Antelope Zen Tour Synergy Core

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Antelope Zen Tour Synergy Core

Antelope

Zen Tour Synergy Core

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 486755
Brand: Antelope
Model: Zen Tour Synergy Core
Price: $1,868.90

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The Zen Tour Synergy Core is a powerhouse for serious recording engineers and producers. The combination of Antelope’s renowned clocking, a massive DSP engine, and a flexible I/O setup makes it ideal for handling large projects with tons of effects – think orchestral scores, complex electronic music, or a band tracking live. It's a significant investment, but the sonic quality and processing power justify the cost for professionals.

Product Description

  • Antelope Zen Tour Synergy Core
  • 32 x 32 Thunderbolt / 24 x 24 USB Interface
  • Wth Synergy Core FX Processing Platform
  • 4 x ARM DSP + 2x FPGA for up to 256 effect instances per session
  • 4 x Microphone
  • 8 line and 4 Hi-Z inputs
  • 8 line and 2 reamping outputs
  • 2 x Stereo A / B monitor outputs in mastering quality (130 dB signal-to-noise ratio)
  • Antelope 64-bit acoustically focused clocking
  • Low latency over Thunderbolt and USB through FPGA technology
  • 32 Channels at 192 kHz in / out via Thunderbolt
  • 24 Channels at 192 kHz in / out via USB
  • 4 x Discrete transistor microphone preamps with support for mic-modelling (for Antelope Audio Edge & Verge Modeling microphones)
  • 4 x Hi-Z instrument inputs
  • 2 x Reamping outputs
  • Integrated talkback microphone
  • 2 x Independently assignable headphone outputs
  • 8 x Analogue outputs via D-SUB 25
  • 5 x Preset buttons for quick and easy recall of preferred settings
  • 1 x ADAT I/O
  • 2 x Channels in / out via S / PDIF
  • High-resolution TFT touchscreen
  • Ergonomic software user interface
  • Flexible routing and mixing options
  • 36 Real-time synergy core effects included - system requirements: Windows 10
  • OS X 10.12 or higher
  • Dimensions (L x W x H): 255 x 168 x 62 mm
  • Weight: 1.6 kg
  • Includes instruction manual
  • power cable
  • USB cable and warranty card
PROS
  • • Exceptional clocking delivers pristine audio, minimizing jitter.
  • • Synergy Core DSP drastically reduces CPU load for complex projects.
  • • Discrete preamps offer clean gain with a subtle warmth.
  • • Comprehensive I/O options cater to large recording setups.
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, a significant investment for home studios.
  • • Thunderbolt connectivity limits portability for some users.
  • • Learning curve with Synergy Core’s extensive processing options.

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Key Features

Inputs 32 (24 analog, 4 mic, 4 Hi-Z)
Outputs 30 (16 line, 2 reamp, 2 monitor, 2 headphone)
Max Sample Rate 192 kHz
Bit Depth 24-bit
Preamps 4 discrete transistor mic preamps
Weight 22.4 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The FPGA implementation minimizes latency significantly, allowing for near-real-time monitoring and processing, crucial for demanding tracking scenarios.
While not a direct replacement for boutique preamps costing thousands, the Zen Tour's discrete preamps deliver a clean, musical sound with a pleasing warmth, offering excellent value for the price.
Synergy Core primarily utilizes Antelope’s own effects, though there's ongoing development to expand compatibility with select third-party plugins.

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