ALPHA 8 High-performance 8 x 8 AD/DA converter with Analogue, ADAT, S/PDIF and USB I/O The ultimate audio interface expander Building on the acclaimed Alpha Link range, ALPHA 8 is an 8-in/8-out professional-grade analogue to digital, digital to analogue converter, perfect for expanding your audio interface via ADAT and S/PDIF. Alternatively, you can configure ALPHA 8 to address all analogue 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 analogue 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 Analogue 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 analogue I/O it offers. Whether you need a simple bidirectional Analogue 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 analogue and digital I/O. The great connector The operating level of each analogue input and output can be individually adjusted to +9, +18, +20 or +24 dBu operating levels, ensuring optimal signal integrity and maximising headroom for devices connected to ALPHA 8. Whether it’s 19" rack gear, analogue mixers, 500-series modules, or monitor controllers, ALPHA 8 ensures every connection to your equipment is fully optimised. 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 8 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 analogue outboard processing, analogue mixers and more. Expand your workflow ALPHA 8’s flexible analogue 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 analogue 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 synthesisers, modular rigs and CV-enabled FX pedals. SSL Production Pack: 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 (worth over $1100). CA Complete Access 6 Month Trial Included with ALPHA 8 As an eligible SSL interface owner, claim 6 months FREE Complete Access subscription. Featuring every plug-in from Solid State Logic, Slate Digital and Harrison Audio, Complete Access gives you all of the software tools you need to make your next hit. Key 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 analogue to ADAT and ADAT to analogue conversion. Configurable operating levels for each input and output to best match your external equipment: +24/+20/+18/+9 dBu. DC-coupled outputs are perfect for sending control voltages to synthesisers and modular rigs. 10 digital inputs and outputs (8 channels of ADAT, 2 channels of S/PDIF). Up to 2 channels of analogue to S/PDIF and S/PDIF to analogue conversion. Up to 2 channels of S/PDIF to ADAT and ADAT to S/PDIF conversion. S/PDIF available on coaxial or optical connectors. Flexible conversion configuration. The physical outputs can be fed with a mixture of analogue, digital and USB audio signals, providing a great level of flexibility. 18-in / 18-out USB audio interface. Use ALPHA 8 as an aggregate USB audio interface Record and playback to all 8 analogue and 10 digital I/O via USB. High-current front panel headphone confidence check – audition any individual input or output (or stereo pair). Choose from 3 different settings to optimise for your headphones – Standard, High Impedance, High Sensitivity. 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
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