While the sampling rate of the first version was limited to 48 kHz, this new version can presently handle up to 24 bits at 96 kHz. There are no more visual novelties, but the essential changes are to be found elsewhere, because this One for iPad & Mac also made progress in more than one functional aspects. One brief remark: besides some cables that are much welcome (USB 2.0, 30-pin and Lightning) and a clear and helpful user guide, Apogee also includes a clip to attach the One to a mic stand: a nice detail considering that it used to be an optional accessory costing $20. And let me use this occasion to praise its built quality, which has been improved by replacing the old plastic body with a die-cast metal one for the most essential parts of the interface, and with a rubber base to guarantee a good stability: a major change with respect to numerous cheap plastic products that abound in the field.
In order to highlight the presence of the mic, which distinguishes this One from many competing products, Apogee underlined its presence with an aluminum band, giving the interface a very nice touch. These novelties in terms of power supply come hand in hand with a minor reorganization of the interface, with the mic being moved to the top while the multi-function encoder is more in the center.
