Antelope Audio Discrete 4 Pro Synergy Core – 14×20 Thunderbolt 3 & USB 2.0 Audio Interface

The Discrete 4 Pro Synergy Core is built for professional-grade recording and mixing in any environment, offering industry-leading AD/DA conversion (up to 130dB dynamic range), Antelope’s acclaimed Discrete preamps, and a powerful FPGA/DSP Synergy Core engine to run vintage-style effects in real time. With 14 inputs, 20 outputs, Thunderbolt 3 and USB connectivity, and an advanced virtual patchbay, the Discrete 4 Pro is both versatile and uncompromising in sound quality.

Key Features

• High-Performance Conversion: Latest-gen AD/DA converters with up to 130dB dynamic range for stunning clarity.

• Discrete Mic Preamps: Four transparent 6-transistor preamps inspired by classic console designs.

• Synergy Core Processing: Hybrid FPGA + DSP architecture runs real-time effects with near-zero latency.

• afx2daw Plugin: Use Synergy Core effects directly in your DAW via Thunderbolt 3.

• Flexible Connectivity: 14-in/20-out including 2 Word Clock outputs, ADAT, SPDIF, USB 2.0, and Thunderbolt 3.

• Virtual Patchbay: Route any input to any output or effect return, with intuitive software control.

• Monitor & Cue Mixes: Four independent 32-channel mixers for latency-free monitoring and custom artist mixes.

• Headphone Support: 4 independent headphone outputs with discrete mixes for each performer.

• Session Recall: Save and load exact snapshots of recording setups.

• Clocking Technology: 64-bit AFC™ clocking ensures pristine transients, depth, and imaging.

Specifications

• Analog Inputs: 4x XLR/TRS combo (preamps), 2x TRS line, 1x stereo monitor in

• Analog Outputs: 6x TRS line, 4x independent headphone outs, 2x stereo monitor outs

• Digital I/O: ADAT, SPDIF, 2x Word Clock Out

• Headphone Outputs: 4 discrete with independent mixes

• Resolution: 24-bit / up to 192kHz

• Dynamic Range: 130dB (A/D & D/A)

• Processing: 1x FPGA + 2x DSP for Synergy Core effects

• Connectivity: USB 2.0 and Thunderbolt 3 (low latency)

• Power: External PSU

• Dimensions: Desktop format (compact footprint)