Antelope Audio Orion Studio Synergy Core is a premium USB and Thunderbolt 3 audio interface designed for professional studios, offering 12 discrete preamps, 32-channel Synergy Core DSP+FPGA processing, audiophile-grade conversion up to 192 kHz, and extensive analog and digital I/O. It features real-time, zero-latency FX processing across up to 256 plugin instances, with access to vintage EQs, compressors, guitar amps, and studio preamps, making it an all-in-one recording powerhouse.
Powered by 2 FPGA chips and 6 DSP processors, the Orion Studio Synergy Core delivers ultra-efficient, low-latency audio effects processing without taxing your computer. Its 12 analog inputs include 8 mic/line and 4 mic/line/Hi-Z channels, with 16 analog line outputs over DB25, two dedicated ReAmp outs, two monitor outs, and dual stereo headphone outputs. Digital I/O includes ADAT, S/PDIF, and Word Clock I/O. With 130 dB dynamic range on monitor outputs and 128 dB on D/A conversion, it ensures pristine sonic accuracy in any professional setting. The unit also features a built-in talkback mic and intuitive software control panel for signal routing and effect management.
KEY FEATURES
- USB 2.0 and Thunderbolt 3 connectivity
- Synergy Core FX engine: 2 x FPGA + 6 x DSP processors
- Real-time processing of up to 256 FX instances (32 channels with 8 FX per channel)
- 12 discrete preamps for mic, line, and Hi-Z inputs
- Audiophile-grade AD/DA converters with up to 192 kHz sampling rate
- Dynamic range: 130 dB (D/A monitor), 128 dB (D/A), 124 dB (A/D)
- 2 monitor outputs (TRS), 2 stereo headphone outputs
- 2 ReAmp outputs and 2 insert inputs
- 16 line outputs via 2 x DB25 connectors
- Digital I/O: 2 x ADAT, 1 x S/PDIF, Word Clock In/Out
- Built-in talkback microphone
- Flexible software control panel with matrix routing
- Rack-mountable 1U chassis
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Mic inputs: 12 x discrete preamps
- Line inputs: 12 total
- Line outputs: 16 x DB25
- Monitor outputs: 2 x TRS
- Headphone outputs: 2 x stereo TRS
- ReAmp outputs: 2 x TRS
- Insert inputs: 2
- Digital inputs: 2 x ADAT (up to 16 channels), 1 x S/PDIF RCA
- Digital outputs: 2 x ADAT, 1 x S/PDIF RCA
- Word Clock: In and Out (BNC, 32–192 kHz)
- Conversion: A/D 124 dB, D/A 128 dB, Monitor D/A 130 dB
- Phantom power: yes
- MIDI interface: no
- Ethernet: no
- Power supply: external 18V adapter (included)
- Power consumption: 25 W
- Sampling rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz
- Clocking: 64-bit Acoustically Focused Clocking (AFC)
- Dimensions: 48.3 x 44 x 22 cm
- Weight: approx. 3.1 kg
- Country of origin: Bulgaria
- Rackmountable: yes (1U)
