Overview

…this is one beast you aren’t going to want to set free once you have it in captivity.”

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A TECHNOLOGICAL FUSION

Antelope Audio’s Eclipse 384 is not only an AD/DA Converter, but a master clock and monitoring controller as well

Eclipse 384 is an advanced 384 kHz A/D & D/A converter clocked by Antelope’s renowned 64-bit technology and a flexible monitoring system that creates a technological synergy by combining the most prominent Antelope’s innovations. It provides mastering and mixing engineers an unprecedented level of productivity, sound quality and ease of use.

eclipse 384 features

64-BIT TRINITY-QUALITY CLOCKING

AD/DA powered by Antelope’s renowned 64-bit Acoustically Focused Clocking technology

192 / 384 KHZ

Eclipse 384 can provide sync reference for up to 4 different devices

FLEXIBLE MONITORING

Three sets of switchable monitor outs, additional monitor DAC, 2 HP amps

Meet the Eclipse 384

DESCRIPTION

RECOGNITION

First introduced during the AES summit in New York in 2011, the Eclipse was selected as “Best of Show” by ProSound Network. Later in 2011 the Eclipse was awarded “Gear of the Year” by Audio Media.

Thanks to your feedback and opinions, in 2012 the Eclipse 384 was nominated for PAR Excellence award.

Jonathan Davis(Korn) using Eclipse to create “Feel Alive”

2x 64-bit DSP Trinity-quality Master Clocks

Eclipse brings a more natural-sounding sample rate conversion

This unique dual-domain clocking system enables analog-based sample rate conversion. The integrated patching/routing capabilities make monitoring of either analog or digital sources extremely simple, avoiding jitter, distortion and cabling noise.

By eliminating the many input and output stages and the various power supplies, that would be present in separate devices, the noise floor can be substantially reduced and the audio quality significantly improved.

easy Monitor Controlling

Suited for every environment

The fully integrated monitor controller employs 0.05 dB accurate gold-plated relay attenuators and provides speaker switching, bass management and cue mix functions with integrated talkback.

STUDIO AND LIVE

Eclipse can reinvent not only your studio sound, but your live rig as well

Master clocks are becoming more and more popular for use with digital consoles and recording equipment at concerts and live events.

By using the Eclipse 384, a live sound engineer is able to provide sync reference for up to four different devices, while using the main D/A for backing material, the A/D with multiple digital outs feeding redundant recording systems, and monitor DAC to check the recording post A/D conversion.

eclipse changes everything

All you need in a device taking up just 2U space

The Eclipse also includes two dedicated headphone amplifiers and a custom USB interface, as well as two large peak meters on the front panel. The advanced software control panel compatible with both Mac & PC, allows five nameable presets for easy recall of favorite setups.

VIDEO TUTORIALS

Connectivity

Specifications

    • Analog Inputs

3 x Combo Balanced Analog Ins (XLR/TRS 1/4”)
2 x 1/4” TRS Balanced Insert points
1 x 1/4” TRS Balanced Talkback input
1 x 1/4” TRS Balanced Foot switch input

    • Digital Inputs

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

    • Word Clock Input

1 x Word Clock Input @ 75 Ohms 3Vpp on BNC 44.1 – 384kHz

    • Atomic Clock Input

1 x 10M Atomic Clock Input @ 75 Ohms 3Vpp on BNC 44.1 – 384kHz

    • Analog Outputs

2 x Balanced XLR Outputs from D/A Converter
3 x Balanced Outputs for monitors (1 x XLR and 2 x TRS)
1 x Balanced XLR LFE Out
2 x 1/4” TRS Cue Mix Headphones
2 x 1/4” TRS Front Headphones

    • Digital Outputs

2 x AES/EBU on XLR for the A/D Converter out (32kHz to 192kHz; 384kHz for dual wire when 384kHz is selected in the clock) @ 110 Ohms terminated
2 x De-jittered AES/EBU on XLR (32kHz to 192kHz; 384kHz for dual wire when 384kHz is selected in the clock) @ 110 Ohms terminated
1 x De-jittered S/PDIF on RCA (32kHz to 192kHz) @ 75 Ohms terminated
1 x De-jittered TOSLINK on optical fiber: up to 96kHz

    • Word Clock Outputs

4 x Word Clock Outputs @ 75 Ohms 3Vpp on BNC 44.1 – 384kHz square wave signal

    • USB I/O

USB 2.0 Hi-Speed; Data stream up to 480Mbits/384kHz, Type B

    • A/D Converter

Dynamic Range: 123dB
THD + N: 0.0004 %

    • D/A Converters

Dynamic Range: 129dB
THD + N: 0.0004 %

    • Clocking System

4th Generation Acoustically Focused Clocking
64-bit DDS
Oven Controlled Crystal Oscillator

    • Clock Stability

<+/-0.0 2 PPM, oven controlled at 64.5 °C

    • Fusion

T 2A L

    • 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, 352.8, 384

    • Clock Generators

2 Independent Clock Generators

    • Varispeed

+/-200 cents
+ 12.246 %
10.910 %

    • Operating Temperature

0-50°C, 32-122°F

    • Weight

8 kg, 17 lb Approx.

    • Dimensions (Approx)

482mm(W) x 89mm(H) x 203mm (D)
19”(W) x 3.5”(H) x 8”(D)

    • Power Supply

AC Universal input 95-245VAC

    • Power Consumption

40 Watts Max

Additional Info: Internet connection required for product activation.

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