Solid State Logic SSL 18 User Manual

SSL 18 User Guide
Introduction to SSL 18
26-in/28-out, high-performance USB audio interface
Introducing SSL 18, the head of state in Solid State Logic's celebrated line of USB audio interfaces. Building upon the success of SSL
2/2 MK II and SSL 12, SSL 18 raises expectations for 19" USB audio interfaces, with exemplary audio performance and a studio-
session-ready feature set that caters for engineers and producers who demand the highest possible standards for their music. Its
effortless integration with other professional equipment makes it the ultimate centrepiece for the serious project studio, whether you
are recording, producing or mixing. SSL 18 doesn't need flashy gimmicks— just that rock-solid, world-class SSL sound that we all
know and love.
Why Choose SSL 18?
Best-In-Class Audio Performance
Next generation 32-bit/192 kHz converters provide the platform for SSL 18's analogue design to shine, with unrivalled dynamic range
performance of 120 dB across all microphone, line-level and instrument inputs – capture your sources like never before. Then,
experience an incredible 125 dB dynamic range on the monitor and line outputs to hear your music with uncompromised fidelity. Need
to work on headphones? No problem, with the unbeatable 120 dB dynamic range on offer from the dual-headphone outputs.
The Ultimate Studio Hub
SSL 18 is the only product in its category that is designed to properly integrate with professional outboard gear, thanks to the +24 dBu
capable inputs and outputs. What's more, all analogue outputs are DC-coupled, making them ideal for sending control voltages to
synthesisers. A host of digital audio connections means that SSL 18 is ready to expand your I/O count whenever you are, with an
additional 16 channels via ADAT and a further 2 via S/PDIF.
19" Rack Personal SSL Recording Studio
SSL 18 has all the flexibility you'd expect from an SSL equipped studio: a dedicated talkback input with the famous LMC (listen mic
compressor), alternative speaker switching, flexible headphone outputs that can be reconfigured to work with any set of headphones
and the ability to re-purpose outputs 9 and 10 as analogue insert sends on inputs 1 and 2, perfect for tracking with analogue
processing in-line.
SSL 18 Mixer Powered by SSL 360°
The SSL 18's on-board low-latency mixer is controlled via SSL 360° – the place where you can dial in headphone mixes, adjust
metering preferences, customise the front panel buttons and much more. Think of it as your virtual SSL console environment, perfect
for managing busy sessions all from one place.
Engineered For Excellence
Designed by the same engineering team behind the esteemed range of analogue and digital mixing consoles, SSL's rich heritage and
know-how for multi-track audio is laced throughout the design. From the class-leading microphone preamps to the choice of industry-
grade components like Alps® pots and Neutrik® connectors, SSL 18 delivers the kind of quality you'd expect from a world-class
recording studio, directly to your own studio.
Features
• 26-in/28-out USB audio interface for Mac and Windows