The Discrete 8 Oryx brings Antelope Audio’s latest innovations into a powerful, affordable studio hub for producers, engineers, and bands. Built for multi-instrument recording and hybrid workflows, it combines pristine conversion and clocking, console-grade preamps, real-time FX processing, advanced headphone tools, and expansive routing — all in one rack unit.
Key Highlights
Uncompromising Sound Quality – Latest-generation AD/DA converters with up to 130dB of dynamic range, backed by Antelope’s proprietary 64-bit AFC™ clocking for superior stereo imaging.
World-Class Preamps – Eight discrete 6-transistor preamps with 75dB of gain, inspired by classic consoles, delivering ultra-clean recordings.
Synergy Core Real-Time FX – Powered by 2 DSP + 1 FPGA c hips, running 37 included effects (compressors, EQs, amps, mic pres) with imperceptible latency.
Advanced Signal Processing – Four independent headphone outs, each with X-feed and calibration options for precise monitoring and natural stereo image.
Advanced Routing – Virtual patch bay with simultaneous use of all analog and digital I/O, providing over 60 channels of flexible connectivity.
Experience every mix with uncompromising clarity.
At the heart of the Discrete 8 Oryx are Antelope’s latest AD/DA converters (up to 130dB headroom) and fourth-generation 64-bit AFC™ clocking. Together, they deliver wider stereo imaging, depth, and detail that go far beyond the specs of the converter chips alone. Careful implementation and decades of clocking expertise ensure a sound that stands out in both recording and playback, beloved by audio professionals worldwide.
Record with vintage warmth and modern precision.
The eight Discrete preamps are based on a six-transistor topology reminiscent of vintage consoles. With up to 75dB of gain and exceptionally low noise, they capture every nuance with clarity, making them equally suited for delicate ribbon mics and punchy drum recordings.
Shape your sound in real time without latency.
Powered by 2 DSP and 1 FPGA, the onboard Synergy Core platform lets you run a collection of world class analog-modeled effects — from compressors and EQs to amps and reverbs — in real-time with zero perceptible latency. Perfect for giving vocalists polished monitoring chains with reverb, or for offloading CPU-intensive processing during tracking and live performance. 37 FX come included, with more available on the Antelope Software Store.
Transform your headphones into a true soundstage.
All four independent headphone outputs come with X-feed (crossfeed) to mimic listening on speakers, as well as headphone calibration to ensure ultra-precise sound reproduction and stereo imaging. Each performer can enjoy their own optimized mix with Real-Time FX on top, all handled by the interface itself with no added latency.
Connect everything and work without limits.
With 26×38 simultaneous connectivity — including 8 preamps, 8 DC-coupled line outs, ADAT, S/PDIF, reamp outs, monitor outs, and 4 headphone outs — the Discrete 8 Oryx serves as the centerpiece of any studio. Antelope’s intuitive virtual patch bay makes complex routing simple, letting you use every analog and digital channel at once for true hybrid flexibility.
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
8 × 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.
8 × DC-coupled line outputs over D-Sub 25 and 8 x DC-coupled line inputs
Two reamp outputs on TRS ¼ jacks for further amp processing of guitar signal. They can also be used as an additional stereo monitor output - this allows you to have two pairs of monitor speakers playing together simultaneously.
USB 2.0 type-C port with custom macOS & Windows drivers.
Digitally expandable over ADAT I/O, with 16 channels available.
Digitally expandable over S/PDIF I/O, with 2 channels available.
Three word clock outputs let you distribute the interface’s highly stable clock signal across your studio and a word clock input allows you to sync the Discrete 8 Oryx with other gear.
Footswitch input that can be used as a single footswitch (on 1/4” TS jack) to control the dim function and a dual footswitch to control both the talkback and dim functions.
Four stereo headphone outputs with separate gain control.
Dedicated stereo monitor output over TRS.
Workflow-enhancing features
Direct monitoring with Synergy Core FX, processed in real-time with imperceptible latency.
X-feed - Headphone crossfeed mode with calibration, mimicking the stereo sound stage of monitor speakers.
Customizable presets with signal routing, level adjustments, mixer and effects settings.
Customizable monitoring mixes with adjustable volume, pan and reverb.
Easily accessible front-panel talkback with built-in microphone.
Front panel with color display, navigation buttons for hands-on control of core parameters. Hardware relay-based gain knobs for each preamp, plus mode control (mic/line/Hi-Z) via push sequence.
Option to work without being connected to a computer (standalone operation).
Remote control of software features from a separate computer connected to the same network.
Real-time effects processing
Collection of 37 Synergy Core effects modeled after classic and rare analog outboard gear.
Synergy Core proprietary onboard platform powered by 2 × DSP & 1 × FPGA chips for real-time effects processing with imperceptible latency.
Modeling Engine allowing pairing with the Edge line of microphones for real-time use of vintage microphone emulations
In-the-Box Content
• Discrete 8 Oryx
• Getting started guide
• USB 2.0 type-C cable
• USB type-C to type-A adapter
• External power supply unit