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Solid State Logic SSL 18 USB-C Audio Interface & Alpha 8 Expander Package
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A premium, studio-centric USB audio interface with SSL's iconic sound.
Elevate your studio recordings with the SSL 18 USB-C audio interface and Alpha 8 expander package from Solid State Logic. This premium interface bundle delivers the iconic SSL sound and uncompromising audio quality to your home or project studio. With next-generation 32-bit/192kHz converters, you'll capture every nuance of your sources with a staggering 120dB dynamic range across all inputs and outputs.
Exceptional Sonic Purity From SSL-Designed mic Preamps
The SSL 18 features eight of SSL's renowned mic preamps, engineered to deliver ultralow noise and distortion while preserving the natural character of your microphones. You can even inject the iconic warmth and saturation of SSL's legendary 4000 series consoles using the Legacy 4K Analog Enhancement mode. Whether tracking vocals, drums, guitars or any other acoustic sources, you'll experience the same stunning clarity and presence that top engineers trust.
Flexible Signal Routing
With ten balanced line outputs, the SSL 18 effortlessly integrates into your studio setup. Configure the outputs for optimal levels when connecting to monitors, outboard gear and vintage equipment. All outputs are DC-coupled, enabling you to send control voltages directly to modular synthesizers and rigs. Dedicated main and alt speaker switching streamlines your monitoring workflow. Plus, the included Alpha 8 Expander lets you expand your I/O count via ADAT, S/PDIF and even use it as an 18-in/18-out USB interface.
Powerful Mixing and Monitoring Tools Powered by SSL 360
Take command of your sessions with the SSL 360 software mixer. Craft detailed monitor mixes with scalable metering, flexible mirror routing for outboard processing and storage for custom templates. You'll also have dual independent headphone outputs with custom headphone modes, perfect for collaborative tracking sessions or critical mixing on reference cans.
Unlock Your Creativity With the Bundled SSL Production Pack
To fuel your productions, the SSL 18 & Alpha 8 bundle includes the SSL Production Pack—a powerful software suite with virtual instruments, effects, samples and even a DAW. With top-tier tools from SSL and partner brands, you'll have everything you need to bring your ideas to life with stunning quality.
Features
SSL18 USB-C Audio Interface- 26-in/28-out USB-C audio interface for Mac and Windows
- 8 microphone/line-level inputs
- 4K analog enhancement, Polarity Invert, High-Pass Filters, and 48V phantom power per channel
- Configurable analogue insert points for inputs 1 and 2, ideal for tracking with analogue gear
- Inputs 1 and 2 are switchable to instrument-level
- Line inputs bypass preamps, allowing integration of external preamps
- 10 balanced line outputs
- Alternative speaker switching
- Configurable output levels: +9 dBu /+24 dBu for pairs 1&2 and 3&4 to match monitors
- DC-coupled outputs capable of sending control voltages to synthesizers and modular rigs
- Two independent, powerful headphone outputs with dedicated level controls
- Three mode options: Standard, High Sensitivity, High Impedance
- Create custom headphone mixes
- Repurpose as line outputs
- Dedicated Talkback input with Listen Mic Compressor (LMC)
- Talkback input can be used in LINE mode for creative processing of stems through the LMC during production and mixing
- Operating Level
- +24dBu operating level for inputs and outputs, suitable for integrating professional outboard gear
- 16 channels of ADAT I/O at 44.1/48kHz, 8 channels at 96kHz
- 2 channels of S/PDIF (coaxial or optical)
- MIDI I/O on 3.5 mm TRS jacks
- Flexible clocking options, including internal (with clock signal available on Word clock output) or clock from incoming ADAT or S/PDIF
- Next-generation 32-bit/192kHz converters
- Best-in-class low-noise microphone preamps with –130.5dBu EIN and 67dB gain range
- 120dB dynamic range across all inputs and headphone outputs
- 125dB dynamic range on monitor and line outputs
- SSL 18 Low-Latency Mixer powered by SSL 360
- Manage all inputs and outputs with the SSL 18 low-latency mixer
- Create a control room mix and four custom monitor mixes with ease (HP A, HP B, LINE 3-4 stereo or dual mono)
- Flexible Mirror Routing system for feeding personal monitoring systems, external metering and outboard FX
- Customize the monitoring section front panel buttons for your workflow
- Save/Load SSL 18 Mixer profiles for various workflows, including tracking and mixing templates
- Stereo Loopback with selectable loopback source
- SSL Production Pack Software included (value over $1,400)
Order the SSL USB-C audio interface and expander package today.
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