Antelope Audio Discrete 8 Pro Synergy Core 26×32 Audio Interface

The Antelope Audio Discrete 8 Pro Synergy Core audio interface is a powerful tool for recording with exceptional sound quality and advanced features. It offers ultra-low latency performance, improved effects processing, and supports Thunderbolt 3 and USB connections, making it a substantial upgrade over its predecessor. This interface is designed to meet the needs of both professional studios and home setups.

Sound Quality and Clocking: The Discrete 8 Pro Synergy Core is equipped with high-fidelity conversion capabilities, ensuring that your recordings and audio streams are detailed and clear. Its 64-bit AFC clocking technology enhances the stereo image, providing distinct separation for an immersive audio experience.

Preamps: This interface boasts eight Discrete console-grade preamps, featuring a unique 6-transistor design for transparent and pristine recordings. These preamps can operate as microphone/line inputs, and two of them are Hi-Z compatible, making them versatile for various instruments and microphones.

Connectivity: The Discrete 8 Pro offers extensive connectivity options, including eight DC-coupled analog output channels via a D-Sub 25 connector and two reamp outputs on TRS jacks. It supports ADAT and S/PDIF I/O, enabling simultaneous real-time use of all I/O channels. Thunderbolt 3 and USB 2.0 connections ensure fast and reliable communication with your computer.

Synergy Core Effects: With 37 included Synergy Core analog-modeled effects and the option to expand with over 60 additional effects, you can enhance your audio with studio-quality processing. These effects are processed in real-time with imperceptible latency, allowing for a seamless recording and mixing experience.

Routing and Workflow: The Virtual Patch Bay software simplifies routing by enabling users to create routing presets and configure signal chains efficiently. Sixteen available FX channel strips offer ample space for tracking entire bands with studio-quality effects. The interface also provides 37 analog-modeled plug-ins for real-time processing, including EQs, compressors, preamps, and guitar amp simulators.

Additional Features:

• Class-leading AD/DA conversion with up to 130 dB of headroom.
• Two banks of ADAT I/O and S/PDIF I/O for device synchronization.
• Three word clock outputs and a word clock input for stable clock distribution.
• Footswitch input for control functions.
• Front-panel talkback with a built-in microphone.
• Independent headphone and monitor volume knobs.
• Standalone operation without a computer.
• Wireless control of software features via a network-connected computer.

Real-Time Effects Processing: The Discrete 8 Pro Synergy Core comes with 37 Synergy Core effects modeled after classic analog gear. These effects are processed in real-time using proprietary onboard hardware, powered by two DSP and one FPGA chips, ensuring imperceptible latency. The Modeling Engine allows you to pair the interface with Antelope’s Edge line of microphones for vintage microphone emulations.

Included Onboard Effects:

• 2 Preamps (Gyraf Gyratec IX, BA-31).
• 4 Equalizers (including VEQ-1A, VMEQ-5).
• 5 Compressors & Limiters (including Stay-Levin, FET-A76, VCA160).
• 22 Guitar Amps & Cabs (including Bluelux 1×12, Tube Guitar Amp).
• 2 Special Processing Effects (Expander, Noise Gate).
• 1 Reverb Effect (Auraverb).
• 1 Guitar Tuner (A-Tuner).

Product Specifications:

• Package Contents: Discrete 8 Pro Synergy Core interface, USB 2.0 type-B cable, external power supply unit, and Getting Started guide.
• Chassis: 19-inch Rack-mount (1U).
• Number of Inputs: 26.
• Input Connectors: BNC, Digital Coaxial, Optical, XLR Combo Jack TRS.
• Number of Outputs: 32.
• Output Connectors: BNC, Analog DB25, Digital Coaxial, Optical, 1/4-inch TRS.
• Computer Connection: Thunderbolt 3, USB.
• Number of Preamps: 8.
• Clock I/O: In, Out.
• Maximum Sampling Rate: 192 kHz