Solid State Logic SSL 18 USB Audio Interface

The SSL 18 represents the flagship of Solid State Logic’s acclaimed range of USB audio interfaces. As you would expect from the industry leader, it’s driven by cutting-edge technology to deliver world-class sound and packed with features to supercharge your workflow. Compatible with macOS and Windows, SSL 18 integrates seamlessly with your DAW and other professional equipment, making it the ultimate hub for recording, mixing, and mastering in your project studio. This high-performance, 26 x 28 USB-C audio interface boasts SSL’s pristine microphone preamps with a healthy 67dB of gain on tap to accommodate every microphone in your locker even low-output passive ribbon mics. SSL 18’s smart feature set includes eight microphone/line-level inputs, next-gen 32-bit converters, an advanced digital mixer, Legacy 4K analog enhancement, and a robust set of digital I/O. For artists, engineers, and producers seeking class-leading performance and value in a rackmount USB audio interface, the quest is over. The Solid State Logic SSL 18 clearly leads the pack.

FEATURES

• High-performance 26 x 28 USB-C audio interface for macOS and Windows
  
• Class-leading audio performance
  
• 8 microphone/line-level inputs
  
• Pristine microphone preamps with outstanding -130.5dBu EIN and 67dB of gain range for working with any mic
  
• 4K analog enhancement, polarity invert, highpass filters, and 48V phantom power per channel
  
• Configurable analog insert points for inputs 1 and 2, ideal for tracking with analog gear
  
• Inputs 1 and 2 switchable to instrument-level
  
• Line inputs bypass preamp stage
  
• 10 DC-coupled, balanced line-outputs
  
• Alternative speaker switching available for pairs 1-2 and 3-4
  
• +9dBu/+24dBu output level configuration options for pairs 1-2 and 3-4 to match your monitors
  
• DC-coupled outputs are perfect for sending CV to synthesizers and modular rigs
  
• 2 powerful independent headphone outputs with dedicated level controls
  
• 3 headphone mode options to suit different impedances: Standard, High Sensitivity, High Impedance
  
• Supports custom headphone mixes
  
• Dedicated Talkback input with Listen Mic Compressor (LMC)
  
• Talkback input can also be used in Line mode for processing of stems through the LMC
  
• 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 3.5mm TRS jacks
  
• Flexible clocking: internal (clock signal available on word clock output), or clock from incoming ADAT or S/PDIF
  
• Next-generation 32-bit/192kHz converters
• Best-in class 120dB dynamic range across all inputs and headphone outputs
  
• Best-in class 125dB output dynamic range on monitor and line outputs
  
• SSL 18 low-latency Mixer powered by SSL 360
  
• Comprehensive management of all inputs and outputs with the SSL 18 low-latency Mixer
• Create and manage the control room monitor mix
  
• Create 4 custom monitor mixes with ease: HP A (stereo), HP B (stereo), Line 3-4 (stereo or dual mono)
  
• Flexible Mirror Routing system routs any input or aux master directly to an output
  
• Customize the front-panel monitoring section buttons to accommodate your workflow

SPECIFICATIONS 

• System requirements and Specs
  - Mac OS 13 or later | Class-Compliant, Plug-and-play
  - Windows 10, Windows 11 | Install included ASIO/WDM driver
  
  
• Connectivity
  - USB 2.0 Type C Connector (Box includes Type C to C and Type C to A)
  
  
• Mic Preamps
  - 8 x XLR-¼" combo (Mic/Line) 
  - Mic Amp EIN (A-weighted) : -130.5 dBu
  - Mic Amp Gain: 67 dB
  
  
• Instrument/Line
  - 2 x ¼" (Hi-Z)
  - Max Instrument Input Level: +15 dBu
  - Max Line Input Level: +24 dBu
  - Dynamic Range (A-weighted) 120 dB typical
  - Line Level THD+N: -106 dB
  - *Specs (Measured to AES17 Standards)
  
  

• Line Outputs 
  - Dynamic Range: 125 dB​
  - Max Output Level: +24 dBu​

• Headphone Outputs
  - 2 x ¼" Ouputs 
  - Dynamic Range: 120 dB
  - Max Output: +18 dBu (High Impedance Mode) / 24 dBu (Balanced Line Output Mode)
  - Output Impedance: <1 Ω