Antelope Audio Discrete 8 Pro Synergy Core 26x32 Thunderbolt 3/USB 2.0 Audio Interface

Antelope Audio Discrete 8 Pro Synergy Core 26x32 Thunderbolt 3/USB 2.0 Audio Interface

Antelope Audio Discrete 8 Pro Synergy Core 26x32 Thunderbolt 3/USB 2.0 Audio Interface

The Antelope Audio Discrete 8 Pro Synergy Core is a powerful 26x32 audio interface designed for modern studios that need flexibility, pristine sound quality and deep real‐time processing capabilities.

Equipped with eight console‐grade Class‐A microphone preamps, each built with a six‐transistor discrete topology, the Discrete 8 Pro delivers clean gain, low noise and exceptional depth. The front two inputs also support Hi‐Z instruments, making it suitable for guitars, basses and synths.

Its extensive I/O includes eight mic/line inputs, D‐Sub line outputs, dual headphone outputs, reamp outputs, ADAT and S/PDIF I/O, plus three Word Clock outputs and a Word Clock input. All 26 inputs and 32 outputs can be routed freely through the intuitive virtual patch‐bay, allowing full customisation for any session, from multi‐mic drum recording to complex hybrid setups.

Powered by Antelope's Synergy Core platform, the Discrete 8 Pro runs real‐time analog‐modelled effects on dedicated FPGA/DSP hardware, enabling near‐zero‐latency monitoring, processing and tracking. With 37 effects included and support for up to 16 simultaneous effect chains, it offers a complete studio processing environment inside the interface.

Versatile, powerful and built for professional production, the Discrete 8 Pro Synergy Core brings world‐class sound, flexible routing and advanced hybrid‐studio workflow into a single 1U rackmount unit.

  • Class‐leading AD/DA conversion with up to 130 dB headroom
  • 24‐bit/192 kHz recording, mixing and playback
  • Proprietary 64‐bit AFC clocking and jitter management for enhanced width, separation and detail
  • Eight discrete 6‐transistor Class‐A preamps with 65 dB gain on combo XLR/TRS inputs
  • Two front inputs switchable to Hi‐Z for instruments
  • Eight DC‐coupled line outputs via D‐Sub 25
  • Two TRS reamp outputs, also usable as an additional stereo monitor send
  • Thunderbolt 3 and USB 2.0 connectivity with custom macOS and Windows drivers
  • ADAT I/O with up to 16 digital channels
  • S/PDIF I/O with two digital channels
  • Three Word Clock outputs and one Word Clock input for full studio sync integration
  • Dedicated stereo monitor output over 1/4‐inch TRS
  • Footswitch input for dim and talkback control
  • Two independent stereo headphone outputs with separate gain control
  • Real‐time Synergy Core processing with imperceptible latency
  • Virtual patch‐bay and advanced routing matrix for flexible signal flow
  • Customisable presets including routing, effects and mixer states
  • Multiple monitor mixes with adjustable volume, pan and reverb
  • Front‐panel talkback with built‐in microphone
  • Dedicated front‐panel controls for monitor, headphones and preamp gain
  • Standalone operation without a computer
  • Wireless software control from another computer on the same network
  • Includes 37 Synergy Core effects modelled after classic analog hardware
  • Powered by 2 DSP and 1 FPGA chips for real‐time processing
  • Microphone modelling support for Edge series mic emulations
  • Comes with power adaptor, USB cable and Getting Started leaflet
  • Thunderbolt 3 cable not included