Solid State Logic has announced the release of new SSL 360 V2.0, the latest evolution of its cross-platform Mac and Windows application offering a host of new workflow enhancements and features, including deeper Pro Tools integration with UC1, functionality updates for UF8 and UF1, and monitoring enhancements to SSL 12 and SSL 18 interfaces. The update is available now via SSL Download Manager as a free update.
“SSL 360 V2.0 reinforces our commitment to continuously enhance the U Series platform and integrate our audio interfaces even further with modern DAW workflows,” says Andy Jackson, SSL senior product manager, Studio, Solid State Logic. “From seamless track selection to hybrid control and improved monitoring options, these updates give artists, producers, and engineers valuable new features and enhancements for their U Series controllers and SSL 12/18 interfaces.”
The update introduces enhancements that streamline the management of multiple Channel Strip and Bus Compressor plugins within the SSL Plug-in Mixer via the collapse and pin feature, benefiting users of the 360° Link and Link Bus Compressor plugins. The new Hybrid Mode Pt.1 further bridges workflows between the SSL Plugin Mixer and the DAW. Additionally, SSL 12 and SSL 18 now support full customization of monitor knob outputs.
Track order in Pro Tools is now automatically mirrored on the UC1 controller, eliminating manual re-ordering. Track colors are displayed directly on the UC1, while track selection across Pro Tools, UC1, and UF8 is synchronized, improving workflow.
The new Collapse & Pin features allow users to streamline the view and control of multiple 360-enabled channel strips on a single DAW track. Users can collapse tracks for a cleaner interface and pin preferred plugin instances to remain visible during workflow navigation, in addition to switching between multiple SSL and third-party plugins hosted in 360 Link.
The Bus Comps feature offers optimised hands-on control of channel strips and compressors across tracks in any DAW supporting synchronised track selection. Selecting a track automatically changes both Channel Strip and Bus Compressor selections simultaneously on UC1, to help improve efficiency for a more fully integrated console-style workflow.
Hybrid Mode Pt.1 bridges traditional DAW control layers, with the Plug-in Mixer Layer on UF8 and UF1. Users can access automation soft keys and favorite DAW shortcuts directly from the Plug-in Mixer mode on UF8 and UF1, pulling through HUI/MCU or keyboard commands. FOCUS mode for the CHANNEL encoder is now enabled in Plug-in Mixer mode for UF8, allowing for more quick, point-and-shoot parameter control of any plugin. In addition, the Plug-in Mixer in SSL 360 itself now allows controls and faders to be adjusted with mouse scroll.
SSL 12 and SSL 18 firmware enhancements allow customization of the blue monitor knob outputs. SSL 12 users can assign any combination of outputs 1–4 or disable monitor control entirely. SSL 18 users can configure the monitor control to any of the 10 analogue line outputs and/or the S/PDIF output, well suited for surround/immersive setups. Both interface low-latency Mixers now support Mouse Scroll functionality for faders and knobs, further improving tactile workflow when controlled with FOCUS mode.
The new SSL 360 V2.0, and SSL 12 / SSL 18 software updates are available now via the SSL Download Manager.
www.solidstatelogic.com
Australian Distributor: Amber Technology www.ambertech.com.au
