Apogee Element 88 firmware 0.5.0 — final version & manual

Final firmware: 0.5.0

Apogee has stopped releasing firmware updates for this device.

Last checked 16 Apr 2026

Download 0.5.0 from Apogeeopens in a new tab — knowledge.apogeedigital.com

How to update the Apogee Element 88

Connect Element via Thunderbolt to a Mac running macOS 10.15.7 or later. Install Apogee Control from apogeedigital.com/download-files/. When launching Apogee Control, if a firmware update is available you will be prompted automatically. You can also manually run the Element Firmware Updater app found in Applications > Utilities after installing Apogee Control.

What you need

Apogee Control — the software Apogee uses to load firmware onto the Apogee Element 88. Download links below.

Just for reference. For complete and up-to-date instructions, always refer to the manufacturer's official firmware page.

Drivers & software for the Apogee Element 88

The Apogee Element 88 is updated with Apogee Control, published by Apogee.

Download Apogee Control from Apogeeopens in a new tab — knowledge.apogeedigital.com

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Apogee Element 88 firmware update history

Changelogs summarised from the manufacturer's release notes.

0.5.0 Release notesopens in a new tab — knowledge.apogeedigital.com

Apogee Element 88 manual & official pages

Apogee Element 88 user manual (PDF)opens in a new tab — apogeedigital.com
Download Apogee Element 88 firmware from Apogeeopens in a new tab — knowledge.apogeedigital.com

Apogee Element 88 firmware FAQ

What is the latest firmware for the Apogee Element 88?

The latest firmware for the Apogee Element 88 is version 0.5.0. FW//RADAR last checked Apogee's official page on 16 Apr 2026.

How do I update the Apogee Element 88?

Connect Element via Thunderbolt to a Mac running macOS 10.15.7 or later. Install Apogee Control from apogeedigital.com/download-files/. Full instructions on Apogee's official firmware page.

What software do I need to update the Apogee Element 88?

You need Apogee Control, available from Apogee's support site.

Where can I download Apogee Element 88 firmware and drivers?

Directly from Apogee's official firmware page — FW//RADAR links to the source and never hosts firmware files. Official firmware page →

Where can I find the Apogee Element 88 manual?

The official Apogee user manual is a PDF hosted on apogeedigital.com. Apogee Element 88 user manual (PDF) →

Is the Apogee Element 88 still receiving firmware updates?

Apogee has stopped releasing firmware for the Apogee Element 88. The last version is 0.5.0.