Discrete 8 brings a new level of sound quality & power to home studios and mobile recordists.

Coming with 8 console grade 6-transistor discrete preamps, 121 db dynamic range conversion and rock solid clocking, Discrete 8 features all of the Antelope Audio premier real-time FPGA FX, including authentic models of iconic gear from BAE, Lang, Gyraf Audio and many more.

Discrete 8, meet Edge and Verge

Combined with the already highly acclaimed Antelope Audio FPGA Vintage Compressors & EQ’s, these new modeling microphones will comprise a true cutting edge front end that will usher in a new era for modern recording.

The True Voices of Vintage Microphones

Transform Edge and Verge into vintage microphone replicas. Control proximity effect and change polar patterns during or after recording. The Edge & Verge collection of Mic Emulation FX give you access to a growing collection of classic and expensive microphones. Monitor live with the zero latency FPGA modeling engine and bring out the musician’s best possible performance.

Discrete 8

ANALOG

Analog Inputs
6 x Mic / Line Inputs
2 x Mic / Line / Hi-Z Inputs

Analog Outputs
1 x Monitor Out on TRS 1/4 Jacks, +20 dBu max
2 x ReAmp Out on TRS 1/4 Jacks
1 x Line Outs on DB25, +20 dBu max ( DC coupled )
2 x Stereo Headphone Outputs

Mic Preamp
EIN: -128 dBu (A-weighted)
Dynamic Range: -121 dB (A-weighted)
THD: -106 dB
Max input: +18 dBu
Max Gain: 65 dB

D/A Monitor Converter
Dynamic Range: 124 dB
THD + N: -101 dB

A/D Converter
Dynamic Range: 121 dB
THD + N: -112 dB

D/A Converters(Line Out)
Dynamic Range: 121dB
THD + N: – 100dB
DC Coupled

Hi-Z Input 
Discrete JFET design
Maximum input: 14dBu (At min. gain)
Gain Range: 0-40dB
Input Impedance: 1Mohm

Headphone Output
Output Level ( unloaded ) 20dBu max
Output impedance 120 ohms
Dynamic Range: 121dB
THD + N: – 100dB
Recommended HP Impedance 16Ω to 600Ω

Edge (large diaphragm condenser modeling microphone)

Microphone type: Condenser
Diaphragm: 34mm Large Condenser – Double sided with 6μm gold sputtered membranes
Polar Pattern: Multi-pattern
Freq. response: 20HZ – 20KHZ
Sensitivity: -35dB | 18mV/Pa (-1 to +3dB)
THD+N: -116dB
Self-noise: 19dB(A)
SNR: 75dB(A)
Output impedance: 50 Ohms

Power Requirements: 48V DC Phantom Power
Output Connector: 5-pin male XLR
Color: Black matte
Weight (mic body): 1.23 lbs. (560 grams)
Dimensions (mic body): 8.6″ x 2.1″ (219mm x 53mm)
Breakout Cable: 16.4′ (5meters) 5-pin female XLR to dual 3-pin male XLR (High grade OFC Y cable)
Mount: Shock absorber type with detachable pop-filter

Technical Specifications

• Verge
• System requirements
• In The Box

Verge (small diaphragm condenser modeling microphone)

Microphone type: Instrumental
Diaphragm: Back-electret condenser
Polar Pattern: Cardoid
Freq. response: 40Hz ~ 20kHz
Sensitivity: -40dB | 10mV/Pa (+/-3dB)
Self-noise: 25dB(A)
Max input SPL: 146dB
SNR: 69dB(A)
Output impedance: 65 Ohms

Power Requirements: 48V DC Phantom Power
Output Connector: 3-pin male XLR
Color: Black matte
Weight (mic body): 0.34 lbs. (155 grams)
Dimensions (mic body): 6.1″ x 0.87″ (155mm x 22mm)
Breakout Cable: not included
Mount: Shock absorber type