Item: Antelope Amari
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Antelope Amari｜Reference-Grade AD/DA Converter and Headphone Amplifier

A Reference-Grade AD/DA Converter Built for Mastering Engineers and Hi-Fi Enthusiasts

The Antelope Amari is a reference-grade AD/DA converter from Antelope Audio, featuring a unique 8xDAC architecture and 4th Generation 64-bit Acoustically Focused Clocking (AFC) technology. It boasts conversion precision up to 384kHz/24-bit and an astonishing dynamic range of 138dB. Designed for mastering engineers, audio archivists, and high-fidelity (Hi-Fi) enthusiasts who demand the ultimate in sound quality, it delivers unparalleled sonic detail and musicality.

Compared to traditional DAC designs, the Amari achieves unparalleled stereo imaging and detail retrieval through its stacked architecture of 4 CS43198 chips per channel. Its two built-in high-power headphone amplifiers not only offer independent volume control but also feature 17-step adjustable output impedance, ensuring perfect drive for any monitoring headphones on the market. It is the ultimate solution for professional mastering and critical listening, with its core Antelope clocking technology setting the industry standard for precision, further enhanced by 10M atomic clock input for increased stability.

Quick Facts Product Overview

Brand: Antelope Audio
Model: Amari
D/A Dynamic Range: 138 dB
A/D Dynamic Range: 128 dB
Max Sample Rate: 384kHz / 24-bit
Clocking Technology: 4th Generation 64-bit Acoustically Focused Clocking (AFC)
Headphone Output Impedance: -4.6 to 85.3 Ohm (17-step adjustable)
Applications: Mastering, High-Fidelity (Hi-Fi) Monitoring, Vinyl Digitization, Professional Studios, Audio Archiving/Restoration

Who is the Antelope Amari for?

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✅ 適合誰購買

Mastering engineers seeking ultimate sound quality and detail reproduction, requiring an absolutely reliable reference-grade conversion system.
High-fidelity (Hi-Fi) enthusiasts who want to drive various high-impedance headphones and achieve the best listening experience.
Archivists or musicians who need to digitize valuable analog sources (such as vinyl records) with the highest fidelity.

⚠️ 誰不適合購買

Beginner music producers whose budget and needs might be better suited for an all-in-one audio interface.
Users who only need basic monitoring functions and do not have stringent requirements for extreme conversion precision and clocking stability.
Musicians who primarily work in mobile environments and require portable or bus-powered equipment.

Antelope Amari Core Technologies and Features

384kHz/24-bit Reference-Grade Conversion: Equipped with audiophile-grade conversion chips, supporting PCM sample rates up to 384kHz, providing the highest standard of audio quality for mastering and high-resolution audio listening.
Exclusive 8xDAC Stacked Architecture: The D/A conversion section utilizes a unique parallel architecture of 4 CS43198 chips per channel, maximizing stereo imaging, expanding depth perception, and revealing the smallest musical details, achieving an astonishing 138dB dynamic range.
4th Generation 64-bit Acoustically Focused Clocking (AFC): Utilizes Antelope Audio's signature oven-controlled crystal oscillator and 64-bit jitter management algorithm, ensuring precise, musical conversion quality, and supports external 10M atomic clock synchronization.
Adjustable Impedance Dual Headphone Outputs: Equipped with two independent high-power stereo headphone outputs (XLR/TRS Combo), each with independent volume control, and offering 17-step output impedance adjustment from -4.6 to 85.3 Ohm, capable of perfectly matching any headphone's characteristics for optimal performance.
Dual-Amplifier Headphone Drive Design: The headphone outputs feature a dual-amplifier design with fully differential inputs. This architecture effectively eliminates potential temperature drift, providing clean and powerful differential signal quality.
Negative Impedance Drive Philosophy: The innovative negative impedance adjustment function allows users to fine-tune the sonic characteristics of their headphones, exploring a musical listening experience beyond traditional mathematical and digital definitions.
Comprehensive Connectivity Options: Offers various digital I/O including balanced XLR, unbalanced RCA analog inputs, as well as AES/EBU, S/PDIF, and TOSLINK, with bidirectional audio transmission to and from a computer via USB 3.1.

Reference-Grade AD/DA Conversion Core

A/D Conversion: Utilizes 2 AKM AK5778 conversion chips with fully differential inputs, featuring a Signal-to-Noise and Distortion Ratio (S/(N+D)) of 112 dB and a Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N) of 124 dB, achieving a wide dynamic range of 128dB.
D/A Conversion: Utilizes 8 Cirrus Logic CS43198 conversion chips (4 per channel), supporting 24-bit/384kHz PCM format, with a dynamic range up to 138dB, providing ultimate resolution and sonic purity.

High-Power Dual Headphone Output System

Independent Dual Outputs: Provides 2 stereo headphone outputs located on the front panel, utilizing XLR/TRS Combo jacks, each equipped with an independent volume control knob, with a maximum output power of 1.4 Watts.
17-Step Impedance Matching: Selectable output impedance range from -4.6 Ohm to 85.3 Ohm, with 17 discrete steps, allowing users to precisely match the impedance characteristics of different headphones.
Balanced Headphone Drive: Both headphone outputs can also be configured to drive a pair of fully balanced headphones, controlled by dedicated volume knobs, meeting the demands of high-end headphone enthusiasts.

4th Generation Acoustically Focused Clocking (AFC) Technology

64-bit Jitter Management: Utilizes Antelope Audio's renowned 64-bit Acoustically Focused Clocking technology, effectively suppressing jitter in digital audio, providing stable and precise clock signals.
Supported Sample Rates: Both AD and DA conversion fully support all standard sample rates including 32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz, 352.8kHz, and 384kHz.
External Clock Synchronization: Equipped with World Clock and 10M Atomic Clock inputs, allowing synchronization with external higher-precision clock generators (such as Antelope 10MX) for ultimate system clock stability.

Technical Specifications (Tech Specs)

Analog Inputs	1 x Stereo Pair, selectable Balanced Combo XLR (max +24dBu) or Unbalanced RCA (max +8.2dBu / 6dBv)
Analog Outputs	1 x Stereo Pair, selectable Balanced XLR (max +24dBu) or TRS (max +18dBu), with digital volume trim
Headphone Outputs	2 x Stereo Headphone Outputs (ComboXLR), independent volume control, max power 1.4W, selectable output impedance (-4.6 to 85.3 Ohm, 17 steps)
Digital Inputs	1 x AES/EBU (up to 192kHz) 1 x S/PDIF (up to 192kHz) 1 x TOSLINK (up to 96kHz)
Digital Outputs	1 x AES/EBU (up to 192kHz) 1 x S/PDIF (up to 192kHz) 1 x TOSLINK (up to 96kHz)
Computer Connectivity	1 x USB 3.1 Gen.1 (Type-B Connector), bidirectional transmission, supports up to 384kHz
Sync Inputs	1 x World Clock (BNC) 1 x Atomic 10M (BNC)
A/D Converter Chips	2 x AK5778
D/A Converter Chips	8 x CS43198
A/D Dynamic Range	128 dB
D/A Dynamic Range	138 dB
A/D Signal-to-Noise and Distortion Ratio	112 dB (S/(N+D))
Clocking Technology	4th Generation, 64-bit Acoustically Focused Clocking
Power Supply	External DC Power Supply (with locking nut)

Antelope Amari Pros and Cons

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Pros

Industry-leading 138dB D/A dynamic range, providing unparalleled audio resolution and purity.
Exclusive 8x DAC stacked architecture, significantly enhancing stereo image width and sound depth.
Built-in Antelope's signature 64-bit AFC clocking technology, with support for 10M atomic clock input for ultimate stability.
Dual independent headphone outputs with 17-step adjustable output impedance, capable of perfectly matching various professional headphones.

Notes to Know

Focuses on AD/DA conversion and headphone amplification; does not include microphone preamps or instrument input functions.
Requires connection to the included external DC power supply for operation, not USB bus-powered.
According to official statements, the current firmware does not yet support DSD over PCM playback.

Antelope Amari FAQ

Q：Can the Antelope Amari AD/DA converter be used as a USB audio interface?

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A：Yes. The Amari is equipped with a USB 3.1 bidirectional transmission interface, allowing it to be used as a high-quality 2-in/2-out audio interface to record analog signals to a computer at up to 384kHz/24-bit, or to play high-resolution audio from a computer.

Q：How does the Amari differ from other Antelope Synergy Core audio interfaces?

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A：The main difference lies in their positioning. The Amari focuses on delivering ultimate AD/DA conversion quality and headphone driving capabilities, making it suitable for mastering and audio monitoring. Synergy Core interfaces, on the other hand, feature built-in DSP chips for running numerous real-time effects and are equipped with microphone preamps, making them more suitable for recording and mixing workflows.

Q：I'm just a home studio user; do I need to buy such a high-end converter like the Antelope Amari?

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A：Not necessarily. The Amari is primarily aimed at mastering engineers and Hi-Fi enthusiasts who seek the pinnacle of sound quality. For general home recording and arrangement, integrated audio interfaces like Antelope's Zen or Discrete series might be more cost-effective and offer more comprehensive features.

Q：What is the practical use of Amari's adjustable headphone impedance?

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A：This feature allows the Amari to precisely match the electrical characteristics of your headphones. Correct impedance matching optimizes the headphone's frequency response and dynamic performance, ensuring you hear the most accurate and true sound, which is crucial for critical listening.

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