come up with new Logic info. I was wondering if the Avid rack 11 I see in the back compatible with Logic? I sold all my pedals because I just want to put guitars directly into logic but not sure how to intergrate with Clarett 4 pres?

I pictured you a bit younger, with hair and glasses. Anyway you're Awesome! I use an Audient ID-14 with Logic stock and Waves plug-ins and I'm happy with it.

That was very interesting and I don’t even use Logic Pro! I’m a Pro Tools user but your comments re UAD still ring true to me. I actually really like the console now but you are correct saying it can be a bit overwhelming at first. Best of luck!

Hi. Do you know if they will update the Element 24 to have a the latest Thunderbolt 3 connection as I n latest Macs?

So funny, that the very first interface you mentioned is the very first interface I bought when building my bedroom studio after I decided to go with Logic Pro X.

Thank you for the video. I am just wondering why the aspect of the number of input channels does not seem to be relevant. Or do you use a separate entity for that? I have a Behringer Xenyx UFX1204 (4 S + 4 M). I chose that partly for the number of inputs.

The minute I saw the inputs in the FRONT! I instantly was interested in the Apogee Elements. Why don’t all audio interfaces have the inputs on the front?

My setup: Motu A16 to a MixDream summing mixer, then a M4 for monitoring. Cero issues. Awesome Converters. I totally agreed about UA. I also have Octo Satellite, it is a waste of money.

I prefer Apogee interfaces and own : Symphony I/O with PCIe - 64 card, Element 24 & Duet 2. Love the sound quality and customer support.

Chris, there is a new Apogee Symphony Desktop 2020, is the function and plugin better than element 24?

Thanks very much. I was just trying to decide between the Quantum and the Elements, as an upgrade from my budget usb interface. Have you noticed any difference in latency between these thunderbolt 3 interfaces, when working in logic?

On my Mac Pro, I'm using an RME Fireface 400 - drivers are rock solid and mature, legendary reliability, German made On my Macbook Pro, I'm using an Edirol (Roland) FA-101 Firewire interface. NO drivers needed, Mac OS sees it as a Core Audio device, rock solid! Red anodized aluminum, made in Japan, 10 ins/outs I can run both at any buffer, even 32, with 0 issues, perfect timing, as I sync to picture. Both machines running OS Sierra

Thank you!!!

Chris, your review of Apogee was very helpful. I am using an Audient iD4 (USB) but was looking for a thunderbolt 3 Audio interface since I switched from PC (FL STudio) to Mac and Logix Pro X. I think the $599 price point is out of my budget since I am just producing for fun. Any thoughts on the iD4?

Ah man! Now you've got me thinking about the Apogee but I'm penniless! haha! I'm using the Audient ID 14 at the moment, great sounding as well. It has the same issue, of a stand-alone mixer before Logic. That Apogee right inside Logic is something I've always wanted... From absolutely drenched Ireland! ☘️💪🏽👀👍🏽☘️

You are the best brother

I have the Twin. I don't like the business model either, so I don't really use their plugins (they are also too expensive IMO). However, I did create a console snapshot that I don't need to interact with at all when using Logic. So, it is entirely possible to literally ignore their console once you have your input channels configured for your needs. Great video!

I am still using my 20 year old Apogee Trak2 on a 7/11 basis. Could not live without SoftLimit and SoftSaturation. It is an excellent Master Clock as well - if this still has a meaning in your setup.

I’m a FocusRite Scarlett 2i2 user on one system, but in need of something for a 2015 MBP w/out Thunderbolt, so USB interfaces. UA Apollo looks nice, Luna seems interesting, but also considering RME Babyface, or Apogee Duet about $300 uses, though concerned it’s now 7 years old. I missed their NAMM coverage, am glad I found this to aid in my research. Thanks Chris.

I have a Focusrite Clarett 4pre (Thunderbolt) and admittedly a not to old Mac (iMac 27" 2017). I had some latency issues with one version of Logic Pro X (or if it was Mac OS) but now I only rarely turn on low latency in Logic. And since I often record myself, I think I prefer physical pots for the preamps. Having said that I have not tried using an interface controlled from Logic. Humbly, Ylan

I use a Resident Audio Thunderbolt T4 very simple to use :)

Hey, Man.. I want to ask you if this would work with thunderbolt 1.. or is it only TB 2 and/or 3.. and if not, what would you suggest I do to have it be compatible with Thunderbolt 1. Thanks

Intresting. i went from Apogee quartet to the Apollo twin X and i feel it sounds much better. More seperation in the sound

Hi Chris, I’ve just bought imac 27 to replace my MacBook Pro. I’m still new with logic as i am now trying out the free trial. As for audio interface apogee element 24 is out of stock. But i do have Avid fast track solo but not in use. Is it okay if i use that interface or shall I wait and order for Apogee instead. For your info i also have ik multimedia package of irig pro duo Studio Suite deluxe. Any good advise for me. Thanks

nice flavour saver on lip there fella

I make electronic music in Logic using mostly software. Looking for a new interface with good headphone output. Been looking at Audient and Twin X but after this video I’ll have to ask if maybe Apogee duet could be a good choice?

I've owned an Apollo Twin Duo since I started "producing" from home and it's just fine... I love your video and enthusiasm; I seriously want to grab an Apogee Element 24 but it looks like they don't make them anymore? Everything on Musicians Friend, Sweetwater and Reverb is [used] status? Hmmm 🤔

I could use some help.. I have 2 Tascam DM-3200 . I am using Logic X .. The thing is, I got them years ago. They are in Super condition . I am not working so, I built a studio in my house , for these things . Will they work with Logic Pro , smoothly ..Tascam , is no longer making them so, they aren't fetching much , in the resale market.. I have not used them , since I got them .. But they were carefully stored and moved , to my new house... Anyway, is it too much to use them or am I gonna be ok? Thank you.

Im really interested in the Apollo duo 3 with Logic I got a new M1 MacBook air, and the form factor and portability is now as important as audio quality. Have you gotten your hands on one of those to test?

Check out the Lynx Aurora...I chose that over apogee or avid.

What would you recommend now that they discontinued their element 24? (currently in the market to upgrade my presonus audiobox usb interface)

SPOT on!

I've been trying to record my grand piano with Audient iD14 MK2 and Earthworks PM40. I record it to Logic Pro and listen to it. I'm not loving the sound quality. It comes out very dry and not natural. If I set the gain level higher, I get the clipping issue. If the gain level is lower, it sounds flat and dry. What can I do? How can I get cleaner and more natural sound?

does anyone know if IRIG 2 works with logic pro x?

Lol the face behind the digi curtain!!!❤👍✝️

Is Low Latency soundcard are better for plugins intensive mixing sessions?

What do you think about antelope discreet 4 or 8

Try the SSL 2 Plus $279 at Sweetwater! It’s amazing, simple to use, affordable and hands down the sweetest box you can get for the money!!