Antelope Audio\u2019s signature sound quality comes from professional AD\/DA conversion, discrete ultra-linear preamps, and 64-bit AFCTM. The Zen Q Synergy Core 14 x 10 bus-powered USB-C audio interface incorporates those same core technologies that drive its high-end siblings, such as the rack-mountable Orion Studio Synergy Core and Galaxy 64 Synergy Core flagship. This powerful blend facilitates home music creators with the means to raise their productions to a new level \u2014 and all without necessarily needing to leave the comfort of their home-based studio setup:<\/p>\n
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- Class-leading \u2014 MONITOR and LINE OUT \u2014 AD\/DA conversion with a dynamic range of up to 127 dB (A-Weighted)<\/li>\n
- Recording, mixing, and playback at up to 24-bit\/192kHz<\/li>\n
- Proprietary 64-bit AFCTM technology and Jitter Management algorithm delivering increased sound width, separation, and detail<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nSynergy Core effects to fuel creativity<\/strong><\/p>\n
The professional studio sound-enabling Zen Q Synergy Core comes complete with 37 bundled analog-modeled effects, emulating a studio stocked with the rarest analog gear. Indeed, its Synergy Core platform offers immersive control of iconic equalizers, dynamic processors, guitar amps, reverb, and more \u2014 including Gyraf Gyratec IX (tube mic preamp) and Stay-Levin (compressor) \u2014 with over 50 optional expansions available through Antelope Audio\u2019s well-stocked Software Store, where all available Synergy Core effects for Zen Q Synergy Core can be explored.<\/p>\n
Diverse I\/O with room to grow<\/strong><\/p>\n
Zen Q Synergy Core\u2019s connectivity centers around two Combo XLR jacks with switchable modes to toggle between the discrete console-grade preamps, LINE level, or HiZ, while the front panel provides two switchable line\/Hi-Z inputs \u2014 G1 and G2 \u2014 for added flexibility. For monitoring, there is a stereo MONITOR output and a separate LINE OUT pairing to connect another set of studio monitors or external outboard gear, both backed by a mastering-grade D\/A converter. There is also a separate DAC for the HP1 and HP2 (independent headphone) outputs. A simple desktop setup can easily be transformed into a multichannel configuration, thanks to the SPDIF IN\/OUT and ADAT IN connections:<\/p>\n
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- 2x discrete ultra-linear preamps with 65 dB of gain for studio-quality recordings, both working as MIC\/LINE\/HiZ inputs on Combo XLR jacks, with 48V of phantom power and independent preamp gain for each input<\/li>\n
- 2x Hi-Z\/line instrument inputs over TRS \u00bc\u201d jacks<\/li>\n
- 2x signal-balanced, DC-coupled LINE OUT (outputs) over TRS \u00bc\u201d jacks (+20 dBu max)<\/li>\n
- USB-C port carrying up to 16 input and 16 output channels in any popular DAW with custom macOS and Windows drivers<\/li>\n
- Digitally expandable over SPDIF IN\/OUT, with two channels available<\/li>\n
- Digitally expandable over ADAT IN, with eight channels available (at 44.1\/48kHz)<\/li>\n
- 1x stereo signal-balanced, DC-coupled MONITOR output on TRS \u00bc\u201d jacks (+20 dBu max)<\/li>\n
- 2x stereo headphone outputs with separate volume control<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nFast and efficient workflow<\/strong><\/p>\n
Users of Zen Q Synergy Core can reap the benefits of a USB-C interface with an optimized audio driver for low-latency playback, streaming, and recording paired with onboard software. It allows for seamless control over essential parameters such as signal routing, sub-mixes, and monitoring, while applying Synergy Core effects without overburdening their system \u2014 all integral to enhancing workflow at every stage of the production process:<\/p>\n
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- Bus-powered, compact (W: 198 mm\/7.8\u201d, D: 137 mm\/5.4\u201d, H: 57.5 mm\/2.3\u201d) interface without the need for a dedicated power source<\/li>\n
- Direct monitoring with Synergy Core effects, processed in real-time with imperceptible latency<\/li>\n
- Simplified I\/O routing with preconfigured settings, allowing immediate recording and playback<\/li>\n
- Easily accessible front panel-positioned controls for input and output levels, as well as other settings<\/li>\n
- Customizable presets with settings for signal routing, level adjustments, mixer, and effects<\/li>\n
- Customizable monitoring mixes with adjustable volume, pan, and reverb<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nZen Q Synergy Core is available to purchase through Antelope Audio\u2019s growing global network of authorized dealers (https:\/\/en.antelopeaudio.com\/dealers\/<\/a>) or online directly from Antelope Audio for $899.00 USD\/\u20ac899.00 EUR via its dedicated webpage (https:\/\/en.antelopeaudio.com\/products\/zen-q-synergy-core\/<\/a>), which also includes more in-depth information.<\/p>\n
Explore Zen Q Synergy Core\u2019s included real-time effects here: https:\/\/en.antelopeaudio.com\/software-store\/?device=173889<\/a><\/p>\n
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