Antelope Zenith 2

Zenith 2: a second generation designed for the modern studio

With Zenith 2, the goal is clear: to offer a compact audio interface that maintains a "console" style signal path while adapting to current uses (mobile creation, streaming, home studio). This version emphasizes a refined audio path, discrete preamps with high gain reserve, and an onboard DSP designed to speed up the transition from idea to recording without complicating your setup.

An audio interface for recording, producing, and broadcasting without friction

Zenith 2 is aimed at musicians, producers, beatmakers, and content creators who want reliable, detailed, and immediately usable capture. The 75 dB gain facilitates the use of low-sensitivity dynamic microphones (spoken voice, podcast, close miking), while the Line and Hi-Z modes allow switching between synths, drum machines, and guitars/basses without extra gear. For streaming, the built-in loopback simplifies mixing between microphone, music, and system audio for a clean, coherent, and easy-to-manage output.

DSP, conversion, and connectivity: the heart of the Zenith 2 workflow

Precise conversion and faster decisions

Thanks to AD/DA conversion boasting up to 123 dB dynamic range, Zenith 2 aims for clean and clear reproduction, useful both for judging a vocal take and placing an instrument in the arrangement. Monitoring with imperceptible latency enhances performance comfort and limits compromises, especially during headphone takes or quick sessions where every minute counts.

Discrete preamps: gain, headroom, and real flexibility

The two discrete 6-transistor preamps are designed to remain transparent even when the gain is pushed. The result: stable recording with reserve for dynamic sources and more confident handling of peaks. For demanding microphones, the goal is to avoid external boosters and keep a clean signal right at the input, ready to be shaped during mixing.

Real-time processing in 4 positions: from "clean" to more pronounced

The onboard DSP combines Tube-Opto Compressor, Sky EQ, and De-Esser, with intensity control OFF/1/2/3. This stepped logic is ideal for speed: you choose a tone and level of effect without getting lost in settings, while remaining effective for vocal takes, DI guitar, or broadcast. Presets allow recalling a consistent starting point and chaining sessions with sonic continuity.

Studio- and mobile-oriented connectivity

Powered via USB-C (bus-powered) and class-compliant, Zenith 2 is designed to work quickly whether on a computer or compatible mobile device. The TRS monitor outputs (DC-coupled) and two independent stereo headphone outputs secure monitoring for two users (artist and engineer, or voice and production). MIDI I/O completes the set for controlling a master keyboard, controller, or expander without a dedicated interface.

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