Solid State Logic SSL2+ USB Audio Interface
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Compact and competitively priced, the Solid State Logic SSL 2+ desktop 2×4 USB audio/MIDI interface puts legendary SSL analog character, pristine conversion, and intuitive console-style workflow within reach for producers, home recordists, musicians, and songwriters on a tight budget.
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Description
Its two SSL-designed mic preamps—accessible via XLR-1/4″ combo inputs—feature class-leading gain, headroom, and noise specs for tracking mics, electric instruments, or line-level signals with ultraclean definition. When you want some character added on an input, simply press that channel’s Legacy 4K button to add a high-frequency boost and sweet harmonic distortion, both inspired by the classic and heralded 4000-Series consoles used on countless hit records.
Both input channels, which are arranged vertically like a large-format mixing board, also provide 5-segment LED metering and selectable 48V phantom power per channel. The SSL 2+ is equipped with a pair of monitor outputs and two independent high-current headphone outs with high dynamic range, independent level control via Alps pots, and a selectable mono/stereo monitor mix.
Additionally, it features four unbalanced RCA outputs—two mirror the 1/4″ monitor outs and two serve outputs 3-4—for routing to external cue amps or effects units. Utilize the rear-panel MIDI I/O ports for hooking up external synths and keyboard controllers without having to integrate a separate MIDI interface.
The layout of the interface harkens back to SSL’s classic large-format analog consoles, featuring a prominent monitor level knob and smaller controls for your headphone out and monitor mix. The monitor mix knob can be used to counter any latency while recording at high buffer rates in your DAW by sourcing the monitor signal directly from the input path. Or rotate the knob to the right to introduce more of the USB return from your computer for easy overdubs.
Bundled with the SSL 2+ is the SSL Production Pack, an inspiring collection of software, sounds, and plug-ins that’ll not only help you get started, but also keep your work fresh track after track. Included are 1.5GB of loops and samples from Loopcloud, over 2000 sounds from Native Instruments, two DAWs (Pro Tools | First and Ableton Live Lite), and SSL’s own Vocalstrip 2 and Drumstrip plug-ins.
High-Gain Microphone Preamps
Console-Style Channels Strips
Analog Tone Enhancement
Dual Headphone Outs and Monitor Outputs
Presented on the rear panel of the SSL 2+ are 1/4″ jacks for the stereo monitor outs and the dual high-current NJM headphone amp outputs. Separate high-quality pots are provided for independent volume control of your speakers and two sets of cans. The second headphone output can be sourced from the main mix or from outputs 3-4, making it ideal for creating different cue mixes for multiple artists.
Also, there are four unbalanced RCA outputs—two mirror the 1/4″ monitor outs and two serve outputs 3-4—for routing to external cue amps or effects units.
Pristine Converters
MIDI I/O
High-Quality Components
USB Type-C or Type-A Host Connection
SSL Production Pack includes:
- DAWs: Pro Tools | First (plus an exclusive collection of 23 plug-ins) and Ableton Live Lite
- Virtual Instruments: Native Instruments Hybrid Keys and Komplete Start
- Plug-Ins: Vocalstrip 2 and Drumstrip, plus a 6-month trial of all SSL Native plug-ins
- Samples and Loops: 1.5GB of curated content from Loopcloud
Specifications
Form Factor | Tabletop |
Display | 2 x Multi-Segment LED Meter |
Channels of I/O | Analog: 2 Inputs / 4 Outputs at 192 kHz |
Max Sample Rate/Resolution | 192 kHz / 24-Bit |
Number of Mic Preamps | 2 |
Input Level Adjustment | 2 x Knob |
Solo/Mute | None |
Pad | None |
High-Pass Filter | None |
Expansion Slots | None |
Analog Audio I/O | 2 x Combo XLR-1/4″ TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line/Hi-Z Input 2 x 1/4″ TRS Balanced Monitor Output 4 x RCA TS Unbalanced Line Output 2 x 1/4″ TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output |
Phantom Power | +48 V, Selectable On/Off (Selectable on Individual Inputs) |
Digital Audio I/O | None |
Host Connection / USB | 1 x USB Type-C (USB 2.0) |
USB (Non-Host) | None |
Sync I/O | None |
Network I/O | None |
MIDI I/O | 1 x DIN 5-Pin Input 1 x DIN 5-Pin Output |
Wireless Connectivity | None |
Memory Card Slot | None |
Frequency Response | Line, Hi-Z Inputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.05 dB Mic Inputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.1 dB Line, Headphone, Monitor Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.05 dB |
Gain/Trim Range | Mic/Line/Hi-Z Inputs: Up to 62 dB |
Max Input Level | Mic Inputs: +5.5 dBu Line Inputs: +24 dBu Hi-Z Inputs: +15 dBu |
Max Output Level | 1/4″ Monitor Outputs: +12.5 dBu RCA Line Outputs: +6.5 dBu Headphone Outputs: +10 dBu |
Impedance | Mic Inputs: 1.2 Kilohms Line Inputs: 10 Kilohms Hi-Z Inputs: 1 Megohm Monitor Outputs: 1 Ohm RCA Line Outputs: < 1 Ohm Headphone Outputs: 10 Ohms |
Dynamic Range | Mic/Line/Hi-Z Inputs: 110.5 dB (A-Weighted) Monitor Outputs: 112 dB (A-Weighted) RCA Line Outputs: 110 dB Headphone Outputs: 111 dB (A-Weighted) |
THD+N | Mic/Line/Hi-Z Inputs: < 0.005% (at -1 dBFS) Monitor Outputs: < 0.002% (at -1 dBFS) RCA Line Outputs: < 0.0025% (at -1 dBFS) Headphone Outputs: < 0.002% (at -1 dBFS) |
EIN | Mic Inputs: -130.5 dBu A-Weighted (150-Ohm Source) |
Sample Rates | Up to 192 kHz |
Sample Rate Conversion | None |
Bit Depths | Up to 24-Bit |
Latency | < 1 ms at 48 kHz (Input to Output) |
Sync Sources | Internal |
OS Compatibility | macOS 10.11 / 10.12 / 10.13 / 10.14 / 10.15 Windows 8.1 / 10 |
Included Software | Ableton Live Lite Pro Tools First |
Compatible Software (Not Included) | Any Core Audio (Mac) Compliant Software |
Supported Drivers/API & Plug-Ins | macOS Class-Compliant (No Driver Needed) ASIO |
Mobile Device Compatibility | None |
Required Hardware | Available USB 2.0 Port USB Cable (Included) |
Internet Connection | Required for Registration, Software/Driver Download |
Power Requirements | USB Bus Power |
Features
- Legendary SSL sound for your home or portable studio
- 2 class-leading microphone preamps
- Pristine 24-bit/192kHz AKM converters
- Solid build quality, with heavy-duty chassis, Neutrik connectors, and Alps pots
- Intuitive front panel design with easy-to-read meters
- High-output headphone amp for accurate monitoring
- 4K Legacy mode imparts 4000 series analog console sound
- Bundled with Pro Tools First, Bomb Factory plug-ins, Ableton Live Lite, Hybrid Keys, and Komplete Start
- SSL Native software bundle with Vocalstrip 2 and Drumstrip
- Includes 1.5GB of samples from Loopcloud
- 4 line outputs, 2 front/back panel headphone outputs, and MIDI I/O
- Switch between two separate mixes on Headphone B output