Antelope Audio Orion Studio Synergy Core Thunderbolt/USB Audio Interface - B-Stock:
Get a great deal and save big money with this unit! This item was purchased as a New B-Stock. The seal was broken only to show the item for the listing and to test the unit. The only reason this item is considered a "B-Stock" is cosmetic. The top of the unit has some small paint flaws, that look like tiny white spots. It is hard to see unless you shine a light on it, and look directly down. They can't be seen at other angles, and of course would be totally hidden when racked. Very hard to photograph as well. Regardless, this is an incredible deal.
All inputs and functions were tested, and it works perfectly. This unit sounds AMAZING! It has extreme low latency when using the Synergy Core effects AND low latency with Native effects too!
Item is sold as-is with no returns. Please contact us with any questions.
From the Manufacturer:
The new Orion Studio Synergy Core is a Thunderbolt 3 and USB Audio Interface with 12 discrete Preamps and 6 DSP and 2 FPGA FX processors.
The Orion Studio Synergy Core brings our recently pioneered Synergy Core FX processing platform to its next stage of evolution. With two proprietary Field Programmable Gate Aray (FPGA) chips and a whopping six ARM-based DSP processors on board, the sheer computing power contained in this interface is astounding! Leave CPU upgrades aside and let Synergy Core do the number-crunching.
6x DSP + 2x FPGA chips let the Orion Studio Synergy Core handle up to 128 effects instances simultaneously in real time with all processing done entirely inside the interface.
51 Synergy Core FX Included:
Adding further value to your investment, the rion Studio Synergy Core includes a compelling library of 51 real-time studio effects, meticulously modelled after their hardware originals. Its all happening inside your audio interface with the lowest latency possible thanks to FPGAs massive parallel computing capabilities, DSP processing, and fast Thunderbolt connectivity. The library can be expanded to include any effects you choose from our web store.
Analog & Digital Connectivity:
- 14 x 24 Rackmount audio interface with Thunderbolt & USB connection for Mac/Windows;
- 12 Discrete ultra-linear preamps with 75dB of gain on combo XLR jacks for studio-quality recordings. All work as microphone/line/Direct-In inputs, and four of them are Hi-Z compatible. All preamps are fully DC-coupled;
- Two analog inserts (applied to preamp 1 and 2) to connect analog gear without the need to do additional routing in the DAW or in the control panel;
- 16 DC-coupled analog output channels over a D-Sub 25 connector allowing control of modular synthesizers;
- Two reamp outputs on TRS jacks for further amp processing of guitar signal;
- Thunderbolt 3 (up to 32 channels) and USB 2.0 (up to 24 channels) ports for native DAW application with custom macOS & Windows drivers;
- Digitally expandable over ADAT (up to 16 channels) and SPDIF (up to 2 channels);
- Two stereo headphone outputs;
- Two monitor outputs that can work both in parallel or in A/B mode.
Clocking & Conversion:
- Proprietary 64-bit Acoustically Focused Clocking technology for increased width, separation, and detail in musical performances;
- Proprietary Jitter Management algorithm delivering truthful and expanded soundstage;
- High-resolution A/D and D/A conversion ensuring artefact-free recordings and mastering-grade converter with 130dB headroom for critical listening without coloration or signal degradation.
Real-Time EffectsProcessing:
- Collection of 50 analog-modeled effects featuring classic as well as rarely emulated compressors, EQs, mic preamps, and guitar amps and cabs;
- 6DSP, 2FPGA Synergy Core proprietary onboard real-time platform for effects processing with imperceptible latency;Up to 128 effects instances per session loaded simultaneously on 32 individual virtual racks.
Workflow-Enhancing Features:
- Advanced digital Routing Matrix that allows execution of complicated input/output routing with a simple drag and drop functionality;
- 4 mixers with 32 channels each for creating individual cue mixes and sub-mixes, allowing you to distribute headphone mixes for your musicians while applying pan, reverb, other effects and stereo link;
- Customizable presets complete with signal routing, level adjustments, mixer settings and sub-mixes;
- Direct hardware monitoring with effects, processed in real-time with imperceptible latency;
- Direct-In function allowing you to bypass the preamp architecture and record directly through the converter;
- Fully DC-coupled I/O to control and receive CV from modular synths;
- Easily accessible talkback with built-in microphone;
- Front panel with volume knob with selectable sources and functional buttons;
- Option to work without being connected to a computer (standalone operation);
- Wireless control of software features from a separate computer connected to the same network.
In-the-Box Content:
- Orion Studio Synergy Core Interface
- Quick Start Guide
- Inline External Power Supply Unit
- USB Cable