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The Discrete 8 Pro SC introduces Antelope Audio’s latest software features and allows studio owners, bands, and recording engineers to record with legendary sound quality. With blazing-fast Thunderbolt 3 and USB 2.0, ultra-low latency performance, and even better effects processing capabilities, the audio interface is worthy of carrying the name of the model that first introduced us to the Synergy Core technology.
Features:
Uncompromising A/D and D/A conversion and clocking
The A-D/D-A converters and signal clocking are at the heart of every studio. The Discrete 8 Pro has been upgraded with latest generation converters (up to 130dB of headroom) and Antelope Audio’s proprietary 64-bit AFC™ clocking. With the interface in your rack, you can experience a new level of detail in your recordings and enjoy wider soundstage for an exceptional stereo image in audio playback.
The key to transparent recordings
Antelope Audio’s discrete preamps topology is a descendant of the great console preamps of the time. Designed using a combination of transistors, the Discrete preamps result in maximum noise reduction and, most importantly, precise sound capture for most transparent recordings.
Extensive connectivity for your entire studio
The Discrete 8 Pro SC offers impressive analog and digital I/O in one rack space. Eight mic/line inputs, two instrument inputs, eight DC-coupled line outputs on D-Sub 25, two reamp outputs, a pair of monitor outputs, two headphone outputs, ADAT and S/PDIF I/O are at your disposal. For your computer connection, you have USB 2.0 or Thunderbolt 3 ports. All I/O is available at any time and can be used simultaneously without the need to change setups, making it easy to work on multiple sessions.
Push the FX processing further
The 37 effects coming with Discrete 8 Pro are modeled after iconic studio equipment and can be applied in real-time during monitoring, post-production, and live recording. The analog-modeled compressors, EQs and preamps, are processed with near zero latency entirely inside the interface, putting zero load on your host CPU. The onboard Synergy Core contains the processing power of a complex multi-rack setup which enables you to load effects on up to 16 channel strips – this is double the available channel strips compared to the original Discrete 8 SC.
At any time, you can expand your collection by purchasing more analog-modeled effects such as Grove Hill's Liverpool, and 3rd party effects like Antares’ Auto-Tune.
Expansive feature set
The virtual routing patch-bay on the Discrete 8 Pro streamlines the routing process and even adds creative possibilities. Apart from the intuitive routing, the software control panel allows you to create presets, quickly configure mixes, and more. With the enhanced processing, you can now add effects on every input source.
Conversion and Clocking
Connectivity
Workflow-enhancing features
Real-time effects processing
Full list of effects
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Product Specs
ANALOG | |
Analog Inputs | 6 x Mic / Line Inputs 2 x Mic / Line / Hi-Z Inputs |
Analog Outputs | 1 x Monitor Out on TRS 1/4 Jacks, +20 dBu max 2 x ReAmp Out on TRS 1/4 Jacks 1 x Line Out (8 channels) on DB25, +20 dBu max 2 x Stereo Headphone Outputs |
Mic Preamp | EIN: -128 dBu (A-weighted) Dynamic Range: -122 dB (A-weighted) THD: -116 dB Max input: +18 dBu Max Gain: 65 dB |
D/A Monitor Converter | Dynamic Range: 130 dB THD + N: -115 dB |
A/D Converter | Dynamic Range: 122 dB THD + N: -116 dB |
D/A Converters(Line Out) | Dynamic Range: 121 dB THD + N: - 100dB DC Coupled |
DIGITAL | |
Digital Inputs | 2 x ADAT (up to 16CH) 1 x S/PDIF |
Digital Outputs | 2 x ADAT (up to 16CH) 1 x S/PDIF |
USB 2.0 I/O | USB 2.0 Type B connector |
Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt connector 3 on USB-C |
CLOCKING | |
Word Clock Input | 1 x Input @ 75 Ohms 3Vpp on BNC 32 – 192kHz |
Word Clock Outputs | 3 x Outputs @ 75 Ohms 3Vpp on BNC 32 – 192kHz |
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) | 3.0 kg/ 6.61 lbs |
Dimensions (Approx) | Width: 483 mm / 19" Height: 44 mm / 1.7" Depth: 220 mm /8.6" |
Power Consumption | 25 Watts |
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