Antelope Audio Zenith 2 – Product Description

The Antelope Audio Zenith 2 is a premium, compact 2×2 USB-C audio interface designed to bring professional studio sound quality to creators, producers, musicians, and streamers. Featuring Antelope’s renowned 32-bit conversion, console-grade preamps, and onboard DSP for real-time effects, the Zenith 2 delivers world-class performance in a portable, bus-powered form factor. Ideal for home studios, mobile setups, and content creation, it provides crystal-clear recordings, powerful monitoring capabilities, and universal compatibility without requiring drivers.

Key Features

✨ High-End AD/DA Conversion

32-bit / 192 kHz conversion
123 dB dynamic range for ultra-detailed, transparent audio

🎙️ Console-Grade Microphone Preamps

Two discrete 6-transistor preamps
Up to 75 dB gain — perfect for dynamic and ribbon mics
Ultra-low noise and distortion for clean, natural sound

⚡ Real-Time DSP Effects

Built-in compressor, EQ, and de-esser
Instant ON/OFF/Intensity control
Near-zero latency processing while recording

🎧 Dual Independent Headphone Outputs

Two headphone outputs with individual volume controls
Enough power to drive high-impedance headphones

🔁 Loopback for Streaming

Combine mic, music, and system audio easily
Ideal for livestreaming, gaming, and podcasting

🔌 Bus-Powered USB-C Simplicity

Truly plug-and-play
Class-compliant: works without drivers on Mac, Windows, iOS & Android

🎼 MIDI I/O

Standard 5-pin MIDI In & Out for keyboards, synths, and controllers

🛠️ Premium Build

Robust metal chassis
Compact design for studio or mobile use

Technical Specifications

Audio Performance

Bit depth / sample rate: 32-bit, up to 192 kHz
Dynamic range (mic input): 123 dB
Monitor output dynamic range: 122 dB
Headphone output dynamic range: 120 dB
THD+N (preamps): –98 dB
THD+N (monitor outputs): –108 dB

Inputs

2 × XLR/TRS combo inputs
Supports Mic / Line / Hi-Z sources
+48 V phantom power for both channels
Up to 75 dB gain

Outputs

2 × TRS monitor outputs (DC-coupled, +20 dBu max)
2 × independent TRS headphone outputs
5-pin MIDI In & Out

Connectivity

USB-C (USB 2.0 class-compliant)
4 channels in / 4 channels out
Bus-powered

Physical

Chassis: Full metal
Dimensions: 135 × 60 × 130 mm
Weight: Approx. 0.6 kg

Included in the Box

USB-C cable
USB-C to USB-A adapter
Quick Start Guide
Software license bundle