Antelope Audio Zenith 2

Professional sound without compromise – directly on your desk.

Antelope Audio Zenith 2 is a compact 2x2 USB-C audio interface with console preamps, high-end AD/DA conversion and built-in DSP effects – built for musicians, producers, streamers and podcasters.

With a dynamic range of up to 123 dB, discrete preamps and real-time processing, the Zenith 2 offers studio quality in a compact and affordable device.

Main advantages

• Professional AD/DA conversion with up to 123 dB dynamic range
• 2 discrete microphone preamplifiers with up to 75 dB of gain
• Built-in DSP effects (Tube-Opto Compressor, Sky EQ, De-Esser)
• Zero noticeable latency when recording and monitoring
• Built-in Loopback for streaming and podcasts
• Plug & Play - Driverless for Mac / Windows / iOS / Android
• Power via USB-C

Professional sound from the first recording

Zenith 2 uses high-quality AD/DA converters that reveal detail, depth and precise transients. This ensures a clean and balanced recording ready for mixing and mastering.

Console preamps

The two discrete 6-transistor preamps are based on the design from the flagship Orion Studio interface and provide:

• high headroom
• minimal noise
• enough gain even for dynamic microphones

Real-time DSP effects

The built-in DSP processor allows processing without loading the computer:

• Tube-Opto Compressor
• Sky EQ
• De-Esser

Intuitive control with 4 levels: OFF / 1 / 2 / 3 – for a quick and professional result.

Built for streaming and content

With built-in Loopback, you can easily mix:

• microphone
• music
• system sound

An ideal solution for streaming, podcasts and online content.

Connectivity and flexibility

• 2 x combo inputs (Mic / Line / Hi-Z)
• 48V phantom power
• 2 x TRS monitor outputs
• 2 x independent headphone outputs
• MIDI I/O
• USB-C (bus-powered)

Technical characteristics

Inputs:

• 2 x Mic / Line / Hi-Z
• 48V phantom power

Outputs:

• 2 x TRS monitor
• 2 x headphones

Mic Preamplifier:

• Dynamic range: 123 dB
• THD+N: -98dB
• Maximum gain: 75 dB

Monitor outputs:

• Dynamic range: 122 dB
• THD+N: -108dB

Connectivity:

• USB 2.0 Type-C
• 4 channels recording / playback
• Class-compliant

In the set

• Zenith 2 interface
• USB-C cable
• USB-C to USB-A adapter
• Quick Start Guide

Suitable for:

• studio recordings
• vocals and instruments
• streaming and podcasts
• mobile setups