Transform your studio recordings
with a single microphone
EDGE DUO
Capture multi-dimensional sound
The Edge Duo is a multi-pattern large dual-diaphragm condenser microphone, capable of 3-dimensional high-resolution sound recordings. This innovative device can transform its behavior, color, frequency and transient response into 18 different iconic microphones that are still used in some of the most sophisticated recording studios. Thanks to its dual-diaphragm design and unique Modeling Engine, the Edge Duo allows for real-time polar pattern alterations during recording and mixing.
Features
High-Resolution
Sound
Switchable
Polar Patterns
18 Different
Sounds
perfect for
any source
Compatible
with Any Preamp
Control in
the Mixing Stage
Sound Quality
Redefine your tone
with professional studio quality
The years of experience as a leader in pro audio allowed us to create one of the most capable and transparent microphones on the market today. Even before loading any emulations, the Edge Duo effortlessly delivers an intimately detailed presence that will push any track to the front of your mix.
The capsule is fitted with two of our signature 6-micron gold-sputtered membranes and the body is equipped with custom electronics for truly unparalleled sound performance and flexibility.
THD+N:
-116dB
FREQ. RESPONSE:
20HZ ~ 20KHZ
Microphone Emulations
18 iconic studio microphones
in one body
The Edge Duo comes with an extensive collection of 18 legendary microphones – a diverse collection assembled according to the top picks of many award-winning engineers and producers. The mic locker contains emulations of some of the most coveted and rarest microphones. Included are true classics of German and Austrian engineering as well as one of Britain’s most revered ribbon microphones.
Emulations
Modeling Engine
Embrace the future
of recording
What makes the Edge Duo such a unique recording tool is the Modeling Engine – а futuristic technology that brings a selection of timeless classics to your studio.
To develop it, we worked with several revered European facilities, making rigorous measurements and testing multiple exquisitely preserved vintage microphones, as well as modern high-end classics. The accuracy of our mic emulations keeps the frequency response and color of the originals in a complete 360° coverage. The dual-diaphragm design of the Edge Duo is what allows you to adjust the polar patterns of the emulations directly from the software in real-time.
Recording & Mixing
Enter a new era
for record-making
Select microphone model, polar pattern, and other settings both before and after tracking. The option to choose between the different microphone models can be a great asset to the performer during tracking while mixing engineers can benefit from trying out different models in post-production.
Although it works with any preamp, the modeling microphone excels when paired with our Synergy Core interfaces’ Discrete preamps. Processing by the onboard DSP acceleration, means you will be able to use the microphone emulations in real-time, with imperceptible latency and zero CPU load.
In use
Benefit from broad
application and compatibility
The Edge Duo is an all-purpose tool for studio professionals looking to record a variety of sources. It works with any preamp with 48V phantom power and its variable polar pickup pattern is ideal for room miking drums, recording backing vocals and any acoustic performance.
The microphone emulations are available in VST, AU and AAX plugin formats for all popular DAWs under both macOS and Windows, regardless of the audio interface being used. An iLok 2 or 3 USB dongle is required.
Perfect for
comparison table
Edge Family
| EDGE SOLO | EDGE DUO | EDGE QUADRO | EDGE GO | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAPSULE | Single capsule | Single capsule | Two large condenser capsules | Single capsule |
| DIAPHRAGM | Large condenser, single-sided 6u gold-sputtered membrane |
Large, double-sided 6u gold-sputtered membranes | Double-sided 6u-gold sputtered membranes | Double-sided 6u gold-sputtered membranes |
| POLAR PATTERN | Cardioid | Multi-pattern (cardioid, figure-8, omnidirectional) | Multi-pattern (cardioid, figure-8, omnidirectional, Blumlein, M/S, X/Y) XY-stereo – set both capsules to Cardioid, offset 90° Mid-side stereo – set the top capsule to Cardioid, and the bottom capsule to figure-8 Blumlein – Set both capsules to Figure-8, offset 90° |
Multi-pattern (cardioid, figure-8, omnidirectional) |
| NUMBER OF EMULATIONS | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 |
| REALTIME FX | N/A | N/A | N/A | 6 equalizers, 8 dynamic processors, 5 Preamps & Channel Strips, 3 special processors |
| FREQ. RESPONSE | 20HZ ~ 20kHZ | 20HZ ~ 20kHZ | 20HZ ~ 20kHZ | 20HZ ~ 20kHZ |
| OUTPUT CONNECTOR | 3-pin male XLR | 5-pin male XLR | 5-pin male XLR | USB Type-C (USB 2.0 compatible) |
| OUTPUT CHANNELS | Mono | 2 separate XLR output channels | 2 physical outputs each carrying 2 channels. A total of 4. |
Mono (Hardware) |
| HEADPHONE OUTPUT DAC | N/A | N/A | N/A | SNR 112 dB |
| HEADPHONE OUTPUT | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1/8” (3.5 mm) stereo jack |
| CONTOROL PANEL EMULATIONS | Tokyo 800T Berlin 47FT Berlin 47TU Berlin 49T Berlin 57 Berlin 67 Berlin 87 Berlin K86 Berlin M103 Berlin M251 Berlin V563 Vienna 12 Vienna 414 Vienna 112 Illinois 7B Minesota 20 Illinois 57 Hamburg 441 SEE ALL 18 SEE LESS |
Tokyo 800T Berlin 47FT Berlin 47TU Berlin 49T Berlin 57 Berlin 67 Berlin 87 Berlin K86 Berlin M103 Berlin M251 Berlin V563 Vienna 12 Vienna 414 Berlin / Halske M25 Illinois 7B Minesota 20 Sacramento 121R Oxford 4038 SEE ALL 18 SEE LESS |
Tokyo 800T Berlin 47FT Berlin 47TU Berlin 49T Berlin 57 Berlin 67 Berlin 87 Berlin K86 Berlin M103 Berlin M251 Berlin V563 Vienna 12 Vienna 414 Berlin / Halske M25 Illinois 7B Minesota 20 Sacramento 121R Oxford 4038 SEE ALL 18 SEE LESS |
Tokyo 800T Berlin 47FT Berlin 47TU Berlin 49T Berlin 57 Berlin 67 Berlin 87 Berlin K86 Berlin M103 Berlin M251 Berlin V563 Vienna 12 Vienna 414 Berlin / Halske M25 Illinois 7B Minesota 20 Sacramento 121R Oxford 4038 SEE ALL 18 SEE LESS |
| EFFECTS | N/A | N/A | N/A | Bae-1073MP (Mic / Line Preamp) STAY-LEVIN (Vari-Mu Tube Compressor) A-TUNNER (Guitar Tunner) POWERGATE (Noise Gate) POWEREX (Expander) VEQ-HLF (Tube 2-Band HPF / LPF) VEQ-1A (2-Band Tube EQ) VEQ-4K BLACK (4-Band EQ / HPF / LPF) MASTER DE-ESSER (De-Esser) AURAVERB (Reverb) REEL-TO-REEL (Tape Saturation) BA-31 (Germanium Mic Preamp) RD47 (Tube Mic Preamp) VPA76 (Tube Mic Preamp) GYRAF GYRATEC IX (Dual Tube Mic Preamp with HPF) BA-6A (Tube Compressor / Limiting Amplifier) LIVERPOOL (Vari-Mu Tube Compressor) ALT-436C (Vari-Mu Tube Compressor Amplifier) VCA160 (VCA Compressor / Limiter) FET-A76 (FET Compressor / Limiting Amplifier) LANG-PEQ2 (Parametric EQ) VEQ-55A (3-Band EQ / HPF / LPF) BAE-1073 (3-Band EQ / HPF) SEE ALL 24 SEE LESS |
