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32-bit/192kHz conversion
SSL 18 handles conversion at up to 32-bit/192kHz.
Product detailSKU #1500000448891
Solid State LogicSSL 18 USB-C Audio Interface with Alpha 8 Expander & UF1 DAW Control Center Bundle
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Built around SSL 18, this package brings interface, I/O expansion, and DAW control into one recording setup. The interface provides 32-bit/192kHz conversion, eight switchable Mic/Line preamps, ten balanced line outputs, front-panel monitor control, and SSL 360 mixing. Alpha 8 extends analog I/O through ADAT and adds S/PDIF connectivity. UF1 adds hands-on DAW operation with a motorized fader, displays, and customizable keys, giving a studio a single system for tracking, routing, monitoring, and session control.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Recording sessions that need eight built-in mic preamps plus expandable analog I/O.
- Studios integrating monitors, outboard gear, and DC-coupled connections in one routing system.
- DAW sessions where motorized-fader control and visual feedback are part of the workflow.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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Eight switchable Mic/Line preamps
Each of the eight SSL-designed preamps can be configured for Mic or Line use.
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Ten balanced line outputs, configurable from +9 to +24dBu
The output level can be set within the listed +9 to +24dBu range for connected equipment.
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DC-coupled outputs
The line outputs can send control voltages to synths, modular rigs, and CV-enabled effects pedals.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Use ADAT to connect Alpha 8 when adding its eight analog I/O to the SSL 18.
- 02The bundle uses USB-C for the SSL 18 connection to a DAW.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What components are in this bundle?
It combines the SSL 18 USB-C audio interface, Alpha 8 expander, and UF1 DAW control center.
02How does Alpha 8 expand the system?
It adds eight analog I/O through ADAT and also provides S/PDIF digital connectivity.
03Can the SSL 18 outputs send control voltage?
Yes. Its DC-coupled line outputs can send control voltages to synths, modular rigs, and CV-enabled effects pedals.
