Solid State Logic Super 9000 – All-in-One Analogue Channel Strip with SuperAnalogue™ Performance

The Super 9000 channel strip brings SSL’s legendary console sound into a single rack-unit. With SuperAnalogue™ circuitry, selectable VHD™ harmonic drive, dual mic preamps, full dynamics section and classic G-Series/E-Series EQs, it offers professionals the punch, clarity and precision of large-format SSL studios in a compact solution.

Key Features

• SuperAnalogue™ & VHD™ dual mic preamps: Choose between ultra-clean, high-headroom SuperAnalogue preamps or the Variable Harmonic Drive circuit for rich second- or third-order harmonic saturation.
• Comprehensive dynamics section: Includes SSL’s classic compressor (built around THAT 2181A VCA) with Fast Attack, Peak Detect, and gate/expander with hold and hysteresis.
• Selectable EQ circuits: Switch between the 292 G-Series “Pink Knob” or 242 E-Series “Black Knob” 4-band EQs, with unique features like LMF ÷3 / HMF ×3 modes and Bell/Shelf switching.
• Super-wide signal path: Ruler-flat frequency response (±0.1 dB from 20 Hz to 20 kHz), zero electrolytic capacitors in the audio path and ultra-low distortion for maximum clarity.
• Advanced routing and integration: Balanced insert point with pre/post routing, external sidechain input, input flip to route line through mic path, and linkable dynamics for stereo pair setups.

Customer Benefits

The Super 9000 delivers the iconic SSL console sound—renowned for hit records across rock, pop, hip-hop and R&B—into one rack unit. Whether you’re tracking high-end vocals, mixing complex stems, or adding harmonic richness to DAW outputs, this channel strip gives you world-class performance and versatility. Its dual-preamp design lets you switch from pristine transparency to saturated character effortlessly, and the comprehensive dynamics, EQ and routing ensure you have full control over your signal path.

Quick Specs

• Frequency response: ±0.1 dB from 20 Hz – 20 kHz
• Gain mic preamp: Up to +70 dB (with VHD) or high-headroom SuperAnalogue path
• Dual mic preamp impedances: 1.3 kΩ or 11 kΩ
• Dimensions: 1U rack (19″ width) – approx 483 × 44 × 305 mm
• Weight: Approx 4.5 kg

What’s in the Box

• Super 9000 channel strip unit
• IEC power cable
• Safety sheet

Use Cases / Ideal For

Ideal for professional studios, tracking rooms and mixing suites that require premium analogue front-end sound in a compact footprint. Particularly suited for vocal recording, stem processing, console-quality mixing and any scenario where SSL’s “large-format console” character is desired in a modern rack format.

Pros & Cons

✅ Pros:

• Legendary SSL console sound in a 1U channel strip
• Extremely flexible – dual preamps, selectable EQ, full dynamics and routing
• Super-clean audio path with ultra-low distortion and wide bandwidth

⚠️ Cons:

• Single channel strip – multiple units required for multi-channel setups
• Premium price point reflecting high-end professional specification

The Solid State Logic Super 9000 channel strip combines state-of-the-art analogue circuitry, rich harmonic control and flexible signal routing into a single-unit powerhouse. For studios seeking console-class tone and performance, this unit stands at the front of the pack.