Antelope Goliath HD | Gen 3
64 channels of audio now via HDX & USB 3.0
Goliath HD is a 64-Channel interface that can be used with Pro Tools HD or Native DAWs via second generation ThunderboltTM, USB 3.0 or via 2 MADI connections, which are compatible with MADI to Dante Bridge products. Coming with extensive I/O options, featuring 16 Accusonic mic preamps with individual volume controls, 32 analog ins with 124dB of Dynamic Range, 32 analog outs with 129dB of Dynamic Range, plus mastering grade monitor outputs, featuring new technology that boosts dynamic range to a spectacular 132dB.
Goliath HD comes with 8 instrument inputs, 2 transformer re-amp outs, integrated Talkback mic, 2 headphone outs and a pair of analog inserts. And if this wasn’t enough, the descendant of the mighty Goliath offers also AES, MADI, ADAT and S/PDIF connectivity.
16 MIC PRES
16 Class-A Mic preamps. Hi-Z, Mic & Line ins with DMR of 124 dB
64 CHANNELS I/O
Simultaneous streaming of 24-bit, 192 kHz audio via HDX or USB 3.0 and MADI (to Dante Bridge), ADAT, S/PDIF and DB25
SUPREME AD/DA & CLOCKING
Latest generation of ESS powered audiophile grade conversion, paired with Antelope’s 64-bit Acoustically Focused Clocking technology with BNC Word Clock I/O plus the Antelope Audio 10M Atomic Input
MASSIVE FPGA
Proprietary FPGA for authentic modeling of vintage EQs, Compressors, Guitar Amps & Cabs; maintaining multiple mixers and zero latency real-time FX processing
MASTERING GRADE MONITORING
Goliath HD offers high-end monitor outputs, with dynamic range boosted to 132dB
SOFTWARE CONTROL
Touchscreen, enhanced front panel, user friendly routing, mixing and real-time effects processing via OS X & Windows compatible panel and mobile apps
Explore a growing library of legendary studio gear when tracking, mixing and mastering
FPGA offers a whole new level of real time performance and sonic excellence. The platform is taking advantage of real hardware circuitry and component modeling, allowing engineers to track a vocalist with a zero latency headphone mix, including reverb; record a guitar part with proper feel & tone, using onboard amp and cabinet FX. Capturing a full drum kit is also brought to another level with up to 16 mics using the industry’s best new Microphone and Mic Preamp technology, all in realtime.
Revolutionize your Pro Tools HD workflow
With Antelope’s proprietary HDX Delay Compensation, any analog or digital input can arrive in Pro Tools HD sample accurately in the timeline. No other interface on the market offer this level of perfect integration for digital sources to Pro Tools HD software.
The Antelope Audio Real-time FX, zero latency independent software mixers and routing matrix with two alternative views are the perfect compliment to Pro Tools HD studios, which have come to expect maximum power at their disposal. Goliath HD, however, is compatible with any DAW on the market making the device the heart and soul of the highest tier audio facilities around the world. Our newly introduced full Session Presets are the perfect match for the complex and large-scale setups and projects Goliath HD was designed to handle.
Work on complex projects and multiple DAWs with Goliath HD
By offering both HD and USB 3.0 modes, engineers can now accommodate producers and their laptop projects and integrate them into their existing HD setups by easily switching between HD and our low latency Thunderbolt™ Gen2 and new USB 3.0 modes.
Goliath HD guarantees quiet operation even in the most demanding control rooms. Don’t be surprised if soon expensive machine rooms become a thing of the past.
ANALOG
Analog Inputs
• 2 × DB25 (16 channels total)
• 16 × Mic / Line on XLR combos
• 4 × Hi-Z 1/4″” TRS
Analog Inserts
2 × Inserts on 1/4″ TRS (dedicated for inputs 1, 2)
Analog Outputs
• 4 × DB25 (32 channels total)
• 1 × Stereo pair of Monitor outs on 1/4″” TRS
• 2 × Stereo Headphone outs on 1/4″” TRS
• 2 × ReAmp outs on 1/4” TRS
D/A Monitor Converter
Dynamic Range: 132dB
THD + N: -108dB
A/D Converter
Dynamic Range: 124 dB
THD + N: -112 dB
D/A Converters
Dynamic Range: 129 dB
THD + N: -120 dB
Mic Preamp
Gain: 0,10 – 65 dB
THD + N: -112 dB
DIGITAL
Digital Inputs
• 2 × ADAT (up to 16 channels)
• 1 × S/PDIF
• 1 × AES/EBU (8 channels)
• 2 × MADI
Digital Outputs
• 2 × ADAT (up to 16 channels)
• 1 × S/PDIF
• 1 × AES/EBU
• 2 x MADI
USB I/O
USB 3.0 Super-Speed, Type B connector
Thunderbolt™ I/O
1 x Thunderbolt™ Gen2
HDX
2 x mini HDX connectors for direct Pro Tools connection, 32 Channels I/O each (total of 64 channels)
CLOCKING
Word Clock Input
1 x Input @ 75 Ohms 3Vpp on BNC
Atomic Clock Input
1 x 10M Input @ 75 Ohms 1Vpp on BNC
Word Clock Outputs
2 x Outputs @ 75 Ohms 3Vpp on BNC
Clocking System
• 4th Generation Acoustically Focused Clocking
• 64-bit DDS
• Oven Controlled Crystal Oscillator
Clock Stability
<+/-0.02 ppm, oven controlled at 64.5ºC/ 148.1ºF
Clock Aging
< 1 ppm per year
Clock Calibration
< +/-0.001 ppm
Sample Rates (kHz)
32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192
OTHER
Operating Temperature
0-50°C, 32-122°F
Weight
6.8 kg/ 15 lbs (approx )
Dimensions (approx)
• Width: 483 mm / 19”
• Height: 81 mm / 3.2”
• Depth: 279 mm / 11”
Electrical specs
AC Universal input: ~95-245 V
Power Consumption: 50 Watts Max
In the box
• Goliath – ThunderboltTM and USB AD/DA Interface
• Owner’s Manual
• Warranty Card
• 1 AEC Power cable
• 1 USB cable
System requirements
WINDOWS
OS: Windows 7/8/8.1/10
Disk Space: Minimum 512 MB available disk space
USB: 1x USB 3.0 Port
Required USB bandwidth: 80%-90%
CPU: Intel or AMD equivalent CPU with at least 2GHz operating frequency
Memory (RAM): 4GB Minimum (8GB or more Recommended)
MAC
OS X: 10.9/10.10/10.11/10.12 (Sierra Recommended)
Disk Space: Minimum 512 MB available disk space
USB: 1x USB 3.0 Port
Thunderbolt: 1x Thunderbolt/USB-C Port
Memory(RAM): 4GB Minimum (8GB or more recommended)
CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo (Minimum) Intel Core i3 ™ or higher (Recommended)