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SSL Fusion

SSL

Fusion

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 450167
Brand: SSL
Model: Fusion
Price: $1,769.90

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The SSL Fusion is a seriously cool box for adding glue and vibe to your stereo mixes. It's perfect for engineers and producers wanting that classic SSL sound without the console. The combination of saturation, EQ, and compression is a potent mix, especially for rock, electronic, and hip-hop productions.

Product Description

  • SSL Fusion
  • Analog Stereo Master Processor
  • Includes 6 new circuits for signal processing and tone colouring in one device
  • Vintage Drive: Saturation for harmonic overtones and subtle compression
  • Violet EQ: Newly developed 2-band equalizer (shelving characteristic) with 4 selectable frequencies per band and +/- 9 dB stroke
  • High Frequency Compressor: Frequency-selective compressor to round off the high-frequency range and control unwanted transients
  • Stereo Image: Analogue M / S matrix for stereo broadening
  • Transformer: Switchable SSL transformer for subtle emphasis on bass and treble
  • Listen Mic Compressor: powerful compression with lots of punch
  • ideal e.g. B. for drums
  • via dry / wet control also for parallel compression
  • Switchable insert
  • Input and output level controls
  • Switchable high-pass filter with 3 frequencies
  • Level meter
  • Bypass switch
  • 2 XLR inputs
  • 2 XLR outputs
  • Dimensions: 19" / 2 U
PROS
  • • SSL transformer imparts a genuine warmth and subtle harmonic richness
  • • Violet EQ offers precise tonal shaping with its shelving design
  • • Listen Mic Compressor delivers powerful parallel compression capabilities
  • • Robust build quality with premium components ensures longevity and reliability
CONS
  • • Limited routing options compared to modular processing chains
  • • Violet EQ’s shelving design can be less precise for drastic EQ changes
  • • The 'Fusion' effect can be overwhelming for pristine, transparent mixes

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Key Features

Type Stereo Analog Master Processor
Channels 2
Controls Input/Output Levels, Violet EQ Freq/Level, Listen Mic Compressor Ratio/Attack/Release/Dry/Wet, Stereo Image Width, Transformer On/Off
Connections Balanced XLR Inputs/Outputs, Switchable Insert Send/Return
Metering LED Metering for Input/Output Levels, PGM (Peak Hold) Meter
Weight 14.3 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's a shelving EQ, so it's great for broad tonal adjustments, but lacks the surgical precision of a parametric EQ for pinpoint frequency correction.
Absolutely; the dry/wet control allows for seamless blending and a very natural, impactful parallel compression effect, especially on drums or bass.
It's subtle, but it adds a pleasing warmth and a bit more low-end presence, reminiscent of classic SSL consoles – a nice finishing touch rather than a drastic change.

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