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Antelope Audio Zen Quadro Synergy Core Audio Interface

Antelope Audio Zen Quadro Synergy Core Audio Interface

The Zen Quadro Synergy Core is a 14x10 bus-powered audio interface that redefines audio recording with premium components and portability. Featuring Antelope Audio’s highest-quality converters with up to 130 dB dynamic range, it ensures top-tier...

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The Zen Quadro Synergy Core is a 14x10 bus-powered audio interface that redefines audio recording with premium components and portability. Featuring Antelope Audio’s highest-quality converters with up to 130 dB dynamic range, it ensures top-tier sound quality. The interface includes four Discrete preamps inspired by classic analog console designs, providing maximum noise reduction and 75 dB gain. With dual USB-C ports, it allows for simultaneous playback and recording on two systems. The Synergy Core real-time effect processing provides access to 37 legendary effects with near-zero latency, making it ideal for both studio and live performance applications​

Antelope Audio Zen Quadro Synergy Core Includes:

  • In-the-Box Content
    • Zen Quadro Synergy Core
    • USB-C cable
    • USB-C to USB-A adapter
    • Get started guide
  • Included Real-Time Effects
    • 22 Guitar Amps & Cabs (incl. Bluelux 1x12, Tube Guitar Amp)
    • 5 Compressors & Limiters (incl. Stay-Levin, FET-A76, VCA160)
    • 4 Equalizers (incl. VEQ-1A, VMEQ-5)
    • 2 Preamps (Gyraf Gyratec IX, BA-31)
    • 2 Special Processing Effects (Expander, Noise Gate)
    • 1 Reverb Effect (Auraverb)
    • 1 Guitar Tuner (A-Tuner)

Antelope Audio Zen Quadro Synergy Core Features:

  • Conversion & Clocking
    • Class-leading AD/DA conversion with up to 130dB of headroom.
    • Recording, mixing, and playback at up to 24-bit/192kHz.
    • Proprietary 64-bit AFC™ (Acoustically Focused Clocking) technology & Jitter Management
    • algorithm delivering increased sound width, separation, and detail.
  • Connectivity
    • 4 × Discrete 6-transistor preamps with 75dB of gain for pristine recordings. All work as
    • microphone/line and two are also Hi-Z inputs, on combo XLR jacks, and supply 48V of phantom power.
    • 2 x monitor outs and 2 x line outputs via TRS
    • Two stereo headphone outputs with separate gain control and mix
    • Two independent USB-C ports (OTG) for simultaneous playback & recording
    • ADAT Input (up to 8 ch) and S/PDIF I/O (2 ch)
    • DC-coupled inputs and outputs for controlling modular synths with control voltage (CV)
  • Workflow-enhancing features
    • Direct monitoring with Synergy Core effects, processed in real-time with near-zero latency.
    • Easy routing - select audio sources per channel, for each monitoring mix. Also available through the color display.
    • Simultaneous playback and recording with two computers or computer + mobile device.
  • Flexible loopback options for streaming.
    • Customizable presets with signal routing, level adjustments, mixer, and effects settings.
    • Customizable monitoring mixes with adjustable levels, panning, and reverb.
    • Class-compliant, no driver required on macOS and iOS.
    • Standalone operation – simply connect to a phone charger and use it without being connected to a computer.
    • Remote control of software features from a separate computer connected to the same network.
  • Real-time effects processing
    • Included collection of 37 Synergy Core effects modeled after classic and rare analog outboard gear.
    • Synergy Core - proprietary FPGA+DSP platform for real-time effects processing allows up to 48
    • effects loaded simultaneously with near-zero latency.
    • Mic Modeling Engine allows pairing with the Edge microphones for real-time use of vintage
    • microphone emulations.

Antelope Audio Zen Quadro Synergy Core Specifications:

  • Analog Inputs
    • 2 x Mic / Line Inputs (DC-Coupled)
    • 2 x Mic / Line / Hi-Z Inputs (DC-Coupled)
  • Analog Outputs
    • 2 x Monitor Out on TRS jacks, +20 dBu max (DC-Coupled)
    • 2 x Line Out on TRS jacks, +20 dBu max (DC-Coupled)
    • 2 x Stereo Headphone Outputs
  • Mic Preamp
    • EIN: -128 dBu (A-weighted)
    • Max input: +20 dBu
    • Max Gain: 75 dB
    • A/D Converter
    • Dynamic Range: 122 dB
    • THD + N: -116 dB
    • D/A Monitor Converter
    • Dynamic Range: 130 dB
    • THD + N: -115 dB
    • D/A Converter (Line Out)
    • Dynamic Range: 130 dB
    • THD + N: -115 dB
  • DIGITAL
    • Digital Inputs
      • 1 x ADAT input (up to 8ch @ 44.1/48 kHz)
      • 1 x S/PDIF (2ch.)
    • Digital Outputs
    • 1 x S/PDIF (2ch.)
  • USB 1
    • USB 2.0 Type-C connector
    • 16 channels of playback and recording, 24-bit / 192kHz
    • Compatible with Windows and macOS
  • USB 2
    • USB 2.0 Type-C connector
    • 2 channels of playback and recording, 24-bit / 192kHz
    • Supports reverse charging for mobile devices
    • Compatible with Windows, macOS, Android* and iOS* (USB-C) devices
    • *Compatibility depends on the mobile device’s power delivery and specifications.
  • Clocking System
    • 4th Generation Acoustically Focused Clocking
    • 64-bit DDS
    • Sample Rates (kHz): 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192
  • OTHER
    • Operating Temperature: 0-50°C, 32-122°F
    • Weight (Approx): 0.9 kg/ 1.98 lbs
    • Dimensions - Device (Approx)
    • Width: 210 mm / 8.2”
    • Height: 58 mm / 2.3”
    • Depth: 136 mm /5.3”
    • Dimensions – Box
    • Width: 287 mm / 11.3”
    • Height: 92 mm / 3.6”
    • Depth: 187 mm /7.4”