Solid State Logic has launched the SSL 2 MkII and SSL 2+ MkII USB audio interfaces featuring dual high-performance mic/line preamps, Hi-Z instrument inputs, 192kHz/32-bit converters and pro-grade monitoring and headphone outputs.
Both interfaces feature significant audio performance enhancements across the board for individual singers, songwriters and media creators, while the SSL 2+ MkII additionally offers expanded I/O.
The interfaces are equipped with two high-performance SSL-designed microphone preamps, capable of 64dB gain and 116.5dB dynamic range. Each channel also features independently switchable high-pass filters to clean up rumble, and for condenser microphones and switchable +48V phantom power. The combi-XLR inputs double up as line-level inputs for keyboards, synths, samplers, drum machines or external processors like EQs and compressors. These feature a 117dB dynamic range and +24dBu maximum input level in keeping with line-level equipment.
On the front panel, both interfaces feature two dedicated auto-detect instrument (DI) inputs. These Hi-Z inputs, as found on SSL’s larger desk-top mixers, allow the user to record guitar, bass or anything with a high-impedance output.
The MkII interfaces offer professional-grade DC-coupled balanced outputs, with 120dB dynamic range. The SSL 2 MkII features two balanced outputs for connecting monitors, while the SSL 2+ MkII features a total of four balanced outputs for connecting monitors and additional line-level equipment
Both units have dual headphone outputs on the front panel that feature high-current NJM headphone amps. These are capable of driving any type of headphone and boast 119.5dB dynamic range for accurate monitoring in any environment. A Mix control on the front panel allows users to blend between the USB output (DAW) and input sources for zero-latency monitoring. For producers and content creators looking to collaborate, the SSL 2+ MkII headphone Outputs A and B feature independent level control and can also be fed from different DAW outputs for creating separate ‘artist’ and ‘producer’ headphone mixes.
The MkII series also includes the Legacy 4K Analogue Enhancement circuit, inspired by the SSL 4000 series console. These consoles helped create some of the most celebrated music in history and are renowned for imparting a ‘unique flavour’ to sounds and instruments that pass through them. SSL has developed a circuit that distils the two essential characteristics of the 4K sound into a single design, resulting in a sweet-sounding harmonic distortion and a ‘forward’ yet musical high-frequency EQ boost.
For electronic music producers and DJs, the SSL 2+ MkII includes Midi I/O to control keyboards, drum machines, trigger samplers and sequencers. SSL 2 MkII and SSL 2+ MkII’s DC-coupled outputs are capable of sending CV (control voltages) to compatible instruments and processors. Additionally, both interfaces feature Stereo Loopback.
The SSL 2 MkII and SSL 2+ MkII come bundled with the acclaimed SSL Production Pack, creating a complete hardware and software ‘SSL studio’ set-up. Featuring a selection of virtual instruments, plug-ins, samples and DAWs, including a three-month subscription to Complete Access Bundle and Harrison Mixbus 10 DAW.
Key Features:
- USB-C bus-powered audio interface compatible with Mac/PC.
- SSL 2 MkII 2 in/2out. SSL 2+ MkII 2-input/4-output.
- 192kHz/32-bit converters delivering 120dB dynamic range.
- Two SSL mic preamps with High Pass Filter, Line-input, and 48V phantom power.
- Two auto-detect instrument (DI) inputs.
- Professional high-current headphone outputs.
- Legacy 4K Analogue Enhancement Circuit.
- DC-coupled outputs suitable for sending CV to synths.
- Stereo loopback feature.
- SSL Production Pack software bundle.
The SSL 2 MkII is prices at £179.99 (ex.VAT)/US$229.99/€219.99 (plus tax), and the SSL 2+ MkII at £239.99 (ex.VAT)/US$299.99/€289.99 (plus tax).
More: www.solidstatelogic.com