Antelope Galaxy 64 Synergy Core

Galaxy 64 Synergy Core is a high-end recording system that connects your entire studio within a 2U rack space while providing high-fidelity audio and onboard effects processing for your most demanding projects. With Dante, HDX and Thunderbolt connectivity, the world’s first 64-channel AD/DA converter offers unbeatable flexibility when moving sound around your high-profile production facility, live stage, broadcast, or other enterprise applications.

Key Features

Analog & Digital Connectivity

• 64 analog input channels over 8 D-Sub 25 connectors with AC/DC coupling switch (TASCAM standard);
• 64 analog output channels over 8 DC-coupled D-Sub 25 connectors (TASCAM standard);
• Dante™ audio over IP with primary/secondary port for audio transfer over long distances;
• Four HDX ports (24-bit, 192kHz): up to 128 channels I/O for Pro Tools HD / HDX integration;
• Two Thunderbolt™ 3 ports with custom macOS & Windows drivers for native DAW application;
• Digital I/O: 64 channels of optical MADI, 2 channels over AES/EBU, and 2 channels over S/PDIF.

Clocking & Conversion

• Proprietary 64-bit Acoustically Focused Clocking technology for increased width, separation, and detail in musical performances;
• Proprietary Jitter Management algorithm delivering truthful and expanded soundstage;
• High-resolution A/D and D/A conversion ensuring artefact-free recordings and mastering-grade converter with 130dB headroom for critical listening without coloration or signal degradation;

Onboard Real-Time Effects

• Collection of 36 analog-modeled effects featuring classic as well as rare compressors, EQs, mic preamps and pedals;
• 12×DSP, 2×FPGA Synergy Core proprietary onboard real-time plugin processing platform;
• Up to 256 plugin instances per session loaded simultaneously on 64 individual virtual racks;

Workflow-Enhancing Features

• Advanced digital routing matrix that allows execution of complicated input/output routing with a simple drag and drop functionality;
• 8 low latency hardware-accelerated 32-channel mixers that can be split into individual cue mixes and sub-mixes while applying pan, reverb, other plugins and stereo link;
• Customizable presets complete with signal routing, level adjustments, mixer settings and sub-mixes;
• Direct monitoring with plugins, processed in real-time with imperceptible latency;
• Intuitive touchscreen interface with recallable hardware-based presets;
• Daisy chain over Thunderbolt™ 3 & remote control over USB Type-C;
• Option to work without being connected to a computer (standalone operation);
• Wireless control of software features from a separate computer connected to the same network.