SSL Matrix 2 with Free SSL Fusion

Product Description

For limited time, receive an SSL Fusion Analog Master Processor free with the purchase of a Matrix 2 16 channel, 40 input mixing console. The SSL Matrix 2 combines the superior sound quality of analog summing with the flexible workflow of digital control surfaces. With 16 line-level inputs, an intuitive Insert Router, and a 40-input summing mixer, the Matrix 2 is the perfect bridge between the analog and digital domains. The SSL Fusion uses classic dynamics processing tools in a new way to create more color, more character, and more cohesion in your stereo stems and mixes. In the heart of the studio, the Fusion by SSL combines five different elements to release the tremendous sonic energy inherent in your stereo signals.

Matrix 2

The Matrix 2 offers total tactile control over your mix with 32 channel inputs and 16 of SSL’s latest SuperAnalogue channel strips. Each channel is equipped with two line-level inputs and a dedicated channel output via DB25 cables. Each channel also features one stereo and four mono aux sends for flexible signal routing. Dial in the perfect effects levels using four stereo returns. Two stereo mix busses with dedicated inserts offer rich analog summing for 40 total inputs.

FLEXIBLE OUTPUTS

The newly-designed Insert Router is like having a 32x16x16 digital patch bay built right into your console. Connect up to 16 hardware devices and route signals to different channels as needed. Speed up your workflow with fully recallable signal chains.

Monitor mixes in stereo or 5.1 surround sound using two monitor sets of monitor outputs for quickly switching between monitors. Quickly reference tracks on smartphones or laptops using the 3.5mm stereo front panel monitor input. Create a separate monitor mix for performers using the built-in Artist Monitor section.

DIGITAL CONTROL

Matrix 2 is more than just an analog summing mixer in the shape of an SSL console—it also offers full control over Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase/Nuendo, Ableton Live and Studio One. Using a simple ethernet connection, you can control plug-in parameters using analog faders and pots.

Program advanced console automation using Matrix 2’s 16 channel faders, directly from your DAW using the δ-Ctrl Single Fader Plug-in. And with Total Recall capability, you can recreate any mix with the click of a button.

FEATURES:

• δelta control automates your console within your DAW like a plug-in
• 32 x 16 x 16 'Insert Router' for up to 16 external hardware processing devices
• Hardware processors can be inserted via console controls or cross platform drag and drop software browser
• Stereo or 5.1 EXT monitoring outputs with independent Main and Mini monitor control
• Hardware processors can be inserted individually or as 'chains'40 input SuperAnalogue summing console
• Stereo Aux Send and 4 x Mono Sends per channel
• 4 Stereo Returns with full stereo mix bus routing
• Dual Stereo Mix Busses with summing Inserts and reassign'In Line' DAW monitoring with 'SuperCue' headphone mode
• Stereo or 5.1 External Monitor inputs
• Stereo digital I/O (S/PDIF, AES/EBU) with SSL converter technology
• iJack front panel Monitor input
• Heavy duty external PSU16 analog line channels with two inputs per channel
• Artist Monitor output with independent EQ and monitor source selection
• Single button push flips control between the analog signal path and DAW software
• Multi-layer control of up to four DAWs simultaneously
• Ergonomically advanced hybrid hardware control surface
• Digital scribble strips for constant visual feedback
• Fader-linking for analog channels
• Additional motorized 'Focus' fader for simultaneous DAW/Console control
• 16 channel strips each with motorized fader and assignable rotary encoder
• Total Recall for analog console controls
• General purpose MIDI controller mode
• A-FADA or MIDI Fader automation
• Ethernet MIDI connectivity
• Simple drag and drop insert router page for configuring hardware device chains and loading inserts
• Intuitive cross platform remote browser for system configuration and project management
• Cross platform 'Logictivity' remote browser interface
• Programmable hardware buttons for sending of standard USB keyboard commands

FUSION

The SSL Fusion uses classic dynamics processing tools in a new way to create more color, more character, and more cohesion in your stereo stems and mixes. In the heart of the studio, the Fusion by SSL combines five different elements to release the tremendous sonic energy inherent in your stereo signals.

VIOLET EQ

The SSL Violet EQ is a new approach to equalization for the mix bus. By creating their first new EQ circuit in over a quarter century, SSL has drawn on their vast legacy to pinpoint the most useful frequencies and ideal response curves, providing an efficient way to bring a new heft and sparkle to your mixes. With four selectable frequencies in two bands, minimal phase-shift and a range of 9 dB boost or attenuation, the Violet EQ element provides a wide range of options to dial in the right range of results.

VINTAGE DRIVE

The Vintage Drive element is a novel approach to enhancing harmonic content. Controls for Drive and Density are interdependent and can produce sweet musical harmonics and a more organic style of compression with soft clipping. These can bring a cohesiveness and glue to your mixes, impossible to achieve by other means. A tri-color status indicator lets you know when you’re in the sweet spot.

HIGH FREQUENCY COMPRESSOR

Another tri-color status light is found on the High Frequency Compressor element, a more straightforward approach to compression that is specifically tailored for the high end of the spectrum (from 3 to 20 kHz). This element allows a more analog style HF roll-off, well suited to smoothing out the edges that digital tracking can produce. Achieve the unique tone you’re after, and mellow your harshness - not the other way around!

TRANSFORMER

A switchable Transformer circuit is the element that achieves what analog iron is all about – adding some saturation in the low frequencies, while also phase-shifting the highs to create color and character that no digital signal processing can achieve.

STEREO IMAGE

With the new Stereo Image element, a real analog Mid-Side control is at your fingertips. Your depth of field can be enhanced by altering the Side signal component, providing depth and width that simple panning cannot create.

OTHER FEATURES

Several other key features round out the array of functions on the new SSL Fusion. At the front and back ends are Input and Output Trim controls providing 12 dB of boost or cut, with a convenient Overload LED on the Input side. A 15-point LED meter provides for Peak Hold display of the signal, and the Bypass mode allows all switchable functions to be bypassed, after the Input trim control. A three-position High Pass Filter on the Input side allows a cutoff at 30-4-50 Hz.

Further manipulation of your signal can be achieved with a set of XLR connections that function in either of two ways. In one mode is a Stereo Insert for processing the mix bus; this can be switched to occur before the EQ element. In the other mode, they can be used as a Mid-Side (MS) circuit, where separate signal processing like EQ or compression can be delegated to the center (Middle) and Side components of a stereo signal, either before or after the Stereo Image element. These features greatly enhance the ability to manipulate a stereo signal, making the SSL Fusion the premier analog stereo signal processor. Add some color to your life!