Building upon the success of the Solid State Logic SSL 2 and SSL 2+, the SSL 12 USB Audio Interface is a highly portable 12-in / 8-out, bus-powered interface that delivers all of the professional, studio-grade quality and legendary analog character one would expect from SSL in a compact form factor, ideal for content creators and producers on a tight budget. With pristine 32-bit / 192 kHz AD/DA conversion, you will capture every detail and nuance of your recorded sounds, while ADAT input and intuitive console-style software mixing allows the SSL 12 to be both a studio centerpiece and a portable production hub all at once.
Comprehensive I/O in a Small Desktop Footprint
Despite it's compact size, the SSL 12 is loaded with a huge amount of professional studio features normally reserved for high-end rackmount interfaces. For tracking, the ADAT connectivity together with onboard talkback mic and an incredibly powerful cue mixer (that allows you to create up to 4 independent near-zero-latency performer mixes) handle the most demanding recording sessions. For mixing, alternative monitor switching and assignable front-panel control-room functions put everything you need at your fingertips. For production, USB Loopback, MIDI I/O, and DC-coupled outputs for CV control of synths and FX equip you with a serious toolkit to keep the creativity flowing.
Four SSL-designed microphone preamps with unrivalled EIN performance and huge gain range for a USB-powered device
Four Neutrik combo XLR-1/4" mic/line inputs with +48V phantom power, selectable per input
Two Hi-Z instrument inputs for guitars, bass, or vintage instruments
Two professional-grade headphone outputs with switchable modes of operation for high-impedance or high-sensitivity headphones and up to four independent headphone mixes
Headphone outputs can be repurposed as additional balanced/unbalanced line-level outputs
Four dedicated, balanced 1/4" line outputs
USB-C for 12 x 8 digital tracking and bus power
ADAT input expands input channel count with 8 extra channels of digital audio
USB loopback, MIDI 5-pin DIN in and out, and DC-coupled 1/4" outputs for CV control of synths and FX
Comes with SSL Production Pack
Providing inspirational software from your favorite industry tools, the SSL 12 comes bundled with the SSL Production Pack, a unique collection of SSL and 3rd-party software packed with a selection of must-have virtual instruments, plug-ins, samples, and DAWs. Worth over $1000, this software pack will let your creativity shine and bring your productions to life.
3-months free access to SSL Complete subscription
3-months free access to Auto-Tune Unlimited subscription
3-months free access to Arcade subscription by Output
Perpetual plug-in licenses for SSL Vocalstrip 2 and Drumstrip plug-ins
IK Multimedia AmpliTube 5 SE
Celemony Melodyne essential
Native Instruments Hybrid Keys and Komplete Start
Ableton Live 11 Lite
AAS Session Bundle plug-ins
1.5 GB of samples from Loopcloud
| Channels of I/O |
Analog:
4 Inputs / 8 Outputs at 192 kHz
ADAT:
8 Inputs
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| Maximum Sampling Rate |
192 kHz / 32-Bit
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| Number of Microphone Inputs |
4 Preamps
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| Analog Audio I/O |
4 x Combo XLR-1/4" 3-Pin Balanced Mic/Line Input
2 x 1/4" TS Unbalanced Hi-Z Input (Front Panel)
4 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Output
2 x 1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Line/Headphone Output (Front Panel)
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| Digital Audio I/O |
1 x TOSLINK Optical ADAT Input
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| Host Connection |
1 x USB-C (on Interface)
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| OS Compatibility |
macOS 10.15 or Later
Windows 10
Windows 11
*As of December, 2022: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
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| Power Requirements |
USB Bus Power
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| Channels of I/O |
Analog:
4 Inputs / 8 Outputs at 192 kHz
ADAT:
8 Inputs
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| Built-In DSP |
None
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| Maximum Sampling Rate |
192 kHz / 32-Bit
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| Number of Microphone Inputs |
4 Preamps
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| Built-In Microphone |
None
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| Input Level Adjustment |
4 x Knob
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| Expansion Slots |
None
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Signal Processing
| Pad |
None
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| Gain/Trim Range |
Combo XLR-1/4" Mic Inputs:
62 dB (Mic Amp Gain)
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| High-Pass Filter |
None
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Connectivity
| Analog Audio I/O |
4 x Combo XLR-1/4" 3-Pin Balanced Mic/Line Input
2 x 1/4" TS Unbalanced Hi-Z Input (Front Panel)
4 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Output
2 x 1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Line/Headphone Output (Front Panel)
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| Phantom Power |
48 V, Selectable On/Off (Selectable on Individual Inputs)
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| Digital Audio I/O |
1 x TOSLINK Optical ADAT Input
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| Host Connection |
1 x USB-C (on Interface)
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| Host Connection Protocol |
USB 2.0
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| USB (Non-Host) |
None
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| Sync I/O |
None
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| Network I/O |
None
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| MIDI I/O |
1 x DIN 5-Pin Input
1 x DIN 5-Pin Output
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Performance
| Frequency Response |
20 Hz to 20 kHz
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| Maximum Input Level |
Combo XLR-1/4" Line Inputs:
+24 dBu
1/4" Hi-Z Inputs:
+14 dBu
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| Maximum Output Level |
1/4" Line Outputs:
+24 dBu
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| Impedance |
Mic Inputs:
1.2 Kilohms (Balanced, Mic Level)
Line Inputs:
15 Kilohms
Hi-Z Inputs:
1 Megohm
Main Outputs:
75 Ohms (Balanced)
Headphone Outputs:
< 1 Ohm
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| Dynamic Range |
Mic Inputs:
111 dBA
Line Inputs:
111.5 dBA
Hi-Z Inputs:
110.5 dB
1/4" Monitor Outputs:
> 120 dBA
1/4" Headphone Outputs:
> 112 dBA
108 dBA
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| THD+N |
Mic/Hi-Z Inputs:
0.0015% (-8 dBFS)
Line Inputs:
0.0005% (-1 dBFS at 1 kHz)
Monitor Outputs:
0.0005% (-1 dBFS at 1 kHz)
Headphone Outputs:
0.005% (Standard Mode, -1 dBFS at 1 kHz)
0.001% (High Sensitivity, -1 dBFS at 1 kHz)
0.001% (High Impedance, -1 dBFS at 1 kHz)
0.005% (Line Mode Balanced, -1 dBFS at 1 kHz)
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| EIN |
Combo XLR-1/4" Mic Inputs:
-130.5 dBu A-Weighted
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Digital Audio
| Sample Rates |
44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 / 176.4 / 192 kHz (AD/DA Conversion)
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| Sample Rate Conversion |
On ADAT I/O/All Inputs
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| Bit Depths |
32-Bit
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| Latency |
Zero-Latency Direct Monitoring
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| Sync Sources |
ADAT, Internal
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