The SSL UF8 Advanced DAW Controller is an essential studio controller for any modern music maker. In a climate where most professionals now work within the box the UF8 provides you with a hands-on approach to music-making. Theyll be no second guesses or deliberation. The ability to ride and automate faders will make your approach to recording and mixing feel instinctive ensuring the finest results possible that simply cannot be achieved with a mouse. Take command of your workflow today. Youll be free to work on up to eight channels at once. This is particularly useful when applying the finishing touches to your mix via VCA groupings and can also be used to manually ride effect auxes to heighten emotional points within a performance. Housed within an all-metal enclosure the UF8 will become the proud centre-piece of your studio / mix environment. Make your life easier and recordings sound better than ever before. The Solid State Logic UC1 Channel Strip & Bus Compressor Controller is a dedicated hardware controller for your SSL Channel Strip and Bus Compressor plugins. The SSL UC1 presents the next level in hardware plugin control. Dedicated studio-quality encoders are combined with state of the art switches and a high-resolution display with a moving-coil gain reduction meter to create the ultimate centrepiece in your studio giving you hands-on control like never before. Seamless integration with most major DAWs the Solid State Logic UC1 provides you with professional SSL console ergonomics and sonic perfection. UF8 Advanced DAW Controller Speed up your session SSL are masters of production workflow and the UF8 reflects that. Youll be granted simultaneous access to multiple DAWs as well as precise navigation thanks to the innovative master encoder. This also allows you to explore the timeline track banking and mouse wheel emulation functions. Thanks to dual-purpose selection keys youll be provided with instantaneous access to key functions alongside solo and mute clearing in Pro Tools and Logic Pro sessions. Effortless expansion Every UF8 boasts 43 assignable user keys that are spread out across five configurable banks this allows users to tailor the device to suit their every want and need without any compromises. Should you desire to create your own innovative mixing set up then youll be able to connect up to four UF8s within a single system providing you with an impressive total of 32 channels. With this youll be able to take on any task that comes your way. The UF8 can also be positioned in six different angles of elevation via the adjustable stand thats included to find the set-up thats right for you. Make your life easier The all new 360° software app ensures quick and easy configuration of your UF8. When youre using an expand system youll find that the “drag and drop” set-up ensures dynamic access to every individual controller. Youll also be able to alter workflows in order to create three different DAW layers for a stress-free experience without your productivity suffering! Bonus plugins! The UF8 comes complete with two powerful native plugins that will inject a new lease of life into your recordings and mixes. The VocalStrip plug-in features four select vocal processing tools with SSL’s own unique twist. You can use this to bring studio-quality vocal processing to your mixes with an informative visual feedback showing you everything you need to see when it comes to your audio signal. The DrumStrip plugin is similar but is designed for use with drum tracks. UC1 Channel Strip & Bus Compressor Controller SSL sound and workflow Delivering the most accurate and detailed modelling to date the Bus Compressor 2 and Channel Strip 2 plugins have been developed from the modelling of the renowned XL 9000K console providing you with everything you need achieve sonic perfection in your DAW. Using original data sheets and specifications the UC1 includes SSLs proprietary anti-cramping algorithms as well a hugely detailed component level recreation to create the best sounding SSL Channel strip ever with all of the punch and headroom you need to create pristine radio-ready music! Intuitive and lightning fast Ensuring that you are always in control of your mix the UC1 features dedicated front panel encoders and an onboard high-resolution display to feedback how your mix is reacting with the adjustments you make. Quickly move between instances of Channel Strip 2 and Bus Compressor 2 directly from the surface avoiding any unnecessary mouse-clicking and time-consuming loading times. Not only that but you can also load presets as well as alter the Channel Strip process to re-arrange how your channel strip reacts with your music control your UC1 with ultimate freedom without even needing to consult your DAW. DAW integration Compatible with most major DAWs including Pro Tools Logic Pro Cubase Ableton Live Studio One and Reaper the UC1 will be able to work around you and your studio. The included Channel Strip 2 and Bus Compressor 2 plugins will work in standalone mode with any AU/VST/VST3 DAW meaning you dont need to have your UC1 plugged in to reap the benefits of these state of the art plugins. Features UF8 Advanced DAW ControllerComes complete in all metal enclosure finished with a brushed anodised top plate Control of any plug-in parameter you hover the mouse over with absolute precision Customised workflows possible with 43 assignable keys per UF8 Includes high-resolution colour displaysUC1 Channel Strip & Bus Compressor ControllerLegendary SSL workflow and console ergonomics meets the power of SSL Native Channel Strip 2 and Bus Compressor 2 plugins Every UC1 purchase includes licenses for SSL Native Channel Strip 2 and Bus Compressor 2 plugins Knob per-function control of SSL Native Channel Strip 2 and Bus Compressor 2 plugins Authentic moving-coil Bus Compressor gain reduction meter driven digitally from the SSL Native Bus Compressor plugins SSL Plugin Mixer (hosted in SSL 360-degrees provides a place to view and control of your Channel Strips and Bus Compressors all from one screen Muscle-memory operation and constant visual feedback via the smart LED rings UC1 display tells you which Channel Strip 2 and Bus Compressor 2 plugin UC1 is currently focused on UC1 display gives you a value readout of the control currently being turned Load Plugin Presets and Channel Strip change routing directly from UC1 Switch between 3 different DAWs that are connected to the Plugin Mixer High quality all-metal enclosure with a brushed anodised top plate High-speed USB connection to computer Powered by SSL 360-degree Mac and PC softwareSpecifications UF8 Advanced DAW ControllerSupported DAWs:Pro Tools Logic Pro X Cubase / Nuendo Ableton Live Studio OneSystem Requirements:SSL 360° software requires the following:Mac – 10.13 (High Sierra) and above Windows – Windows 8.1 (64-bit) or Windows 10 (64-bit) Intel 3rd Gen Core i5 (or comparable AMD processor) CPU running at 2.4GHz or higher 8GB RAM or more is recommended Internet-connection for software updates from SSL 360° applicationDimensions: 17” x 10.5” x 2.4” / 431 x 266 x 62.7 mm Weight: 2.9 kg / 6.4 lbs Product Code: SSL0100UC1 Channel Strip & Bus Compressor ControllerSSL 360 degree SSL Native Channel Strip 2 and Bus Compressor Operating System Requirements:SSL 360 degree software must be installed on your Mac or Windows computer in order to use SSL UC1. SSL 360 degree is available from the Downloads page. Mac: 10.14 (Mojave) 10.15 (Catalina) 11 Big Sur (Intel) 11 Big Sur (M1*) *M1 support is only for Rosetta mode only currently. Windows: Windows 10 (64-bit)SSL Native Channel Strip 2 and Bus Compressor 2 Plugins Format:64-Bit Hosts AAX Native AU VST3 and VST PluginsSoftware Licensing Requirements:SSL User account iLok User accountScreen Resolution Requirements: 1280 × 960 Non Retina Macbook displays are not supported Hardware requirements:Intel 3rd Gen Core i5 (or comparable AMD processor) CPU running at 2.4GHz or higher 8GB RAM or more is recommended Internet-connection for software updates from SSL 360 degree applicationDimensions (W x D x H): 300mm x 266mm x 61mm Weight: 2.1kg Product Code: UC1