Software driver for ultra-low latency and unmatched CPU efficiency
The Apogee Ensemble Thunderbolt’s software driver utilizes a Direct Memory Access (DMA) engine that resides on the Ensemble Thunderbolt’s hardware logic chip to efficiently read and write data directly to your Mac’s memory. Since this happens independent of your Mac’s CPU, it doesn’t run out of resources, and the driver can crunch an enormous amount of data at blazing speeds. Featuring a full 32-bit signal path directly from your DAW’s output straight to its D/A converter, the Ensemble Thunderbolt’s driver also ensures that your audio doesn’t need further data processing before it hits your studio monitors or headphones. What does this mean for you? Well, in the real world, it means that you can monitor straight through your DAW in real time (even with loads of plug-ins) and that you’ll no longer have to compromise on speed when you need more power.