Audio interfaces & recorders
SSL 18 USB Audio Interface
The Solid State Logic SSL 18 is a rackmount USB audio interface designed for recording and monitoring with a compatible computer. Eight SSL-designed analogue preamps provide the core recording inputs, with selectable Legacy 4K analogue enhancement. Its advertised 26-input, 28-output configuration also includes digital connections and should not be described as twenty-six analogue microphone inputs.
The digital section provides up to sixteen channels of ADAT input and output, plus stereo S/PDIF input and output. Available ADAT channel counts depend on the sample rate and connected equipment. Ten balanced analogue outputs support studio routing, and the configurable monitor control can be assigned to appropriate outputs through SSL 360 software.
SSL specifies next-generation 32-bit/192 kHz converters. Headphone monitoring, MIDI connections and stereo loopback add recording and production options. A dedicated talkback path features SSL’s Listen Mic Compressor; this does not mean that every microphone input has that compressor. External digital preamps, microphones, speakers and a computer are separate purchases. This interface is not a standalone multitrack recorder.
- Eight SSL-designed analogue preamps
- Legacy 4K analogue enhancement
- Up to sixteen ADAT channels plus stereo S/PDIF
- Ten balanced analogue outputs
- 32-bit/192 kHz converters and SSL 360 control
Handling and delivery: 2–5 days via DHL or FedEx. Free UK delivery.
- Manufacturer reference
- SSL 18
- EAN / GTIN
- 0878076002026
Technical specifications
- Analogue preamps
- 8
- Expanded configuration
- 26 inputs / 28 outputs; includes digital paths
- ADAT
- Up to 16 input/output channels; rate-dependent
- Analogue outputs
- 10 balanced
- Converters
- 32-bit / 192 kHz
