SSL Introduces XLogic SuperAnalogue Mic Amp For X-Rack
February 1, 2006
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Solid State Logic, the industry leader in high-end analogue and digital consoles, introduced the XLogic SuperAnalogue Mic Amp module for the scalable X-Rack system at Winter NAMM.
The XLogic Mic Amp adds additional SuperAnalogue processing from SSL's flagship XL 9000 K Series console to the X-Rack package. All circuits of the Mic Amp are directly copied from the XL 9000 K Series console and deliver the same audio performance and functionality.
The Mic Amp's electronically balanced, ultra high-bandwidth mic input features variable gain from -5dB to +75dB and variable impedance (1.2kOhm to 10kOhm) to allow matching of input to different output stages. The Mic Amp also includes instrument and line inputs, as well as fully variable high (18dB/octave) and low (12dB/octave) pass filters with individual in/out switches.
"The response to the X-Rack and its first module, the Dynamics unit, has been overwhelming," commented Niall Feldman, director of product marketing for SSL. "Since its launch we've been working with our community of users, artists, producers and engineers, to develop new modules for the system — based on their feedback. Alongside the Channel EQ, the Mic Amp was the most requested."
The X-Rack is a modular rack system that incorporates SSL's legendary Total Recall® capability. It was launched with a mono SuperAnalogue dynamics unit as its first module. With the addition of the Mic Amp and Channel EQ, which also debuted at Winter NAMM, a comprehensive range of top-shelf signal processing is now available to audio production environments ranging from the desktop studio to high-end commercial recording and post-production facilities.
The X-Rack system allows up to eight modules in a 4U 19-inch rack mount enclosure complete with Total Recall capability. The modules replicate the performance and look and feel of the XL 9000 K through a vertical control layout.
The Total Recall facility offers 32 local flash memory recalls and Save/Load switches for custom setup and recall of entire settings. An external interface allows integrated connection to the AWS 900 console. A daisy chain connection of multiple X-Rack units is also available. Total Recall data is easily saved from the X-Rack into the AWS and from there onto a DAW. For more information, visit their web site at www.solid-state-logic.com.
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