Solid State Logic SSL Super 9000
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The Essentials to Know About the SSL Super 9000 Channel Strip
The Essentials to Know About the SSL Super 9000 Channel Strip
- Dual microphone preamp selectable: ultra-transparent SuperAnalogue or VHD for controlled harmonic saturation, with "Input Flip" to also color line sources and DAW returns.
- 9000/Duality Dynamics: VCA compressor THAT 2181A, Peak/Soft Knee modes, Fast Attack, Expander/Gate with hysteresis and Hold control for surgical transient control.
- 4-band equalizer switchable between "Pink Knob" 292 (G) and "Black Knob" 242 (E) circuits, complemented by steep high-pass/low-pass filters.
- Flexible routing: repositionable balanced insert, external sidechain, processing order rearrangement, and sidechain linking for stereo pair operation.
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From the 9000 J to Duality: The SuperAnalogue Legacy in 19" Rack Format
The SSL Super 9000 condenses the sonic DNA of the 9000 J and Duality consoles into a professional channel strip. Heir to the SuperAnalogue concept, it offers extended bandwidth, extremely low harmonic distortion, and generous dynamic range to bring the depth, punch, and clarity of large consoles directly into your studio.Who Is It For? High-End Recording, Hybrid Mixing, and Creative Mastering
Designed for demanding sound engineers, producers, and creators, the Super 9000 excels in recording, re-recording, and outboard mixing alike. Its transparent preamp captures the finest nuance, while the VHD mode adds controlled grit for vocals, guitars, drums, or basses that naturally stand out in the mix.Technical specifications
| Insert | Yes | Compressor | Yes |
| Number of channels | 1 | Phase opposition | Yes |
| EQ | 4 channels | Remote | No |
| Valve | No | Category | microphone preamp |
| Rack unit | 1 | ||
| Selectable dual mic preamp | SuperAnalogue (9000) or VHD (Duality) with +48 V, polarity inversion and pad. | Switchable circuits | " Pink Knob " 292 (G-Series) or " Black Knob " 242 (E-Series). |
| Mic input impedances | 1.3 kOhms and 11 kOhms. | Filters | high-pass and low-pass. |
| Line input | dedicated, with " Input Flip " (routing LINE to the mic preamp and reversing MIC/Line). | Slopes | HPF 18 dB/octave, LPF 12 dB/octave. |
| Dynamics section | Quintessential 9000/Duality. | Filter and equalizer assignment | Dynamics sidechain. |
| Compressor modes | Peak/Hard Knee or Soft Knee. | Processing order | reorderable. |
| Fast Attack | switchable. | Switches | Input Filters, post-EQ dynamics, Insert to output. |
| Expander/Gate section | variable hysteresis integrated into the threshold. | Line output | adjustable. |
| Hold control | yes. | Metering | switchable at the input and output. |
| Dynamics placement | pre or post EQ. | Chassis format | 19" rack. |
| Sidechain | external input (key input) and Dynamics sidechain link. | Dimensions | 630 x 360 x 110 mm. |
| Equalizer | SSL, 4-band, switchable modes. | Weight | 6 kg. |
| Mid bands | fully parametric. | ||
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The Super 9000 SSL is nothing short of remarkable. We immediately find the SSL sound signature: great transparency, impressive precision and depth that provide a true feeling of a high-end analog console.
The treatments are musical, the dynamics are perfectly respected and the workflow is extremely pleasant. Whether for mixing or mastering, it allows you to gain coherence, definition and balance without ever giving a feeling of excessive processing.
As a sound engineer, I particularly appreciate its ability to provide clarity, breadth, and excellent separation of elements in the mix while maintaining the character of the music.
For anyone looking for the modern SSL experience with a professional look, it's an investment that I would definitely recommend. A real pleasure to use on a daily basis.Automatically translated
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Questions frequently asked
Does the SSL Super 9000 allow choosing between a transparent and saturated sound?
The selectable dual mic preamp offers the SuperAnalogue circuit from the 9000 and the VHD circuit from Duality. The VHD mode enables dosing of second- or third-order harmonics.
What microphone input impedances are available?
Two mic impedances are offered: 1.3 kOhms and 11 kOhms. The input stage also includes +48 V phantom power, polarity inversion, and a pad.
How do the compression and gate of the Super 9000 work?
The VCA THAT 2181A compressor features Peak/Hard Knee and Soft Knee modes, as well as a Fast Attack function. The Expander/Gate offers variable hysteresis on the threshold and a Hold adjustment. The dynamics can be placed before or after the EQ and accept an external sidechain.
Which SSL EQ circuits are integrated?
The 4-band equalizer incorporates the switchable "Pink Knob" 292 circuits from the G-Series and "Black Knob" 242 from the E-Series, with fully parametric mids.
Can the Super 9000 be integrated into a studio rack?
In a 1U rack format, the unit measures 630 x 360 x 110 mm and weighs 6 kg. A balanced insert can be positioned after the input or just before the output Trim.
