The SSL Fusion is an all-analogue 2U stereo outboard processor created for the modern hybrid studio. The SSL Fusion introduces six completely new analogue colouration tools designed to bring the perfect combination of added tonal character, weight and space to your mix bus or stereo stems, with the detail, warmth and finesse that only real analogue circuits can provide.

The SSL sonic legacy is built upon a much-emulated collection of analogue audio processing tools that have featured in generations of studio consoles; pristine mic pre’s, classic Channel EQ & Dynamics, the legendary Stereo Bus Compressor, the Listen Mic Compressor, and the unique SSL summing bus. Fusion takes SSL into a new era with the introduction of a suite of new analogue processing tools that offer exceptional tonal character and versatility. Fusion expands the processing palette for hybrid studio owners and is a superb partner for the SSL Stereo Bus Compressor.

Key Features:

• A master processor with 5 new SSL analog color circuits
• Vintage Drive — a unique nonlinear saturation circuit designed to bring that cherished gradual analog overload sound you get from pushing vintage equipment into the sweet spot
• Violet EQ — a 2-band, minimum-phase-shift shelving EQ offering instant low-end weight and gorgeous high-end air; 4 fixed frequency points for each band with ±9dB boost/cut
• HF Compressor — high-frequency compressor optimized for smooth taming of brittle high end
• Stereo Image — a built-in M-S circuit that allows sumptuous sculpting of the side signal for wider mixes with increased depth
• SSL Transformer — a custom SSL design that introduces subtle low-frequency harmonics for added weight, with a touch of added transformer sparkle in the highs
• Access the hidden Listen Mic Compressor processor to add impact and energy to drums, vocals, and guitars
• Onboard Insert Point with Stereo and M-S operation
• 3rd-order HPF (highpass filter) to eliminate unwanted low end
• SuperAnalogue ±12dB center-indented Input and Output Trim controls for optimized gain staging
• Individual Bypass switches for each circuit to compare sounds with each circuit engaged/disengaged
• Master Bypass switch with two modes of operation: complete bypass (Red) and bypass that includes the Input Trim control (White)
• Master LED meter with 3-second peak hold segments switches from output to input metering upon pressing the Bypass switch
• Input clipping O/L LEDs that are triggered at +27dBu
• Balanced XLR I/O throughout for professional studio integration
• Enhanced dot-dash screening around controls for clarity and easy recall
• Adjustable front-panel meter and switch brightness to match the vibe of your studio environment
• Includes 120V (North America) and 100V (Japan) power cables

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