Antelope Audio Orion 32+ Gen 3 Audio Interface

Antelope Audio produce some of the most sought-after studio hardware in the world. Among their most popular offerings is the Orion range, combining stellar connectivity with class-leading routing and premium FPGA effects.

With the Gen 3, they’ve stepped it up a notch; flawless clocking, 129dB dynamic range, and sub-millisecond-latency workflow. This is truly formidable premium studio hardware!

Key features

• Exemplary AD/DA - cutting-edge converters with up to 129dB dynamic range.
• Sub millisecond latency - true sub-milliscend latency for playback and recording, achieved via ultra-stable Windows Thunderbolt driver.
• Real-time effects - a rich collection of circuit-level gear emulations, running in real-time on an integrated FPGA FX platform.
• Flawless clocking - create more natural sounding music with Antelope Audio’s next-generation 64-bit Acoustically Focused Clocking technology & jitter management algorithm.
• Extensive connectivity - 64 channels (in and out) up to 24/192 using Thunderbolt or 32 channels over USB: Digital I/O features MADI, ADAT, and S/PDIF.
• Intuitive control - get the job done from the front panel controls, or enjoy routing, mixing, and stacking effects in the PC/Mac app - from any computer on the same network.

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The Orion 32+ | Gen 3 features a suite of essential effects from Antelope Audio’s vast library of FPGA FX models. Customers can purchase additional effects as they deem fit, as well as invest in the AFX2DAW software bridge which lets them use on-board processed, low-latency effects as inserts in their preferred digital audio workstation.

64 channels of audio via thunderbolt

Orion 32+ | Gen 3 provides seamless connectivity to any DAW, with low-latency, simultaneous streaming of 64 channels of 24-bit, 192 kHz audio via ThunderboltTM and 32 channels via USB. The analog I/O are handled by 8 DB25 connectors and a pair of TRS connectors for monitoring. Digital connectivity options are complemented by ADAT and S/PDIF.

Extensive flexibility

Orion 32+ | Gen 3 offers extensive flexibility for excellent productivity. A color-coded software routing matrix with four separate mixers, effects chaining, and zero latency monitoring is provided. The routing matrix, mixers, and control panel are found within an intuitive desktop application for macOS and Windows.

High-end clocking & conversion

Digital clarity meets analog musicality to form the signature Antelope Audio sound.

Our proven clocking accuracy is ensured by Antelope’s renowned 64-bit Acoustically Focused Clocking (AFC) jitter management technology. A 10 MHz input enables connectivity to Antelope’s legendary 10M Atomic Clock and its successor 10MX. That, and a pair of word clock outputs make the Orion 32+ | Gen 3 a great fit in any setup - not just as an interface, but as a premium master clock as well.

Redesigned software panel

Control all Orion 32+ | Gen 3 features and functionality from its intuitive desktop app. macOS and Windows compatible, it implements Antelope Audio’s networking control concept to let you access the interface from multiple computers in the same network. For added convenience and flexibility, the control panels are freely movable and resizable, facilitating multi-screen workflows.

Real-time effects

Orion32+ | Gen 3 includes a complimentary suite of superb real-time effects selected from a growing library of Antelope Audio FPGA FX. Additional effects can be purchased to expand your arsenal of FX.

Ready? Set? Get rocking! Orion32+ | Gen 3 includes six premier essential audio effects from the Antelope library, which run in real-time on an ultra-fast FPGA platform. Covering a wide variety of tracking and mixing uses, each effect boasts mastering grade precision and clarity – from the Clear Q linear EQ to the spacious and advanced AuraVerb. These six tools alone cover all your essential mixing and mastering needs.

Specifications

Analog Inputs

• 4 x D-SUB 25
• (32 channels total),
• +24 dBu max, 11.2 kOhms

Analog Outputs

• 4 x D-SUB 25
• (32 channels total),
• +24dBu, 56 Ohms
• 2 x Monitor Outs on TRS 1/4 Jacks

D/A Monitor Converter

• Dynamic Range: 129 dB
• THD + N: -108 dB

A/D Converter

• Dynamic Range: 121 dB
• THD + N: -112 dB

D/A Converters

• Dynamic Range: 120 dB
• THD + N: -107 dB

Digital Inputs

• 1 x Fiber Optic MADI (up to 64CH)
• 2 x ADAT (up to 16CH)
• 1 x S/PDIF

Digital Outputs

• 1 x Fiber Optic MADI (up to 64CH)
• 2 x ADAT (up to 16CH)
• 1 x S/PDIF

USB I/O

• USB 2.0 Hi-Speed; Data stream up to 480 Mbits/192kHz,
• 32 channels I/O, Type B

Thunderbolt

• 1 x Thunderbolt (64 channels I/O)

Clocking

• Word Clock Input: 1 x Input @ 75 Ohms 3Vpp on BNC 32 – 192kHz
• Word Clock Outputs: 2 x Outputs @ 75 Ohms 3Vpp on BNC 32 – 192kHz
• Atomic Clock Input: 1 x 10M Input @ 75 Ohms Vpp on BNC
• Clocking System: 4th Generation
• Acoustically Focused Clocking
• 64-bit DDS
• Oven Controlled Crystal Oscillator
• Clock Stability: <+/-0.02 ppm, oven controlled at 64.5ºC/ 148.1ºF
• Clock Aging: < 1 ppm per year
• Clock Calibration: < +/-0.001 ppm Sample Rates (kHz) 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192
• Weight: 3kg/ 6.6 lbs (approx.)

Dimensions (approx.)

• Width: 483 mm / 19”
• Height: 44 mm / 1.75”
• Depth: 220 mm / 8.66”

In the box

• Orion 32+ | Gen 3
• Warranty Card
• Power cable
• USB cable