Antelope audio Discrete 8 Oryx

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The Discrete 8 Oryx integrates Antelope Audio’s latest innovations into a powerful and accessible studio hub designed for producers, sound engineers, and bands. Built for multi-instrument recording and hybrid workflows, it combines high-end conversion and clocking, console-quality preamps, real-time effects processing, advanced headphone tools, and extensive routing—all in a 1U rackmount form factor.

Key Features

Uncompromising Sound Quality
Latest-generation AD/DA converters with up to 130 dB of dynamic range, paired with Antelope’s proprietary 64-bit AFC™ clock for superior stereo imaging.

High-End Preamps
Eight 6-transistor Discrete preamps with 75 dB of gain, inspired by classic consoles, for pristine recordings.

Real-time Synergy Core Effects
Powered by 2 DSPs + 1 FPGA, with 37 built-in effects (compressors, EQs, amplifiers, mic preamps) operating with imperceptible latency.

Advanced Headphone Monitoring
Four independent headphone outputs with X-Feed (crossfeed) and calibration for a natural and accurate stereo image.

Advanced Routing
A virtual patchbay allows simultaneous use of all analog and digital I/O—over 60 channels of flexible connectivity.

Absolute Clarity for Every Mix

At the heart of the Discrete 8 Oryx are the latest Antelope AD/DA converters (up to 130 dB of headroom) and 4th generation 64-bit AFC™ clock technology.
They deliver a wider stereo image, increased depth, and a level of detail that surpasses the specifications of the conversion chips alone. Antelope's clocking expertise guarantees exceptional performance, both in recording and playback.

Vintage warmth and modern precision

The eight Discrete preamps are based on a six-transistor topology inspired by vintage consoles.

With up to 75 dB of gain and extremely low noise, they capture every nuance with precision—ideal for everything from delicate ribbon microphones to dynamic drum recordings.

Shape your sound in real time, with zero latency

Thanks to its two DSPs and one FPGA, the integrated Synergy Core platform allows you to use a collection of modeled analog effects—compressors, EQs, amps, reverbs—in real time with imperceptible latency.

Perfect for providing vocalists with monitoring with reverb and compression, or for offloading CPU resources during recording and live performances.

37 effects are included, with more available through the Antelope Software Store.

A true headphone soundscape

The four independent headphone outputs feature:

X-Feed (crossfeed) simulating speaker monitoring

Headphone calibration for ultra-precise reproduction

Each musician benefits from their own optimized mix with real-time effects, without added latency.

Connect everything, without limits

With simultaneous 26x38 connectivity—including 8 preamps, 8 DC-coupled line outputs, ADAT, S/PDIF, reamp outputs, monitor outputs, and 4 headphone outputs—the Discrete 8 Oryx becomes the heart of your studio.

Antelope’s intuitive virtual patchbay simplifies complex routing and allows you to use all analog and digital channels simultaneously.

FEATURES
Conversion & Clocking

Reference-grade AD/DA conversion with up to 130 dB of headroom

Recording, mixing, and playback up to 24-bit/192 kHz

Proprietary 64-bit AFC™ (Acoustically Focused Clocking) technology with advanced jitter control

Connectivity

8 discrete 6-transistor preamps (75 dB gain)

All Mic/Line inputs

2 Hi-Z inputs

XLR combo connectors

48V phantom power

8 DC-coupled line outputs (D-Sub 25)

8 DC-coupled line inputs

2 reamp outputs (6.35 mm TRS) that can also be used as a second pair of monitors

USB 2.0 Type-C port (macOS & Windows drivers)

Digital expansion via ADAT (16 channels)

Digital expansion via S/PDIF (2 channels)

3 Word Clock outputs + 1 Word Clock input

Footswitch input (dim/talkback)

4 independent stereo headphone outputs

Dedicated stereo monitor output (TRS)

Advanced features

Direct monitoring with real-time Synergy Core effects

X-Feed mode with headphone calibration

Customizable presets (routing, levels, mixer, effects)

Customizable headphone mix (volume, pan, reverb)

Integrated front panel talkback

Front panel color display with direct control

Relay gain knobs for each preamp

Standalone mode (no computer required)

Remote control via network

Real-time effects processing

37 Synergy Core effects modeled after rare analog gear

Internal platform with 2 DSPs + 1 FPGA

Modeling Engine compatible with Antelope Edge microphones (real-time vintage emulations)