Solid State Logic releases SSL 360° v2.0 Software - Feature and Workflow Updates for U-series Controllers and USB Audio Interfaces

Solid State Logic has announced the latest evolution of its cross-platform macOS and Windows application, which forms the 'brains' of all its 360°-enabled software and hardware, SSL 360 V2.0. The V2.0 update brings a host of new workflow enhancements and features, including deeper Pro Tools integration with UC1, significant functionality updates for UF8 and UF1 and monitoring enhancements to SSL 12 and SSL 18 interfaces. The software 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. 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.

Andy Jackson, SSL Senior Product Manager, Studio, Solid State Logic

Building on the success of the 360° Link and Link Bus Compressor plug-ins - which introduced third-party plug-in integration for the UC1 controller - SSL 360° V2.0 further evolves the U Series ecosystem and SSL 12 / SSL 18 interfaces. This update introduces enhancements that streamline the management of multiple Channel Strip and Bus Compressor plug-ins within the SSL Plug-in Mixer via the collapse and pin feature, particularly benefiting users of the 360° Link and Link Bus Compressor plug-ins. The new Hybrid Mode Pt.1 further bridges workflows between the SSL Plug-in Mixer and the DAW. Additionally, SSL 12 and SSL 18 now support full customisation of monitor knob outputs.

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Key Features of SSL 360 V2.0 Include:

• Enhanced Pro Tools and UC1 integration: Track order in Pro Tools is now automatically mirrored on the UC1 controller, eliminating manual re-ordering. Track colours are displayed directly on the UC1, while track selection across Pro Tools, UC1, and UF8 is fully synchronised, vastly improving workflow.
• UF8 and 360 Plug-in Mixer updates: The new Collapse & Pin features allow users to streamline the view and control of multiple 360-enabled channel strips on a single DAW track. Collapse tracks for a cleaner interface and pin preferred plug-in instances to remain visible during workflow navigation. Easily switch between multiple SSL and third-party plug-ins hosted in 360 Link.
• Bus Comps follow track selection: This 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, vastly improving efficiency for a fully integrated console-style workflow.
• Hybrid Mode Pt.1: This bridges traditional DAW control layers, with the Plug-in Mixer Layer on UF8 and UF1. Users can access automation soft keys and favourite 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 quick, point-and-shoot parameter control of any plug-in. 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: These allow full customisation 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—ideal 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: solidstatelogic.com/ssl-download-manager

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