Solid State Logic ALPHA 8 8x8 AD/DA Converter

Building on the acclaimed Alpha Link range, Solid State Logic ALPHA 8 is an 8-in/8-out professional-grade analog to digital, digital to analog converter, perfect for expanding your audio interface via ADAT and S/PDIF. Alternatively, you can configure ALPHA 8 to address all analog and digital I/O simultaneously via USB, giving you an 18-in/18-out audio interface. Featuring class-leading conversion, flexible routing, and impeccable audio performance, ALPHA 8 unlocks the full potential of your setup.

THE COMPROMISE IS OVER

Using next-generation 32-bit/192 kHz converters, ALPHA 8 brings SSL-grade audio performance to your studio. With huge dynamic range, stunningly low THD+N and crosstalk, and exceptionally low noise floor, ALPHA 8 delivers line-level heaven for your analog outboard processing, samplers, synths and drum machines. The compromise is over – capture your sound with the quality it deserves.

• Input Dynamic Range: 120 dB, Output Dynamic Range: 123 dB
• Input THD+N: -110 dB, Output THD+N –108 dB

ANALOG AGILITY AND DIGITAL DOMINANCE

ALPHA 8 is capable of many different routing configurations to suit your specific needs, making sure you can get the most out of all the digital and analog I/O it offers. Whether you need a simple bidirectional Analog <> ADAT/SPDIF converter, an aggregate 18-in/18-out USB audio interface, or a mixture of the two, ALPHA 8 provides flexible routing options for its analog and digital I/O.

THE GREAT CONNECTOR

The operating level of each analog input and output can be individually adjusted to +9, +18, +20 or +24 dBu operating levels, ensuring optimal signal integrity and maximizing headroom for devices connected to ALPHA 8. Whether it’s 19” rack gear, analog mixers, 500-series modules, or monitor controllers, ALPHA 8 ensures every connection to your equipment is fully optimized. On the digital side, Word Clock in and out, ADAT, and S/PDIF clocking options ensure ALPHA 8 provides outstanding digital audio handling, guaranteeing jitter-free, rock-solid integration in your studio environment whilst elevating the performance of your creative space.

SSL 18 + ALPHA

While ALPHA 8 is the ultimate audio interface expander for producers and engineers looking to bring SSL sound and quality to their existing set-up, ALPHA 8 is also the perfect companion to SSL 18. Instantly expand SSL 18’s I/O via ADAT adding 8 channels (1 x ALPHA 8) or 16 channels (2 x ALPHA 8s). Perfect for effortlessly integrating additional analog outboard processing, analog mixers and more.

EXPAND YOUR WORKFLOW

ALPHA 8’s flexible analog and digital routing unlocks a multitude of workflow possibilities. Create hardware insert paths for 500 Series modules, outboard EQs, compressors, or hardware FX. Use the S/PDIF I/O for integrating external metering or amp simulators. Alternatively, make Alpha 8 your primary interface, seamlessly connecting analog and digital devices to your DAW via USB-C. For electronic music producers, ALPHA 8’s outputs are capable of outputting Control Voltage to control synthesizers, modular rigs and CV-enabled FX pedals.

SOFTWARE INCLUDED

SSL has been helping world-class artists, producers and engineers make great music and audio for decades. They know it’s crucial to have the right tools for the job, so SSL has partnered with some of the industry's key brands to offer you the SSL Production Pack, bundled free with registered ALPHA 8 audio interfaces. Featuring a selection of must-have virtual instruments, plug-ins, samples and DAW, fuel your creativity and bring your productions to life with the SSL Production Pack.

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FEATURES:

• The ultimate audio interface expander and the perfect partner for SSL 18
• High performance, next-generation 32-bit/192 kHz conversion
• Class-leading dynamic range, THD+N and crosstalk audio performance
• 8 balanced line inputs and outputs
• Up to 8 channels of analog to ADAT and ADAT to analog conversion
• 10 digital inputs and outputs (8 channels of ADAT, 2 channels of S/PDIF)
• Physical outputs can be fed with a mixture of analog, digital and USB audio signals, providing a great level of flexibility
• 18-in/18-out USB audio interface
• High-current front panel headphone confidence check – audition any individual input or output (or stereo pair)
• Dedicated front panel input and output meters.
• Word Clock in and out & input termination switch.
• Clock internally, or from incoming ADAT, S/PDIF or Word Clock
• SSL Production Pack Software included