Solid State Logic Alpha 8 High-Performance 8 x 8 AD and DA Converter with Analogue and ADAT (Black)

The Solid State Logic Alpha 8 Converter in Black is an 8-in and 8-out professional-grade analogue to digital and digital to analogue converter that builds on the well-known Alpha Link line. It is ideal for extending your audio interface via ADAT and S/PDIF. As an alternative, Alpha 8 can be set up to provide an 18-in and 18-out audio interface by concurrently addressing all analog and digital I and O via USB. Alpha 8 maximizes your setup's potential with its class-leading conversion, adaptable routing, and flawless audio performance.
Zero Compromises
With the help of cutting-edge 32-bit and 192 kHz converters, Alpha 8 provides your studio with SSL-caliber audio performance. For your analogue outboard processors, samplers, synths, and drum machines, Alpha 8 offers line-level nirvana with its enormous dynamic range, remarkably low THD plus N and crosstalk, and remarkably low noise floor. The time for compromising is passed; record your sound with the caliber it merits. Its dynamic range is 123 dB for the output and 120 dB for the input. Furthermore, its input and output THD plus N are 108 dB and minus 110 dB, respectively.
Analogue and Digital Expert
Alpha 8 can be configured in a variety of ways to meet your unique requirements, ensuring that you can take full advantage of all the digital and analog I/O it has to offer. Flexible routing choices for its analogue and digital I and O are provided by ALPHA 8, regardless of whether you require a straightforward bidirectional Analogue ADAT and SPDIF converter, an aggregate 18-in and 18-out USB audio interface, or a combination of the two.
Analogue Input and Output Adjustment
Devices connected to Alpha 8 can maximize headroom and ensure excellent signal integrity by separately adjusting the operating level of each analogue input and output to plus 9, plus 18, plus 20, or plus 24 dBu. Alpha 8 guarantees that every connection to your equipment is completely optimized, whether it be for monitor controllers, 500-series modules, analogue mixers, or 19-inch rack gear. On the digital side, Alpha 8 offers exceptional digital audio handling through Word Clock in and out, ADAT, and S/PIF clocking options. This ensures jitter-free, rock-solid integration in your studio environment while enhancing the performance of your creative space.
SSL 18 Compatibility
Although Alpha 8 is the best audio interface expander for engineers and producers who want to add SSL sound and quality to their current setup, it also works well with SSL 18. Instantly add 8 channels (1 x Alpha 8) or 16 channels (2 x Alpha 8s) to SSL 18's I and O through ADAT. Ideal for easily incorporating analogue mixers, additional analogue outboard processing, and more.
Flexible Performance
Alpha 8's adaptable digital and analog routing opens up a wide range of workflow options. Make hardware insert pathways for hardware FX, compressors, outboard EQs, and 500 Series modules. To integrate external metering or amp simulators, use the S/PDIF I and O. As an alternative, use Alpha 8 as your main interface to easily connect digital and analog devices to your DAW through USB-C. Control Voltage can be sent from Alpha 8's outputs to electronic music makers to operate synthesizers, modular rigs, and FX pedals with CV capability.
Included Packages
For many years, SSL has assisted top-tier musicians, producers, and engineers in creating outstanding audio and music. Because SSL understands how important it is to have the appropriate tools for the task, they have teamed up with some of the major names in the business to provide you with the SSL Production Pack, which comes free of charge with registered ALPHA 8 audio interfaces. With the SSL Production Pack, which includes a number of essential virtual instruments, plug-ins, samples, and DAW, you can unleash your imagination and make your creations come to life.