Solid State Logic SSL 12 – A New Class of USB Audio Interface

SSL 12 is a 12-in/8-out USB-C powered audio interface delivering studio-quality sound to and from your computer, designed to maximize creativity and workflow. Building on the success of the SSL 2 and SSL 2+, the SSL 12 offers more: more I/O, greater performance, and enhanced versatility. Fully integrated with the SSL 360° software suite, it becomes your SSL control room, allowing you to configure monitor outputs, create multiple headphone mixes, assign user buttons, and much more. With SSL 12, you can bring the workflow of world-class studios into your home setup.

Class-Leading Mic Preamps

The interface features 4 premium SSL-designed mic preamps, delivering exceptional detail and ultra-low noise performance (-130 dBu EIN) with up to 62 dB of gain. A two-stage design, combining carefully selected low-noise transistors with precision ICs, ensures crystal-clear sound capture. Each preamp includes the Legacy 4K switch, adding an analog-style boost and harmonics inspired by the iconic SSL 4000 series consoles.

+24 dBu Headroom

Unlike many bus-powered audio interfaces, the balanced line inputs and outputs on the SSL 12 operate up to +24 dBu, ensuring seamless integration with professional outboard equipment and analog gear.

Uncompromising Conversion and Monitoring

With 32-bit converters running at up to 192 kHz, impeccable stereo imaging, and over 120 dB of dynamic range on monitor outputs, the SSL 12 delivers monitoring performance fit for high-end studios in a compact form factor.

SSL 360° – Your Digital Control Room

The SSL 360° software fully integrates with the SSL 12, offering a powerful virtual console mixer. Create up to four independent near-zero latency headphone mixes, assign functions to three customizable user buttons, configure loopback routing, and manage your monitor paths – all within an intuitive software interface.

Professional Studio Features in a Portable Interface

The SSL 12 provides a wealth of features usually reserved for larger, high-end interfaces:

• 4 SSL mic preamps with Legacy 4K mode,
• 2 Hi-Z instrument inputs for guitars and basses,
• 2 professional headphone outputs with switchable modes (standard, high sensitivity, high impedance),
• ADAT IN for adding up to 8 additional digital channels,
• USB loopback with selectable source,
• MIDI I/O and CV outputs for controlling instruments and effects,
• Built-in talkback microphone assignable to headphone and line outputs.

Flexible Recording, Mixing, and Production

SSL 12 adapts to every stage of the creative process: during recording, it supports multiple headphone mixes with near-zero latency; in mixing, it enables smooth monitor switching and alternative speaker setups; in production, it provides USB loopback, MIDI, and CV outputs. Whether you’re capturing performances, mixing tracks, or producing electronic music, the SSL 12 offers maximum flexibility.

SSL Production Pack – Included

Bundled with the SSL 12 is the SSL Production Pack, a powerful collection of virtual instruments, plugins, samples, and DAWs, including:

• Full licenses for SSL Vocalstrip 2 and Drumstrip,
• 3-month subscriptions to SSL Complete, Auto-Tune Unlimited, and Output Arcade,
• IK Multimedia Amplitube 5 SE, Celemony Melodyne Essential, Native Instruments Hybrid Keys & Komplete Start, Ableton Live 11 Lite,
• Sample packs from Loopcloud and the AAS Session bundle.

Technical Specifications

• 4 × XLR/¼″ combo Mic/Line inputs,
• 2 × Hi-Z instrument inputs,
• 2 × ¼″ headphone outputs with three operating modes,
• 4 × balanced TRS line outputs,
• ADAT IN (up to 8 extra channels),
• MIDI I/O, CV outs, USB-C,
• 32-bit/192 kHz conversion, >120 dB dynamic range,
• Mac (class compliant) and Windows (ASIO/WDM driver) support.

Why Choose SSL 12?

Solid State Logic SSL 12 is a next-generation audio interface that combines SSL’s legendary sound, uncompromising technical performanc