SSL2 in action! (Real Audio) NEW!! 

Right! I do NOT regret this purchase!

Sophos Utm I sold my apogee duet (£500) to get it at £240 for their engineering and circuit know how -

@@wadewilliams1892 exactly. Normally I would wait couple of months for early fixes, but when it comes to ssl I know it's Allright

@@soisaid9004 Literally did the same. I'll use the X just for the outs/ins for the analog mix buss. & SSL for tracking vox!

@Sophos Utm how does it compare to the Twin, especially regarding D/A conversion and dynamics on the Monitor output? Got a Twin MKII myself and thinking about getting an SSL 2+ instead ;)

Awww.. Thank you.. Greetings from the mountains of Eastern Oregon.

TY

Man, I appreciate that! More coming

I believe we are of the same mind .

Thank you kindly

I agree. Thanks you as well.

@@JayFlemingMusic Hi Mr. Fleming, I'm singer songwriter under artistic name Chris Mcmill we both are users of Studio One:-) You can check my song: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-3f5wIVGqqGE.html

Thank you!

Thanks, Robert

That is very kind of you, I appreciate it!

I couldn't agree more

You are absolutely correct. I do realize I made it sound that way, so thank you for clarifying. I did state that in a comment but realize not everyone may see it.

Jay Flem Just watched your preamp comparison between this and the Great River, too, and there’s a little magic between the two of them, isn’t there!? lol Sounds great, and I like your style, sir! Keep up the great work! 😄

@@yobhsiFehT Thank you

I agree

Thanks wade.

Let me know how you like it!

Many thanks!

Yes, on the bass as well as the second half of the vocals.

Jay Fleming Music Thanks dude

Oh yah, I use outboard preamps all the time

You are too kind. But I will take it

@@jayflem1275 also did you record the former vocals on SSL? I mean the one without 4K? The low end is just ecstatic.

I would say, if you need to expand you inputs in short term get the iD14. If not, and you’re good with two inputs for a while, definitely get the SSL. iD14 has ADAT expandability, SSL doesn’t.

@@bastianmaze_beats8730 Its cool,I got the Audient a month ago and not regret it ,not that I can compare it to something since its my first proper interface,but its working as intended and with a great sound!SSl would be nice as well so it all depends on the features.

I feel ya, I actually did a test today between three different 2 channel desktop interfaces. To test the performance of each at various sample rates. The SSL2 surprised me yet again, outperforming "in that test" both other interfaces at higher sample rates. And "to my eses" sounded better even at lower sample rates. I will say the SSL2 is the only one of the three that would comfortably push the Sure. Knowing your gear and how to get what you want out of it is FAR more important than "status". As a preference my main recording rig is a 24 channel Radar Studio with amazing front end including NEVE, Great River, Kush Audio, Daking,API, Tonelux, etc... I would not hesitate to use this to do a legit recording.

@@JayFlemingMusic did you mean it sound better than Neve? I am getting my SSL2 tomorrow btw.

@@theatifband I would say that is is good enough I would be comfortable doing a legit production and not think twice. I do have all those other things and use them, but to me they are flavors/ character adders not better or worse. I will say the converters etc certainly lend themselves to "rock" super punchy. I use different gear to accomplish different things, this is just another tool.

Hi, Thanks for the watch and question. I tested from 64 all the way through 256 and had no issues at all. Honestly I was a little shocked since I was running Sims etc. I had no issues while tracking. The "mix" control on the monitor section is a great option for those who may have a less powerful computer.

@@JayFlemingMusic Thanks for answering, I appreciate it. I guess I'm buying it then. I had the MOTU M2 and I was more than happy with its latency numbers, great windows drivers, however, I like more the SSL2, but since I produce mostly computer based music, I was worried about latency. Thanks again.

I don't have a reference for the TB3 situation. However! I was able to run 256 @192 with no problems whatsoever. And the blend knob lets you adjust wether you hear input or DAW. Suoer handy!

Jay Fleming Music Thats super nice bro I like it

Good question. I did this particular recording in an untreated kinda bad sounding room. I use polar patterns and some semi mobile absorbers that I built myself. Most of the time I find mic placement and selectable polar patterns are key for what I do. Honestly sometimes it still isn't adequate but the preamps are dead quiet so if I record at lower levels and boost in post it does not get super noisy like some other solutions I have used.

Hey RJB, Yes you can use outboard gear like other preamps, compressors , eq, and the like on the way in. You would simply make up you signal chain bring it into the line in on the unit. You engage the "line" button and get to work . It is very simple. One thing to keep in mind is connectivity for your signal chain prior to the SSL. I personally think this is a great interface in general and especially for a "newish" person because it doesn't require a "control software" it is a super simple clan interface.

@@JayFlemingMusic Thanks so much, Jay, for your considerate and thorough explanation. It has helped me to understand the signal chain on the way into the DAW. I have purchased some outboard gear over the years, as yet unused. Finally have the time to start messing with the recording process. Totally appreciate your time and response! Thanks again. By the way, really liked your sample recording. Excellent bluesy, swampy sound. My kind of stuff. So cool.

@@rjb7569 thanks to Jay, I've ordered ssl2 for my home studio, sounds AMAZING be careful about mics that have hi shelf already on. No issues with drivers at all, plugins all work, overall very very good interface i dont mind to spend few extra bucks for a solid chain.

I have been very happy with it so far.

@@JayFlemingMusic what's your take on the 4k feature some say it's a high filter the company says it's harmonic

@@milliondollascrilla7995 I suppose both could be true. It is very pronounced depending on the source and microphone. I have gotten good results from it in the right scenario. It is nothing like the "air" mode in another interface, nor is it like the "silk" mode of another preamp. But I find it useful.

Thanks for the question. I believe most was what came with the unit. I do believe I was using some of the 6 month trial SSL plug-ins also. After the trial is over you will likely get an offer to purchase at a heavy discount. Jay

From my recollection I think only the reverb and bus comp were the "trial" plug-ins

I do!

@@JayFlemingMusic awesome. Mine comes from sweet water next week excited

Hey! Please forgive the delay. Everything was recorded using only the SSL preamps etc.. I used the interface alone with the plugins that either come with or come as a 6-month trial. The preamps to my ears are very neutral compared to my Neve or API. I used the 4k on the vocals also. I find that the MIcrophone choice matters a LOT with this box and the way it responds. To my ears, there doesn't seem to be nearly the "wooliness" or "smear" if you will, that I get from other devices like this. And I have run the gamut. The preamps feel like any of the other SSL 500 series preamps I have had. Very fast and clean! Which is admittedly not always what you want. This box won't replace most of my outboard gear, but It is a wonderful solution for what it is intended to do. And frankly, much to my surprise, it has taken over as my monitoring solution. I think this box punches WAY above its weight which is why I actually did a video about it. I am learning my way through this like the rest! I like to share info with other folks doing what we do!

@@JayFlemingMusic Thanks so much for the comprehensive reply. I just got the 2i2 version with air and see what the difference as. As I feel- either it suits my voice or I am just used to listening it. Do you think SSL2 might provide better source capture for post production. That is without the 4k because it isn't definitely something I will use. It is too airy for me.

@@theatifband I think that really comes down to your taste and what you feel works best for what you do. I dont have a 2i2 to put though it's paces so I hesitate to speculate. The SSL is definitely that "Rock" sound. The 4k can easily be too much depending on the voicing of the mic or source. Many microphones have that bump in the high end that can be over exaggerated by engaging the 4k.

@@JayFlemingMusic you're right. Just got a call from Sweetwater about my insight of SSL2. I told them I guess it's a matter of taste and what we have visualized in terms of final sound. I agreed that in isolation it's sounding sweet but in the end we have to see how sweetly it sits in the mix. As far as high end is concerned as much as I love your Lauten- I felt that hi-end in 4K part of this video too. Also I like the low punch and body pack of your voice without 4K and so I guess it all depends how we hear the sound. I like the throw and gain- but I have to put them through some rigorous testing. Sweetwater engineer is going to record some music and probably do a video- so that'll be fascinating. As much as I am a fan of Brit rock and sounds of Deep Purple, Queen and Led Zepp. I thought SSL2 was answer to my prayers. But let's see I have yet to engage the Air option of 2i2 in full scream mode of my voice.

@@theatifband keep me posted.

Excellent! Best I have heard in a desktop!

@@JayFlemingMusic Right up there with the apollo stuff?

@@rohitdhanorkar I haven't used an Apollo recetly with phones. I would hesitate to say that exactly. But! I will say there is more detail, volume, and less noise than any that I can recall.

@@rohitdhanorkar I can hear detail in reverb that I haven't in others. I hear little things "noises" from instruments that I never noticed in other mixes before. The Apollo is an eco system of its own. And isn't a rrasonable comparison. WhatbI am sayimg is I really like the box. And frankly its like buying two plugins and getting a free interface.

Yes. If I am not mistaken that is the vocal strip. If not it was one of the 6 month trials. "At the time of shooting". The plug-ins that come with are stellar!

@@JayFlemingMusic Thanks for the info!

@@marketweis Sure thing!

I have run it on both. I have issues with almost every on windows. I didn't have any trouble with this one. It's always a good idea to optimize windows for audio recording.

Also! On occasion. Windows re selects the internal sound device.

Thanks for the kind words and feedback. Have an Amazing Day

I haven't, but I think I might just try that. Have you?

Depends on what you are trying to accomplish. Honestly when I purchased it my thought was "Hey it's like buying a couple plugins and getting an interface for free" Needless to say I was very pleasantly surprised and it works perfectly for what I needed it to do. It is VERY CLEAN! I can hear more detail in mixes and tracks in general than I have ever heard from any desctop interface. Frankly I don't know how you could go wrong.

Mister Bones Are you by any chance interested in selling your Apollo? If so, please DM me. I’ve been looking for one for a while.

I do usually have a comp on the front end just to control "some" of the peaks etc. This particular recording I used natural compression. In other words I employed better mic technical than I would normally. Since I knew there was no "brake pedal" if you will going in. I was super concious of the amplitude, proximity, etc. And simply did the same with my voice. On the occasion I record another vocalist and I don't have the luxury of a comp. I ride the preamp gain which is theoretically the same thing

Oh... Misread the first line. Every DAW or converter I use seem to have their own"sweet spot" usually somewhere between -18 and -12 for peak.

@@JayFlemingMusic Thanks Jay, very helpful.

I am sooo sorry I missed this!! Sony a6500, sigma 16mm

Thank you

Hi Kenny, I use and have used several. Two most notable are the Focusrite Clarett and Audient ID22. To be clear there is nothing "wrong" with either of the other two mentioned. Both are more expensive and frankly "harder" to use. I compared a mix I had recently done on them and to my great surprise the SSL2 flat out smoked them "to my ears". I have a Radar Studio to do my primary recording device and is no comparison, nor was there any expectation that there would be. We all were super shocked at the sound quality coming out of a VERY budget friendly device. As stated in the video, I purchased this to do mobile video recording. However I now feel compelled to let go of my other desktop devices and use this exclusively. I hav never heard that kind of detail, clarity, and punch from ANY desktop interface including the lauded UA Apollo. And NO I have no affiliation what soever with SSL! I am not one for hype and I have not seen any other videos done by an actual individual to date so I wanted to do one.

Plugins: Vocal strip 2 and Drum strip are YOURS! the rest of the native plugins are a 6 MONTH!!!! demo.

@@JayFlemingMusic hey thank you for the reply , funnily enough the id22 and the Apollo are the other ones I have also been looking at and was trying to decide whether the Apollo was worth the extra , but if the SSL sounds that good I may as well save some money and go for the SSL , after looking at the SSL website the vocal strip and the drum strip sell for £129 each here in the UK so that is worth the money alone , it's great to see an individual testing it , I don't pay much attention to the marketing videos... Thanks again

@@theblackcountrybandit1430 I am with you!

@@JayFlemingMusic thank you for that info with the comparisons. Ive been wondering what it sounds like compared to other interfaces

It will be released in this form soon. There is an acoustic version available everywhere you get music.

Sony A6500

I am unsure if I comprehend completely but.... The interface is compatible with every DAW I have tried. The plugins are cross platform also. I have not attempted yet to use it as a "monitoring solution" on its own using the line in yet. When I do I will try and remember to let you know.

​@@JayFlemingMusic Thanks bro!

@@ダイナミック-b1i YW

I am happy to report that it works flawlessly as a standalone monitor solution!

@@JayFlemingMusic U r a hero!

This particular one was the Lauren Atlantis. Phoenomimal mic! Pretty much every vocal you will hear from me will be the Lauren Atlantis, Lauren Oceanus, or Lauren LA-320. They are all stellar.

Auto correct!!! Lauten Audio!

Jay Fleming Music I got U87 is it a good all round mic? Because it sounds stellar in low end and matches country like nothing.

@@theatifband Also a fantastic mic!

For podcast and mix motu for singin and record any instruments ssl

I haven't used MOTO for a long time but what Adam said makes sense. I tend to use different devices to acomplish different things. These are all just tools, and like all tools they work best fir different sutuations. Also VERY subjective.....

To be clear I LOVE both. The clarity in the monitor section and headphone amp of the SSL "for me" is better. I can hear things I haven't heard on other devices like this. After running some tests to Check non linear performance I would say the SSL has the edge which is shocking if I were honest. Seriously not what I expected.

Do not buy Audient ID22. Any other Audient model is ok but not ID22 How they treat customers and their problems with ID22 does not convince me to this company. In the link below you have only ID22 customers - the problem has not been solved by Audient to this day. www.gearslutz.com/board/music-computers/1050068-audient-id22-issues.html

Ssl is far superior than focusrite. Audient. And u.a.d the only contender is black lion audio revolution 2x2

True, the ID22 has some issues. The audio is great if it is working.

I haven't heard the BLA yet, but if it is like their other offerings I a certain it I great.