Antelope Audio PURE2 Mastering AD/DA Converter & Clock

Get exceptional mastering conversion quality with Antelope Audio's premium clock and converter!

Spectacular Digital Clarity and Analog Warmth

Further clarifying that Antelope Audio are pioneers within premium studio hardware, the Antelope Audio PURE2 Mastering AD/DA Converter & Clock is a deluxe 24-bit, 192 kHz AD/DA 2-channel converter and master clock. That's the perfect addition for any professional looking to take their mastering suite rig to new heights.

Featuring a relay-controlled volume attenuator and Antelope's prestigious Acoustically Focused Clocking (AFC) technology, the Pure2 delivers elevated analogue circuitry to achieve a divine sonic quality straight out of the box. Operated by a multi-stage linear power supply, be confident that the digital clarity and analogue realism surpassing all expectations!

Antelope Audio PURE2 Mastering AD/DA Converter & Clock Features:

• Improved overload handling for smoother clipping and analogue warmth, handled by PCM4222
• A Dedicated D/A converter for greater convenience, allows monitoring a secondary source
• Dual DAC architecture for enhanced stereo imaging and signal-to-noise ratio
• A stepped relay attenuator with 0.05 dB precision for maximum monitoring transparency
• Sharp conversion timing via 4th gen AFC jitter management technology
• Super intuitive OS X & Windows compatible software panel

Simple Control Functionality

Enabling mastering engineers with effortless functionality to streamline their workflow, the Pure2 comes with a minimalist front panel for easy control which not only performs incredibly but looks aesthetically stunning. That's not all though as there's also an innovative software control panel for Mac and Windows, enabling you with a more accessible way to manage various aspects of the Antelope Audio Pure2 from your desktop!

Easy Set-Up

Get up and running within minutes thanks to the AD/DA converter/master clocks' simple USB connectivity, allowing you to connect to the laptop or PC of your choosing and capture stereo audio at 192 kHz easier than ever!

Antelope Audio PURE2 Mastering AD/DA Converter & Clock Specifications:

Analog Inputs

• 1 x Combo Balanced Analog (XLR / 1/4 TRS) factory calibrated to +20dBu

Digital Inputs

• 1 x AES/EBU on XLR (32kHz to 192kHz) @ 110 Ohms terminated
• 1 x S/PDIF on RCA (32kHz to 192kHz) @ 75 Ohms terminated
• 1 x TOSLINK on optical fibre: up to 96kHz

Word Clock Input

• 1 x Input @ 75 Ohms 3Vpp on BNC 32 – 192kHz

Analog Outputs

• 1 x Stereo pair of Balanced XLR Outputs from D/A Converter (Main Output) is factory calibrated to 20dBu and user adjustable from 8dBu to 26dBu
• 1 x Stereo pair Balanced Outputs for monitors (2 x 1/4 TRS)
• 1 x 1/4 TRS Front Headphones 20dBu

Digital Outputs

• 1 x AES/EBU on XLR (32kHz to 192kHz) @ 110 Ohms terminated
• 1 x S/PDIF on RCA (32kHz to 192kHz) @ 75 Ohms terminated
• 1 x TOSLINK on optical fiber: up to 96kHz

Word Clock Outputs

• 8 x Outputs @ 75 Ohms 3Vpp on BNC 32 – 192kHz

USB I/O

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

External Reference Clock

• 1 x 10M Atomic Clock Input @ 75 Ohms 1Vpp on BNC
• 1 x Word Clock Input @ 75 Ohms 3Vpp on BNC 32 – 192kHz

A/D Converter

• Dynamic Range: 122dB
• THD+N: -105dB

D/A Converters

• Main DAC Dynamic Range 127dB; THD+N -107dB
• Monitor DAC Dynamic Range 120dB; THD+N -103dB
• Headphones DAC Dynamic Range 120dB; THD+N -100dB

Clock Specifications

• <+/-0.02 PPM, oven controlled at 64.5°C/ 148.1°F

Clock Aging

• < 1 ppm per year

Clock Calibration

• < +/-0.001 ppm

Atomic Clock Input

• 10MHz @ 1Vpp, BNC

Sample Rates (kHz)

• 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192

Operating Temperature

• 0-50°C, 32-122°F

Weight

• 3 kg, 6.6 lb approx.

Dimensions (Approx)

• 483mm(W) x 44mm(H) x 220mm (D)
• 19”(W) x 1.75”(H) x 8.66”(D)

Power Supply

• ~110VAC 60Hz/ ~220VAC 50Hz selectable

Atomic Clock Input

• 1 x 10M Input @ 75 Ohms 1Vpp on BNC

Fuses

• 2 x 0.8A 250VAC 5mm x 20mm Type T (or Time delay)