SSL ALPHA 8 – professional 8-channel AD/DA converter and 18-in/18-out USB audio interface.
Expand your studio setup with the SSL ALPHA 8 – a powerful AD/DA converter and USB interface that serves as the perfect companion to the SSL 18 interface or as the heart of a hybrid studio. Featuring 8 analog line inputs/outputs and 10 digital channels (ADAT & S/PDIF), the ALPHA 8 delivers pristine 32-bit / 192 kHz conversion with a dynamic range of up to 123 dB. With DC-coupled outputs, it can send Control Voltage (CV) signals to modular synthesizers, making it a versatile tool for electronic music producers.
More than just an expander, the ALPHA 8 functions as a fully-fledged USB-C audio interface with flexible signal routing, allowing simultaneous recording and playback across all I/O. Each analog channel features individually configurable operating levels (+9 to +24 dBu), ensuring perfect matching with outboard gear, mixers, and instruments. All housed in a robust 1U rack chassis with an intuitive control panel and precise LED metering.
KEY FEATURES
- 8 studio-grade balanced line inputs and outputs (TRS)
- Next-generation 32-bit / 192 kHz AD/DA conversion
- USB-C Audio Interface functionality: 18-in / 18-out
- Configurable operating levels per channel (+24 dBu, +20 dBu, +18 dBu, +9 dBu)
- DC-coupled outputs for CV control of modular synths
- Digital I/O: 8 channels ADAT (S/MUX supported), 2 channels S/PDIF (Optical/Coax)
- Headphone output with 3 selectable impedance profiles
- Flexible routing: works as standalone converter, ADAT expander, or USB interface
- Includes SSL Production Pack with plugins and DAW software
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Conversion: 32-bit / 192 kHz
- Input Dynamic Range: 120 dB (A-weighted)
- Output Dynamic Range: 123 dB (A-weighted)
- Input THD+N: -110 dB
- Output THD+N: -108 dB
- Analog Inputs: 8 x TRS 6.3 mm (balanced)
- Analog Outputs: 8 x TRS 6.3 mm (balanced, DC-coupled)
- Digital I/O: 2 x ADAT (Optical), 1 x S/PDIF (Coax)
- Clocking: Word Clock I/O (BNC)
- Computer Connection: USB Type-C
- Format: 1U Rackmount
- Power: External 12V power supply (included)