The Antelope Audio MP8d is an 8-channel Microphone Preamplifier with A/D conversion. The MP8d boasts Antelope Audio’s integrated world-class A/D conversion. Antelope’s converters are widely regarded for their naturally warm, yet sonically accurate sound signature.
This classically rich, yet modernly precise sound is accomplished thanks to Antelope’s Acoustically Focused Clocking jitter management algorithm and Oven-Controlled crystal oscillator, along with advanced analog and digital circuit board design, powered by a proprietary power supply.
ANALOG VERSATILITY
Generous analog connectivity in a device taking up just 1U space.
The MP8d mic pres are combo XLR/TRS connectors, which accept both mic and line level signals. Hi-Z inputs are associated with channels 1 and 2, and are accessible via dedicated TRS connectors on the front panel. Inserts for connecting your favorite effects outboard gear are available on the rear panel.
A high-end headphone amp is accessible from the front panel to provide the convenience of integrated monitoring. The analog connectivity is accomplished with a D-Sub 25 connector directly outputting the mic signals at line level, making MP8d a perfect companion device for Antelope’s Orion32 and Zen Studio audio interfaces.
DIGITAL EFFICIENCY
MP8d features all digital I/O options you’ll ever need.
A plethora of digital connectors offer a wide variety of options, providing extreme flexibility and enhanced productivity.
MP8d provides S/PDIF, AES/EBU, TOSLINK, ADAT and MADI connections expand the product compatibility and allow for both easy connection to other outboard gear or DAW, as well as cascading two or more MP8d units, expanding the channel count.
8 CLASS-A MIC PRES
8 Hi-Z, Line and Mic compatible preamps with individual phantom power
DIGITAL CONNECTIVITY
MP8d features all digital I/O you need – MADI, ADAT, AES/EBU, S/PDIF, TOSLINK
8 CHANNELS
DB25 connector for 8-channel direct microphone output
64-BIT ACOUSTICALLY FOCUSED CLOCKING
A/D enhanced by Antelope’s world-renowned jitter management algorithm
POWERFUL DSP
Massive parallel DSP for fast routing, low-latency mixing and real-time FX
SUPREME CLOCKING
Oven-Controlled Oscillator, 2 Word Clock outs, 1 Word Clock in and 1 Atomic Clock in
Analog Inputs
8 x Mic / Line on XLR combos on the rear panel
2 x Hi-Z (instrument) inputs on TRS on the front panel (Mic inputs 1,2)
Analog Inserts
2 x Inserts on TRS (inputs 1,2)
Analog Outputs
8 x Lines on DB25 (8 channels)
1 x Stereo Headphone outs on TRS (2 channels)
Digital Inputs
1 x MADI (up to 64CH)
Digital Outputs
1 x MADI (up to 64CH)
2 x ADAT (up to 16CH)
1 x S/PDIF
1 x TOSLINK
1 x AES/EBU on DB9 (breaks down to 4 x XLR connectors, cable not included)
Clocking System
4th Generation Acoustically Focused Clocking
64-bit DDS
Oven Controlled Crystal Oscillator
USB I/O
2.0 Hi-Speed, Type B, only for control
Atomic Clock
1 x 10M Input @ 75 Ohms 1Vpp on BNC
Word Clock
1 x Input @ 75 Ohms 3Vpp on BNC 32-192 kHz
2 x Output @ 75 Ohms 3Vpp on BNC 32-192 kHz
A/D Converter
Dynamic Range: 120 dB
THD+N: -110 dB
Clocking Stability
<+/-0.02ppm, oven controlled at 64.5ºC/148.1ºF
Clock Aging
< 1ppm per year
Clock Calibration
<+/-0.001ppm
Atomic Clock
10 MHz
Sample Rates
32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz
Operating Temperature
0-50°C/32-122°F
Weight
3.3 kg/7.28 lb approx.
Dimensions (Approx)
Width: 483mm / 19’’
Height: 44mm / 1.75’’
Depth: 230mm / 9.1’’
Power Supply
AC Universal input
~95-245 V, 20 Watts Max
Power Consumption
20 Watts Max