SOLID STATE LOGIC SUPER 9000 | All-in-one Analogue Channel Strip

Super 9000

SuperAnalogue Channel Strip

The Super 9000 brings the unmistakable sound and precision of SSL’s flagship studio consoles into a single 1 RU channel strip. Combining the core technologies of the legendary SL 9000 J and the modern Duality series, the Super 9000 delivers ultralow distortion, remarkable punch, and pristine clarity—the hallmarks of SSL’s SuperAnalogue design.

At its heart lies a dual microphone preamp, offering both SuperAnalogue (9000) and VHD (Duality) circuits, complete with variable impedance, +48V phantom power, pad, and polarity invert. The dedicated line input and Input Flip function provide additional routing flexibility for engineers and producers alike. A fully featured dynamics section pairs a THAT 2181A VCA compressor with classic SSL gate/expander controls, offering both precision and character through switchable knee, attack, and release behaviors. 

The four-band SSL EQ continues the tradition of SSL tonal flexibility, with fully parametric mids and switchable G-Series 292 ("Pink Knob") and E-Series 242 (“Black Knob”) circuits. High- and low-pass filters, a balanced insert point, sidechain options, and process-order routing make the Super 9000 a studio workhorse ready for any task—from recording and mixing to mastering. With stereo link capability, line output trim, and detailed metering, the Super 9000 brings SSL’s modern analog excellence to a compact, rack-mountable form.

SuperAnalogue Technology

SuperAnalogue technology creates a signal path so transparent and wide bandwidth that nothing is lost, putting the engineer right there in the room with the artist. Its key design elements include a super-wide audio bandwidth, a ruler-flat frequency response, ultralow transient intermodulation distortion, the absence of electrolytic capacitors in the audio path, extremely low noise and harmonic distortion, and exceptionally low phase shift across the audible spectrum.

The result is unmatched punch, definition, and a larger-than-life sound stage—qualities that define the modern SSL sound and are why SuperAnalogue consoles remain the professional’s choice for music production.

Dual Mic Amp: SuperAnalogue or VHD

Choose between two world-class preamps, just like on SSL's flagship Duality console. Opt for the pristine, high-headroom SuperAnalogue preamp for unmatched clarity, or switch to the Variable Harmonic Drive (VHD) circuit to add character and saturation. Shape your tone by dialing in 2nd order harmonics for rich, valve-like warmth, or add 3rd order harmonics for a harder, transistor-style edge. The INPUT FLIP button allows you to run the line-input through the VHD preamp, making it easy to add harmonic color to DAW stems or line-level instruments and sources.

Full Dynamics Processing

The Super 9000 features SSL's quintessential modern dynamics section, delivering ultimate control and punch. Built around the high-performance THAT 2181A VCA, the compressor includes a switchable Fast Attack mode and the Peak Detect option-first introduced on the SL 9000 console and carried through to the Duality series. It also incorporates SSL's classic Expander/Gate section with variable hysteresis built into the Threshold, plus a HOLD control for precise gate and downward expansion management. Additionally, Super 9000 allows the dynamics section to be moved pre and post EQ.

Pink (292) and Black (242) EQ Circuits & HP/LP Filters

Choose your SSL EQ: the 292 G-Series ‘Pink Knob’ EQ circuit or the 242 E-Series ‘Black Knob’ EQ circuit. The 292’s variable-Q design delivers smooth, wide boosts and cuts that tighten as you push harder, while its shelves feature a steeper slope and the signature ‘undershoot/overshoot’ for that renowned SSL musicality. The 242’s constant-Q design, developed in collaboration with Sir George Martin, gives more surgical control when compared to the 292. The Super 9000 EQ section also features two buttons labelled E Bell/G÷3 and Gx3/E Bell.

When in 292 mode, these buttons allow the Low-Mid Frequency to be divided by 3 and the High-Mid Frequency to be multiplied by 3, so that the mid-bands can be used to target frequencies far outside of their standard range, providing incredible flexibility. In 242 mode, these buttons switch the Low Frequency and High Frequency bands between Bell and Shelving modes. As expected from SSL, the EQ can be placed in the dynamics sidechain, and the High-Pass (18 dB / oct) and Low-Pass (12 dB / oct) filters can be fully bypassed or routed to input or dynamics sidechain for ultimate control.

Flexible Processing & Routing

Super 9000 includes a balanced insert point for integrating additional outboard gear into the signal path. The insert can be repositioned from its default location (immediately after the input stage) to the output stage, just before the Output Trim. Super 9000 also features a dedicated external dynamics sidechain (key) input, flexible processing re-ordering, and dynamics sidechain linking—ideal when using two Super 9000 units as a stereo pair.

The Input Flip button routes the LINE input to the Mic Pre, whilst the rear MIC connection becomes routed through the LINE path—an easy way to process line-level DAW returns with saturation/distortion processing at the mix stage, without having to manually re-patch.

Specifications

• Audio I/O
  • 1x XLR 3-Pin Mic Input 
  • 1x Combo XLR-1/4" Line Input
  • 1x XLR 3-Pin Output
  • 1x 1/4" Output (S/C Link)
  • 1x 1/4" Input (Dyn SC Input)
• Power Source
  • AC Input
• AC Input Power
  • 100 to 250 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
• Power Consumption
  • 20 W
• Mounting
  • Side: 2x Rack Ears
• Color
  • Black
• Dimensions
  • 19 x 10.9 x 1.7" / 482.6 x 276.9 x 43.2 mm
• Weight
  • 8.2 lb / 3.7 kg

In The Box

• Solid State Logic Super 9000 SuperAnalogue Channel Strip
• Power Cord Limited
• 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty