For more than 50 years, Solid State Logic has remained at the forefront of studio and recording excellence. In the process, the company has established a legacy of large-format consoles and outboard gear that has been honed, refined, and expanded throughout the decades to include industry-leading plug-ins, interfaces, and more. The SSL 2+ MKII 2x4 USB-C audio interface distills this engineering prowess into a next-gen, mobility-minded menagerie of state-of-the-art recording possibilities. Studio engineers at Music Experience are impressed with the SSL 2+ MKII’s continued elevation of the bar first raised by its predecessor, expanding its interoperative recording and performance capabilities to suit virtually any studio setup. From its 32-bit/192kHz converters and 5-pin MIDI I/O to its quartet of DC-coupled TRS outputs and auto-detect instrument DI inputs, the SSL 2+ MKII is primed to perform well beyond the scope of interfaces in its class. Plus, the lauded Legacy 4K mode returns, letting you capture the magic of SSL’s famed 4000-series console, imbuing your sound with distinctive analog character, all from a single push of a button.

Engineered for interoperative exploration 

While the original SSL 2+ was an undeniable marriage of sleek, mobile-friendly form factor and legendary recording expertise, the SSL 2+ MKII emerges to meet the increasingly diversifying needs of the modern musical landscape, wherein collaboration, instrumentation, and even recording location have vastly expanded configurations. Each preamp hosts a dedicated highpass filter, selectable Line input operation, 48-volt phantom power, and 4K legacy mode, all with a single push of a button. All four outputs are DC-coupled, as well, extending your control capabilities to include modular, rackmounted, and standalone synthesizers via CV signals. Front-mounted instrument inputs and rear-mounted combination inputs also facilitate a stereo loopback feature, further augmenting your potential for incorporating external effects and processing.

Crafted for recording and production 

SSL’s robust history in large-format consoles conjures an era of studio work that was defined by careful decision-making and real-time collaboration. The SSL 2+ MKII masterfully captures that workflow and reimagines it for the contemporary workflow, wherein the convenience and speed of DAWs, plug-ins, and recording reduce the commonplace need for dozens, if not hundreds, of simultaneously available channel strips. Its 2 x 4 architecture, combination jacks, 5-pin MIDI I/O, and per-channel controls let you seamlessly move between external configurations of gear and instrumentation, while the SSL 2+ MKII’s low-profile form factor and intuitive interfacing offer not just detailed and dynamic connectivity and feedback information but satisfying tactility. Moreover, the SSL 2+ MKII features dual high-current headphone outputs, each of which can individually attenuate the output mix to make back-to-back production and joint studio sessions a breeze in any setting. Plus, its USB 2.0 bus-powered design makes plug-and-play recording a cinch, with compatibility for both Mac and PC machines.

Legacy 4K: instant analog magic 

SSL built its reputation on its celebrated large-format consoles, through which countless hit records and Grammy-award-winning albums have flowed. In particular, the SSL 4000 series console has inspired generations of musicians, producers, and engineers with its undeniable analog character. The SSL 2+ MKII brings that signature 4000 series sound into your project studio with its Legacy 4K Analog Enhancement Circuit, which, with the push of a button, imparts the preamps with two essential characteristics of the 4000 series signal chain. The first thing you’ll hear is a musical, high-frequency EQ boost that will push your vocal or instrument forward in the soundfield for a deeper, more dimensional sonic profile. Then, you’ll notice a subtle addition of harmonic distortion that sweetens the sound and adds personality to the signal. For small format recording interfaces, there is nothing quite like the Legacy 4K button.

SSL Production Pack: Bundled industry-standard software  

Solid State Logic partnered with some of the industry’s leading plug-in purveyors to provide you with a diverse, comprehensive kit of all things virtual, including processors, dynamics tools, instruments, samples, and a DAW. SSL’s own Vocalstrip 2 and Drumstrip plug-ins provide powerful processing tools to enhance your drums and vocals with compressions, expansion, transient shaping, EQs, and more. Further offerings spanning MIxbus 10 and Ableton Live Lite make for a formidable virtual recording foundation, while Sonarworks, Output, Antares, Celemony, Loopcloud, Native Instruments, IK Multimedia, and Slate Digital stand to build the ultimate all-in-one mobile studio.

What Solid State Logic Says...

The original SSL 2+ interface raised the bar by delivering a level of performance never seen before in its class. SSL 2+ MKII builds upon the success of its predecessor, with a series of significant enhancements and carefully curated feature additions. Designed for musicians, producers and engineers who demand the highest standards in sound quality, SSL 2+ MKII provides unmatched audio performance and a user-friendly design that caters for both those starting their creative journey and seasoned professionals.

SSL Heritage 

There are very few companies in the history of music and audio production that have been more influential, helped create more hit records and developed more technology that changed the production game than Solid State Logic. With the SSL 2+ MKII, you’re not just getting an audio interface; you’re investing in a piece of SSL’s knowledge, heritage, and complete understanding of what matters in music production.

Class-Leading Mic Amps

The SSL 2+ MKII is equipped with two high-performance SSL-design microphone preamps delivering a massive 64 dB gain range, in conjunction with class-leading 116.5 dB dynamic range and -130.5 dBu EIN. The mic pre's can also operate in LINE mode for connecting synths or INSTRUMENT mode for connecting guitars/basses.

Professional-Grade Outputs

Located on the rear of the SSL 2+ MKII are four balanced outputs for connecting your studio monitors, rackmount kit, FX pedals, and more. With professional-grade outputs, the SSL 2+ MKII delivers 120 dB dynamic range, allowing you to hear every detail in your productions—from the most subtle riff to the deepest bassline. All outputs are DC-coupled, enabling you to send CV (control voltages) to synthesisers..

Dual Headphone Outputs

The SSL 2+ MKII features independent headphone outputs conveniently located on the front panel. These re-engineered outputs (featuring high-current NJM headphone amps) are capable of driving any type of headphones. Now boasting a jaw-dropping 119.5 dB dynamic range (MK I previously 111 dB), you have all the performance and clarity needed for accurate monitoring in any environment. SSL 2+ MKII allows you to create separate mixes for the artist and engineer..

Legacy 4K Analogue Enhancement 

Circuit The SSL 4000 series consoles (often referred to as ‘4K’) are renowned for imparting a unique ‘mojo’ to sounds and instruments that pass through them. This mojo comes from multiple stages of harmonic distortion from compressor VCAs, VCA faders, and other crucial components such as the transistor mix amps. Using modern components, SSL has developed a circuit that distils the two essential characteristics of the 4K sound into a single design. Legacy 4K Analogue Enhancement injects a controlled amount of finely-tuned, sweet-sounding harmonic distortion and a ‘forward’ yet musical high-frequency EQ boost into the signal path, giving your sound the 4K mojo and presence that artists and engineers have loved for decades..

Ins and Outs

Front-access jack sockets provide convenient access to 2 instrument DI inputs and 2 independent headphone outputs. On the rear, SSL 2+ MKII provides Neutrik XLR Combo sockets for Mic/Line inputs, four balanced outputs, 5 pin DIN MIDI I/O and the USB connector.

Professional Studio Quality, Front To Back 

Whether it’s the professional-grade mic preamps, Neutrik® XLR and jack connectors and Alps® pots, or the exceptional level of performance delivered from next-gen converters - all SSL products, including SSL 2+ MKII, offer pro studio quality, from the front to the back. The MKII range of interfaces feature updated switches on the front panel with status LEDs so you know exactly how your device is configured when recording.

Next-Gen 32-bit 192 kHz 

High-quality audio conversion is essential for artists and engineers alike and the SSL 2+ MKII is built around Next-Gen 32-bit 192 kHz Converters. The result? Clearer, more detailed recordings, preserving every nuance of your performance. Capture stunning acoustic performances, record drum machines and synths with more punch and texture. Make your live streams sound like professional broadcasts and mix quicker and easier as sounds are more defined.r

Content Creators 

Whether you are recording a podcast, live streaming via social media, or performing karaoke online with friends, SSL 2+ MKII is equipped with all the tools you need to make content with amazing sound. Class-leading mic preamps allow you to capture every nuance of your conversation or voiceover. The built-in Loopback functionality ensures your audience hears virtual guests or system audio with ease.

Music Producers

With dual professional-grade headphone outputs, SSL’s next-gen converters and punchy mic/line inputs, you can capture sounds in all their detail and create music which stands out from the crowd. The SSL 2+ MKII interface is your production sidekick in the studio, and when combined with the SSL production Pack gives you everything you need to make professional quality music.

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