Apogee

Apogee Electronics, based in Santa Monica, California, was founded in 1985 and specializes in high-end digital audio converters, interfaces, and related hardware. The company is known for setting industry standards in sound quality for professional recording and music production. Apogee's innovations, such as anti-aliasing filters and low-jitter clocks, have significantly improved digital audio quality, making it warmer and more analog-like. The company has a rich history of milestones, including the launch of its first outboard A-D/D-A converters and the introduction of the AD8000, a multichannel 24-bit interface. Apogee has shifted its focus to Mac-compatible interfaces, including the Symphony, Ensemble, Duet, and Quartet. Its products are widely used in recording studios and by music professionals globally, emphasizing ultimate sound quality and ongoing innovation. Apogee is a women-owned business, led by co-founder and CEO Betty Bennett.