The SSL 12 redefines what's possible from a USB-powered audio interface, delivering professional studio-grade performance in a compact desktop unit that's equally at home in your studio or on the road. This remarkable interface features four SSL-designed microphone preamps with exceptional low-noise performance and massive gain range, plus the signature Legacy 4K analogue enhancement that adds that coveted SSL console character to any input source. With premium 32-bit/192kHz converters providing class-leading dynamic range, the SSL 12 captures every nuance of your recordings with stunning clarity.
Built for serious production work, the SSL 12 packs an impressive array of professional features typically found only in high-end rackmount units. The comprehensive monitoring section includes dual professional headphone outputs, four dedicated balanced line outputs, and three user-assignable front panel switches for quick access to monitoring functions. ADAT expandability adds up to eight additional input channels, while the built-in talkback microphone and powerful cue mixer can create up to four independent near-zero latency performer mixes for demanding recording sessions.
Creative producers will appreciate the SSL 12's modern workflow features, including USB loopback functionality, MIDI I/O, and DC-coupled outputs for CV control of synthesisers and effects units. The intuitive SSL 360° software mixer provides console-style control over your sessions, while the included SSL Production Pack delivers exceptional value with a three-month SSL Complete subscription plus an exclusive collection of DAWs, virtual instruments, and plug-ins to kickstart your productions.
- 4 x SSL-designed microphone preamps with unrivalled EIN performance and huge gain range for a USB-powered device
- Per-Channel Legacy 4K switches - analogue colour enhancement for any input source, inspired by the 4000-series console
- 2 Hi-Z instrument inputs for guitars, bass or vintage instruments
- 2 professional-grade headphone outputs, with switchable modes of operation that cater for high impedance or high sensitivity headphones. Or re-purpose each headphone output as an additional balanced/unbalanced line-level outputs instead.
- 32-bit / 192 kHz AD/DA Converters - capture and hear all the detail of your creations
- ADAT IN - expand the input channel count with up to 8 channels of digital audio
- Built In Talkback Mic that can be routed to Headphone A, B and Line 3-4 outputs
- 4 x dedicated balanced outputs and precision Monitor Level, with stunning dynamic range
- Use Outputs 3-4 to connect an alternative monitor set or as additional line-level outputs to connect to studio outboard equipment, with +24 dBu operating levels.
- SSL 12 mixer: Powerful digital mixer hosted in SSL 360° - Quickly create low-latency cue mixes.
- DC-coupled outputs for controlling CV input instruments & FX
- 3 user-assignable front panel switches - assign various monitoring functions and talkback open/close
- MIDI I/O
- SSL Production Pack Software Bundle); includes 3-months free subscription to SSL Complete, plus an exclusive collection of 3rd party DAWs, virtual instruments and plug-ins.
- USB bus-powered audio interface for Mac/Windows - power is provided by USB 3.0, audio via the USB 2.0 protocol



