Description
The Solid State Logic Alpha 8 is an 8-channel SuperAnalogue™ AD/DA converter that delivers SSL’s legendary clarity, punch, and openness to any modern studio workflow. Designed for professional recording, mixing, and mastering environments, the Alpha 8 brings the same pristine conversion technology found in SSL’s flagship consoles into a sleek, rackmount format.
At its core, the Alpha 8 features SSL’s renowned SuperAnalogue™ circuitry, ensuring ultra-low distortion, near-zero phase shift, and ruler-flat frequency response across the entire audible spectrum. With 24-bit / 192 kHz precision and exceptional dynamic range, the Alpha 8 captures every nuance of your sound with surgical accuracy and analog warmth.
The Alpha 8 integrates seamlessly into hybrid setups, serving as a high-end bridge between analog outboard gear and digital audio workstations. Flexible AES/EBU and ADAT connectivity make it compatible with virtually any studio configuration, while word clock I/O ensures perfect synchronization in complex multi-device setups.
Each channel path is meticulously engineered for maximum transparency, providing the ideal foundation for high-resolution tracking, summing, and analog processing workflows. Built in Oxford, England, the Alpha 8 reflects SSL’s uncompromising commitment to craftsmanship and audio integrity — whether you’re capturing orchestral performances, mixing pop records, or mastering cinematic soundtracks.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | 8-Channel SuperAnalogue™ AD/DA Converter |
| Bit Depth / Sample Rate | 24-bit / 192 kHz |
| Dynamic Range | >118 dB A-weighted |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz ±0.05 dB |
| THD+N | <0.0005% @ +24 dBu |
| Inputs | 8 x Balanced Analog Inputs (D-Sub) |
| Outputs | 8 x Balanced Analog Outputs (D-Sub) |
| Digital I/O | AES/EBU (DB25) and ADAT Optical |
| Clocking | Word Clock In/Out with Termination |
| Power | Internal Universal Power Supply |
| Build | Designed and manufactured in Oxford, England |
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