Antelope Audio Satori + R4S
Description
Antelope Audio Satori + R4S Monitoring Controller
The Satori delivers mastering-grade monitoring transparency in a compact 1U format, paired with the ergonomic R4S remote for complete control from the mix position. This TEC Award-winning system combines pristine analog circuitry with flexible digital control, making it equally at home in mastering suites, professional studios, and high-end project facilities. The included remote replicates all front panel functionality, allowing engineers to manage sources, outputs, and headphone feeds with tactile precision from anywhere in the room.
Audio Performance & Design
The Satori achieves 132 dB dynamic range and –127 dB THD+N through advanced analog circuit design and optimized power supply technology, ensuring that subtle nuances in your mix remain audible even at lower listening levels. Its innovative patent-pending relay attenuator architecture eliminates the popping and zippering artifacts common in mechanical switches while maintaining 0.05 dB stereo accuracy and stable left-right balance—critical for mastering-grade work.
Connectivity & Control
The system provides eight stereo inputs, four stereo outputs, a dedicated subwoofer output, and four independent headphone outs, with connector options spanning XLR, TRS, and D-Sub 25—unprecedented I/O density for a 1U controller. Control is handled through the front panel, desktop software (Windows and macOS), the included R4S remote with USB 2.0 Type-C connectivity, or a mobile app, allowing multiple users to adjust their own headphone levels while the engineer retains master monitoring control.
Key Features
- Dynamic range: 132 dB; THD+N: –127 dB
- 0.25 dB stepped attenuator with innovative relay technology for artifact-free volume control
- Four audiophile-grade independent headphone amplifiers, capable of driving both low and high impedance headphones
- Integrated analog summing mixer with four stereo channels and independent level controls
- Eight stereo line inputs and four stereo monitor outputs plus dedicated subwoofer output
- XLR, TRS, and D-Sub 25 connector options for maximum flexibility
- Built-in mic preamp in main unit plus onboard mic in R4S remote; assignable talkback sources for artist-engineer communication
- Compact 1U rack form factor: 483 mm W × 44 mm H × 220 mm D; main unit weighs approximately 2 kg
- R4S remote control with ergonomic knobs, tactile buttons, and color LCD; USB 2.0 Type-C connectivity; weighs approximately 0.71 kg
- Desktop software control panel for Windows and macOS, plus iOS and Android mobile app for remote monitoring management
- Four independent headphone outputs with per-output source assignment and independent volume control
- Passive attenuator signal path that fully preserves audio integrity while revealing subtle details
The Satori + R4S delivers uncompromising sonic transparency with the operational flexibility that professional studios demand. Its reputation among mastering engineers and discerning studios reflects a rare commitment to both reference-grade monitoring and real-world usability—making it a trusted choice for producers and engineers who demand absolute clarity in their monitoring chain.
More Information
| Condition | New |
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| Country of Manufacture | Bulgaria |
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At a Glance
The Antelope Audio Satori + R4S is a mastering-grade monitoring controller that delivers 132 dB dynamic range and artifact-free volume control in a compact 1U format, paired with an ergonomic remote for full control from the mix position. Built for engineers and producers who demand pristine, transparent monitoring with zero compromise on audio integrity, it handles eight stereo inputs, four monitor outputs, and four independent headphone feeds with XLR, TRS, and D-Sub connectivity. Choose this system for critical listening sessions where every detail matters—from home studios to professional mastering suites where neutral reference monitoring is non-negotiable.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Mastering
- ✓ Home Recording
- ✓ Professional monitoring
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Satori's volume control different from other monitoring systems?
The Satori uses a patent-pending relay attenuator architecture that eliminates the popping and zippering artifacts common in mechanical switches, while maintaining 0.05 dB stereo accuracy and stable left-right balance—critical for mastering-grade work where consistency is non-negotiable.
Can multiple people monitor independently during sessions?
Yes; the system includes four independent audiophile-grade headphone amplifiers with per-output source assignment and independent volume control, allowing band members, engineers, and artists to each adjust their own headphone levels while the main engineer retains master monitoring control.
What connectivity and I/O options are included?
The Satori provides eight stereo inputs, four stereo outputs, a dedicated subwoofer output, and four independent headphone outs, with connector options spanning XLR, TRS, and D-Sub 25—all in a compact 1U rack footprint (483 mm W × 44 mm H × 220 mm D).
How do I control the system remotely?
Control is available through the front panel, the included R4S remote with USB 2.0 Type-C connectivity, desktop software (Windows and macOS), or iOS and Android mobile apps, giving you flexibility to manage sources, outputs, and headphone feeds from anywhere in the room.
What are the key performance specifications?
The Satori achieves 132 dB dynamic range and –127 dB THD+N through advanced analog circuit design and optimized power supply technology, ensuring subtle nuances in your mix remain audible even at lower listening levels.