SSL UF8
DAW Controllers
$1,183€1,059Check ↗
Brand profile · UK, est. 1970s
SSL
Solid State Logic (SSL) is a legendary name in professional audio, synonymous with high-end consoles and signal processing. Originating in the 1970s, SSL rapidly became the industry standard for recording studios worldwide, shaping the sound of countless iconic albums. Today, they continue to innovate, offering a range of studio equipment, including 500-series modules, interfaces, and their renowned summing consoles.
SSL 4000 Series ConsolesSumming BusesAlpha-Veldin ProcessingLarge Format Consoles500 Series Modular Format
1970sfounded
UKcountry
34products in stock
$77–$3,049price range
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SSL UC1
DAW Controllers
$665€595Check ↗
SSL 500-Series 611 DYN
500 Series Components
$657€588Check ↗
SSL 500-Series 611 DYN
500 Series Components
$657€588Check ↗
SSL Revival 4000
Preamps
$1,637€1,465Check ↗
SSL UF1
DAW Controllers
$632€566Check ↗
SSL Connex
USB / Podcast Microphones
$77€69Check ↗
SSL Big SiX
Analogue Mixing Desks
$2,155€1,929Check ↗
SSL 1
USB Audio Interfaces
$178€159Check ↗
SSL BUS+
Compressors, Gates and De-essers
$2,066€1,849Check ↗
SSL SiX
Analogue Mixing Desks
$1,216€1,088Check ↗
SSL Fusion
Compressors, Gates and De-essers
$1,664€1,489Check ↗
SSL 18
USB Audio Interfaces
$1,000€895Check ↗
SSL 500-Series SiX Channel
500 Series Components
$368€329Check ↗
SSL Bus Compressor Classic
Compressors, Gates and De-essers
$1,675€1,499Check ↗
SSL Super 9000
Preamps
$1,619€1,449Check ↗
SSL 12
USB Audio Interfaces
$408€365Check ↗
SSL UF8 UC1 Control Bundle
DAW Controllers
$1,820€1,629Check ↗
SSL 500-Series VHD+ Preamp
500 Series Components
$692€619Check ↗
SSL UF8 Decksaver Bundle
DAW Controllers
$1,223€1,095Check ↗
SSL 2 MKII
USB Audio Interfaces
$239€214Check ↗
SSL 2+ MKII
USB Audio Interfaces
$330€295Check ↗
SSL UMD192
USB Audio Interfaces
$3,049€2,729Check ↗
SSL UC1 Decksaver Bundle
DAW Controllers
$703€629Check ↗
SSL Pure Drive Octo
Preamps
$2,066€1,849Check ↗
SSL Pure Drive Quad
Preamps
$1,100€985Check ↗
SSL Alpha 8
Digital Converters
$837€749Check ↗
SSL 500 B-Series Dynamic Module
500 Series Components
$625€559Check ↗
SSL 500-Series UltraViolet EQ
500 Series Components
$524€469Check ↗
SSL 500-Series Bus Comp. MKIII
500 Series Components
$1,105€989Check ↗
SSL X Logic DeltaLinkMadi OptiCoax
Digital Converters
$703€629Check ↗
SSL SiX Decksaver Bundle
Analogue Mixing Desks
$1,257€1,125Check ↗
SSL Big SiX Decksaver Bundle
Analogue Mixing Desks
$2,177€1,949Check ↗
SSL 12 Decksaver Bundle
USB Audio Interfaces
$452€405Check ↗
SSL, honestly
What SSL does well
- Exceptional build quality and reliability
- Unmatched sonic character and warmth
- Industry-leading preamps and processing
- Highly regarded for mixing and mastering
What to watch for
- Premium-priced, inaccessible for many home studios
- Can be complex to operate fully
- Larger equipment requires significant space
- Legacy products can have limited modern connectivity
Questions about SSL
Where are SSL instruments made?
While SSL's origins are in the UK, manufacturing is now distributed, with components sourced globally and final assembly taking place in multiple locations including Oxford, UK and elsewhere.
Are SSL consoles still used in professional studios?
Absolutely. While digital workflows are prevalent, many top studios maintain SSL consoles for their unique sonic signature and workflow benefits.
What is the significance of SSL's summing buses?
SSL summing buses are renowned for their ability to 'glue' a mix together, adding cohesion and a characteristic warmth that many engineers find essential for a polished, professional sound.