Antelope EDGE STRIP - REFURBISHED

An Antelope solution designed as a true modern recording channel

With the Edge Strip, Antelope Audio brings together in a compact format what many studios usually assemble piece by piece: a character microphone, a high-end preamp and a processing environment capable of recreating different sonic signatures. Within the manufacturer’s range, this bundle stands out for its all-in-one approach, designed to deliver serious recording quality without relying on a collection of expensive microphones and outboard gear.

The combination of the Discrete MP and the Edge microphone was not designed as a simple assembly of components. Both elements share a common philosophy: a clean, fast and detailed analog foundation, enhanced by modeling tools designed to considerably expand the studio’s sonic palette.

What applications is this studio bundle best suited for?

This pack is aimed at producers, sound engineers, composers and content creators who want versatile recording without sacrificing precision. It naturally finds its place in an advanced home studio, a production control room, a voice-over space, a premium podcast studio or a dedicated booth for vocals and acoustic instruments.

The Discrete MP is also well suited to those looking for a transparent preamp with enough gain headroom to handle different sources, while retaining the ability to shape the sound later using the included emulations. For vocals, acoustic guitar, overheads, digital pianos with line outputs or light stereo recordings, this setup offers a workflow that is both fast and inspiring.

A recording chain designed for precision, flexibility and color

Discrete MP: two discrete preamps dedicated to detail

At the heart of the system is a fully analog two-channel microphone preamp. Its discrete-component design is intended to deliver an ultra-linear response, with plenty of clarity, solid dynamic headroom and clean transient behavior. Gain, adjustable in 1 dB steps, allows for precise fine-tuning, making it equally useful for delicate vocals and more energetic sources.

This digital gain control provides genuine day-to-day convenience. Settings can be recalled more easily, a pair of channels can be calibrated more quickly, and repeated sessions can be managed more securely. The integrated calibration oscillator further reinforces this approach, particularly when the preamp is integrated into a hybrid environment or a setup where level alignment needs to be extremely precise.

The Edge microphone: modeling as a creative extension

The Edge microphone features a dual large-diaphragm capsule specially designed for multidimensional modeling. This technical choice makes it possible not only to reproduce the character of several classic microphones, but also to adjust the polar pattern and the perception of the proximity effect. In practice, this opens up highly interesting possibilities for adapting a single recording to several mixing contexts.

For the user, the benefit is twofold: obtaining an immediately usable sound during recording, then refining the color later without starting from scratch. This is a highly relevant approach for studios recording a wide range of performers, or for artists who want to try out several vocal textures without changing the entire microphone chain.

AFX, compression and equalization: a palette ready for mixing

The Edge Strip goes beyond recording alone. The pack includes a set of emulations designed to capture the spirit of vintage references, with several microphone models, classic preamps, the Stay-Levin compressor and a vintage-style equalizer. The combination makes it possible to move from a clean, open sound to denser, warmer or more pronounced midrange signatures.

This approach is particularly useful for those who want a compact yet creative setup. Instead of stacking external units, you start with a well-recorded source and shape the color using coherent tools designed to work together. The result is a lighter, faster production chain that is easier to integrate into a modern studio.

A compact format designed for real studio conditions

With its XLR/TRS combo inputs, TRS outputs and remote control via USB 2.0, the Discrete MP easily integrates into an existing setup. Thanks to its analog architecture, it can work with any system while providing the convenience of remote control from a computer. It offers a good balance between contemporary ergonomics and the dedicated studio preamp approach focused on audio quality.

With this refurbished version, you get the same sonic proposition as the new model, with an item advertised as new and only the original packaging damaged. An excellent option for accessing a highly musical setup without compromising on studio use.

Technical specifications

Warranty	3 years	Line input impedance	21 kOhm
Mic, XLR only	20 dBu max balanced	Maximum output level	22 dBu
Mic input impedance	1.2 kOhm	Output impedance	56 ohms
Line, 1/4" TRS only	29 dBu max balanced	Gain range	0 dB to 61 dB in 1 dB increments