The Antelope Edge Quadro is a stereo large-diaphragm condenser microphone offering versatile configurability and flexible software processing for accurate sonic reproduction of vocals and instruments. With two 1.3" dual-membrane capsules—each capable of cardioid, figure-8, omnidirectional, or variant polar patterns—in a stacked setup, it can be used for mono or multiple stereo configurations. Thanks to a rotatable top head with degree marks, X/Y and Mid-Side positioning are easily and precisely achieved.
 
Dual XLR 5-pin outputs split to four independent XLR 3-pin channels via the supplied 16.4' oxygen-free copper XLR Y-cables, allowing independent level adjustment and effects processing for each membrane. Using Antelope's AFX plug-ins or their FPGA-equipped audio interfaces, per-head microphone emulation and polar pattern manipulation are provided along with a straightforward and informative GUI.
 
The extensive library of mic emulations boasts models of sought-after tube and solid-state condensers, as well as popular ribbon mics. All models are optimized for the Edge Quadro's low resonance and full 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response. The capsules are operated via 48 VDC phantom power; no bulky external power supply is required. The Edge Quadro includes a custom shockmount and a custom wooden case.
 
The Features
- Large-diaphragm condenser capsules
- Double-sided, 6-micron, gold-sputtered 34mm membranes
- Audio signal splits into four independent XLR output channels for optimum control and re-miking
- Switchable cardioid, figure-8, and omnidirectional polar patterns
- Individual mic emulation and polar pattern selection for each head
- Infinite top head rotation for maximum flexibility
- Low-reflection, symmetrical top and bottom heads
- Includes a custom shockmount, two oxygen-free copper Y-cables, and a custom handmade wooden case
 
Flexible Configurability
- X/Y Setup: Set both capsules to cardioid, then offset the heads by 90°
- Mid-Side Setup: Set the top capsule to cardioid, and the bottom capsule to figure-8
- Blumlein Setup: Set both capsules to figure-8, then offset the heads by 90°
 
Emulations Included
- Berlin 47 FT
- Berlin 49T
- Berlin 57
- Berlin 87
- Berlin 67
- Berlin M103
- Vienna 12
- Vienna 414
- Tokyo 800T
- Oxford 4038
- Sacramento 121R
 
System Requirements for AFX Plug-Ins
- Mac OS X 10.11
- macOS 10.12 or later
- Intel Core 2 Duo minimum, Core i3, i5, i7, or Xeon recommended
- 4 GB RAM minimum, 8 GB RAM recommended
- Host software that supports AAX Native, Audio Units, or VST formats
- Internet connection for product activation
- iLok 2 or iLok 3 USB license key
- Windows 10
- Intel Core 2 Duo minimum, Core i3, i5, i7, or Xeon recommended
- 4 GB RAM minimum, 8 GB RAM recommended
- Host software that supports AAX Native or VST formats
- Internet connection for product activation
- iLok USB license key