Antelope - 'Zen Tour Synergy Core' Desktop Audio Interface
Antelope - 'Zen Tour Synergy Core' 192kHz, 64 Bit, 8 Analogue In, 14 Out, 4 x Mic Preamp, Thunderbolt, USB
Desktop Audio Interface
Antelope - Zen Tour Synergy Core
18 x 26 DESKTOP THUNDERBOLT™ 3 & USB 2.0
AUDIO INTERFACE WITH ONBOARD DSPThe Zen Tour Synergy Core desktop interface is designed to enhance your creative flow and make your recording experience simple and stress-free, with album quality results. The high-fidelity conversion and superior transient response of the interface is typically reserved for professional studios and the workflow possibilities are often only achievable with more complicated setups.
Featuring connectivity options rarely accessible in a unit of this size, all the needs of your small band are covered and you can connect all your external gear simultaneously. Set up your hybrid workflow by recording with signature Antelope AD/DA whilst processing the signal at almost zero latency with analogue-modelled effects simulating renowned studio gear all the way down to the component level.
Using effects during post-production by loading up to 112 instances simultaneously with all processing done completely inside the interface. With the Zen Tour Synergy Core, your productivity will improve, changing your workflow to allow you to focus on the most important thing – making music!
At A Glance
• 64-bit Acoustically Focused Clocking & Jitter Management algorithms
• 4x DSP + 2x FPGA Synergy Core FX Processing
• Mastering-grade Stereo monitor outputs
• State-of-the-art AD/DA conversion
• Discrete ultra-linear mic preamps
• 14x18 Analogue & Digital I/O
Deliver High-Resolution Sound
Flexible Connectivity - 18 × 26 Total I/OBuilt-in are 4 low-noise high-gain discrete ultra-linear preamps, high-spec AD/DA converters for artefact-free recording and signature clocking technology for increased width, separation and detail in your performances, giving you a seamless and professional recording path. The Zen Tour Synergy Core guarantees studio quality audio reproduction using a dedicated monitoring converter for vital listening with a wider soundstage. The combination of Antelope clocking and DA monitoring converters with 130dB headroom, makes mixing and even mastering in your home studio possible.
Zen Tour Synergy Core features a choice of 4 instrument/line ins, 4 combo mic/line ins with 65dB of gain, 8-line outs, 1 stereo monitor out, 2 stereo headphone outs and 2 reamp outs. It is also digitally expandable over ADAT & S/PDIF for additional 10 digital ins and 10 outs when used at up to 48kHz. All line outs are DC-coupled and ready for control voltage (CV) applications like control of modular synthesizers. Additionally, a built-in talkback microphone lets you easily communicate with the recording artist.
37 Real-Time Effects Included
Up the AnteAs soon as you unbox the audio interface, you have instant access to an effects library with emulations of most renowned and sought after studio analogue equipment from around the world.
The library has plenty of, the collection ranges from a rare Austrian-born EQ to legendary British solid state processing. An expanding library of add-ons starting from $55 is available to you in the Antelope software store. Use the effects during live tracking or during post-production to add distinct analogue character to your mix.
What Is Synergy Core?
More Processing PowerSynergy Core is a proprietary onboard real-time effects processing platform containing the power of DSP and FPGA processors. It offloads all the processing to the interface so next time you record a heavy project you wont need to rely completely on your host computer CPU & memory or any external DSP accelerators.
Synergy Core guaranteed incredibly low latency while enabling direct monitoring of processed signal in real-time for the best possible recording experience, while reducing buffer size and improving the stability of your recording system.
Compatible With Anything
Built To LastYou can integrate the Zen Tour Synergy Core into any set-up. Connect it suing Thunderbolt™ 3 or high-speed USB 2.0, install the custom-built drivers for Mac or Windows and enjoy low-latency performance. The Zen Tour Synergy Core is a versatile interface, you can safely connect to any recording system on tour or for a studio session.
Hand-assembled in Europe with high-quality components, Zen Tour Synergy Core withstands the demands of your studio desktop, road rig and practice space. Additionally, the rock-solid drivers and 20-hour per weekday customer support will ensure you get consistent, smooth performance in every situation.
Enhance Your Music Production
DIRECT MONITORINGRecord and monitor clean signal or use analogue-modeled effects processed with impressive, low-latency in real-time. This feature will allow you to quickly find creative solutions and commit to your sound sooner in the process, speeding up your workflow and avoiding the need to fix faults when mixing.
ROUTING MATRIXEasily route inputs to outputs with the comprehensive Routing Matrix! Remove the need for moving cables by re-routing all your audio through the software matrix and process your effects & DAW tracks using the on-board Synergy Core processing.
INTERNAL MIXERSThe 4 mixers are with 32 channels each for creating separate cue mixes and sub-mixes, allowing you to distribute headphone mixes for your musicians while applying pan, reverb, other effects and stereo link.
TOUCHSCREEN CONTROLSTogether with fast-access buttons to assist you with a range of different metering across your ins, outs, mix and sub mixes along with monitoring, operation and headphone controls. Control input and output gain using the rotary knob, without using the software panel.
ADAT AND S/PDIFThe Zen Tour Synergy Core is an expandable interface that allows you to progress with your studio. Strech your channel count and remove the need to buy additional converters as you add more gear to your set-up.
REAMP OUTPUTSHave the flexibility to reamp your guitar recordings with your favorite guitar amps, without the need for re-recording. Giving you the correct impedance level, they also turn the signal from balanced to unbalanced as if it’s a real guitar output.
Zen Tour Synergy Core in Action - An Entire Digital Studio on the Go
The Tech Spec
| Features | Specification | Analogue Inputs | 4x Instrument/Line inputs on TRS Jacks 4x Mic/Line inputs on TRS/XLR Combo Jacks |
|---|---|
| Analogue Outputs | 8x Line Outputs on DB25 (TASCAM Standard 25-pin Layout) 1 x Stereo Monitor Output 2x Headphone Outputs on TRS Jacks 2x Transformer-based Reamp Outputs on TRS Jacks All line outputs are DC-Coupled and support CV applications such as controlling modular synthesizers. |
| Mic Preamps | EIN: -128 dBu Dynamic Range: -121 dB THD: -106 dB Max input: +20 dBu Max Gain: 65 dB |
| A/D Converter | 124dB DNR -110 THD+N |
| D/A Converter | 127dB DNR -106 THD+N |
| D/A Monitor Converter | 130dB DNR -115 THD+N |
| ADAT | 44.1/48 kHz – 8 inputs / 8 outputs 88.2/96 kHz – 4 inputs / 4 outputs 176.4/192 kHz – 2 inputs / 2 outputs |
| SPDIF | 44.1 to 192 kHz – 2 inputs / 2 outputs |
| USB | USB 2.0 - Type B Connector (Up to 24 audio channels) |
| Thunderbolt™ | Thunderbolt™ 3 - Type C Connector (up to 32 channels) |
| Sample Rates (kHz) | 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 |
| Clocking | 4th Generation Acoustically Focused Clocking & Jitter Management 64-bit DDS |
| Power Consumption | 25 Watts |
| Dimensions (Approx) | Width: 255 mm / 10” Height: 59 mm / 2.4” Depth: 166 mm / 6.5″ |
| Weight | 1.6 kg/ 3.5 lbs (approx) |
