The Zen Quadro stretches the limits of modern audio interface technology by implementing top-shelf components into an affordable price and portable bus-powered form factor.
Taking the AD/DA chips from Antelope Audio’s flagship Galaxy range, along with console-grade Discrete preamps with 75dB gain, the Zen Quadro provides creators of all kinds with the same uncompromising sound quality enjoyed by the world’s premiere recording studios.
Synergy Core real-time effect processing and enhanced standalone functionality are only part of the additional features packed into it, while the revolutionary dual-USB design allows simultaneous playback and recording on two systems – making it a no-brainer for all budding producers, musicians, and streamers looking to power up their production setup.
- High-fidelity conversion with up to 130dB headroom, paired with 64-bit AFC™ clocking technology for increased sound width, separation, and detail;
- Four Discrete console-grade 6-transistor preamps for crystal-clear recordings;
- Real-time Synergy Core processing, for tracking, monitoring and streaming with near-zero latency through faithful digital recreations of legendary studio equipment;
- Includes 37 effects modeled after vintage analog compressors, EQs, guitar amps, modulation effects and more;
- Dual-USB design, with secondary USB-C port (OTG) for simultaneous playback and recording on two systems;
- Easy access to routing and mixer settings, device control and preset recall via large color display provide complete standalone functionality;
- DC-coupled inputs and outputs for controlling synths via control voltage (CV) signals.
Features
Conversion & Clocking
- Class-leading AD/DA conversion with up to 130dB of headroom.
- Recording, mixing and playback at up to 24-bit/192kHz.
- Proprietary 64-bit AFC™ (Acoustically Focused Clocking) technology & Jitter Management algorithm delivering increased sound width, separation, and detail.
Connectivity
- 4 × Discrete 6-transistor preamps with 75dB of gain for pristine recordings. All work as microphone/line and two are also Hi-Z inputs, on combo XLR jacks, and supply 48V of phantom power.
- 2 x monitor outs and 2 x line outputs via TRS
- Two stereo headphone outputs with separate gain control and mix
- Two independent USB-C ports (OTG) for simultaneous playback & recording
- ADAT Input (up to 8 ch) and S/PDIF I/O (2 ch)
- DC-coupled inputs and outputs for controlling modular synths with control voltage (CV)
Workflow-enhancing features
- Direct monitoring with Synergy Core effects, processed in real-time with near-zero latency.
- Easy routing – select audio sources per channel, for each monitoring mix. Also available through the color display.
- Simultaneous playback and recording with two computers or computer + mobile device.
- Flexible loopback options for streaming.
- Customizable presets with signal routing, level adjustments, mixer, and effects settings.
- Customizable monitoring mixes with adjustable levels, panning and reverb.
- Class-compliant, no driver required on macOS and iOS.
- Standalone operation – simply connect to a phone charger and use without being connected to a computer.
- Remote control of software features from a separate computer connected to the same network.
For more info visit the manufacturer’s website – Antelope Zen Quadro Synergy Core
