Solid State Logic (SSL) News and rumors

DAW CONTROLLERS

The Best DAW Controllers to Improve your Production Workflow

03 Aug · Is using a mouse too clinical? We discuss control protocols and check out some of the best DAW controllers for your home studio setup.

SSL Odyssey: Yes, It Has Dynamics

31 Jul · The SSL Odyssey is the new flagship large-format mixing console with instant recall, scalable from 24 channels all the way up to 96 channels.

BUDGET 500-SERIES

Budget 500 Series Modules: The Cheapest Way To Get Analogue Gear

27 Jul · Tired of analogue modeling software plug-ins? We check out some of the best budget 500 series modules for producing music at home.

Rupert Neve Designs Deals: Newton Channel

CHANNEL STRIPS

The Best Channel Strips for your Recording Setup

06 Jul · We've selected some of the best channel strips for your home recording setup, and we'll discuss how to find one that suits your workflow.

Harrison Audio Mixbus 11.1 Update adds Harrison Creator Pack

Harrison Audio Mixbus 12: New Post-Production and MIDI Features

01 Jul · Introducing Harrison Audio Mixbus 12, the latest version of the console-themed DAW with new tools for processing and MIDI editing and workflow improvements.

PRO-Q ALTERNATIVES

FabFilter Pro-Q Alternatives: Dynamic EQ Plugins

29 Jun · When looking for Fabfilter Pro-Q alternatives, there are many things to considers: price, sound, workflow, and additional features

STEREO EQS

The Best Stereo EQs for Mixdown and Mastering

22 Jun · Hardware EQs are powerful tools for shaping your master bus during mixdown and mastering. We check out some of the best stereo EQs.

Bus Processing: The Best Stereo Compressors under $2000

BUS COMPRESSORS

The Best Bus Compressors: Give It That Glue

01 Jun · Hardware processing on your master bus can transform your sound completely, we look at some of the best bus compressors.

SCARLETT ALTERNATIVES

Focusrite Scarlett Alternatives: Affordable USB Audio Interfaces

28 May · In this article, we look at a range of different Focusrite Scarlett alternatives from renowned brands to help you start recording without spending too much.

SSL 1: A New Budget-Friendly Interface

28 May · Solid State Logic expands its popular line of audio interfaces with a new entry model, the SSL 1, an ideal starter solution for home recording.

The Best EQs under $1000 for Home Recording

HARDWARE EQs

Hardware EQs for Recording and Mixing: Flavoursome Sound Shaping

11 May · Tracking vocals and instruments at home can be a challenge. We check out some of the best EQs for recording in your home studio.

SSL TCA Tour: A Compact System T-based Platform

11 May · The SSL TCA Tour is a compact and scalable mixing system, compatible with the Tempest DSP engine and control app for live and broadcast setups.

EQ PLUGINS

The Best EQ Plugins for Music Production and Mixing

27 Apr · We briefly discuss different types of EQ, and look into a range of the best EQ plugins for music production and mixing in DAW-based workflows.

COMPRESSOR PLUGINS

The Best Compressor Plugins For Music Production

13 Apr · We discuss the basic principles of compression and look at some of the best compressor plugins for your DAW-based music production workflow.

Thomann Spring Sale 2026: Awesome Studio Deals With Up to 60% Off!

26 Mar · At the Thomann Spring Sale, you do not have to hunt for deals like Easter eggs. We have handpicked the best studio deals for you.

MIXING CONSOLES

How To Use A Mixing Console: A Beginner’s Guide

16 Mar · Ever wondered how to use a mixing console? Here's a beginner's guide with awesome tips you can use to get the most from your mixing desk.

MIC PREAMPS

Which are the Best Mic Preamps for Home Recording?

23 Feb · Is a dedicated microphone preamp a necessity or a luxury? We take a look at some of the best mic preamps for home recording and find out.

SSL 4K Bundle: The Holy Trinity of Channel Strips

20 Feb · The SSL 4K Bundle gives you all three of the SL 4000 Series channel strip plugins, including the B, E, and G, each with its own characteristics.

BUDGET INTERFACES

The Best Budget Audio Interfaces: Get Great Recordings Affordably!

16 Feb · What's the best audio interface if you don't want to spend a fortune? Here are our picks for some of the best budget audio interfaces!

NAMM ROUNDUP

NAMM 2026 Studio/Live Roundup: The Analogue Era Is Over… Or Is It?

26 Jan · In this NAMM 2026 Roundup, we discuss some of the highlights of the show in recording and live sound, and how the industry is moving as a whole.

SSL ORIGIN EVO: Now With E-Series Dynamics

22 Jan · Launched at NAMM 2026, the SSL ORIGIN EVO console adds new E-Series channel strips to the ORIGIN series with new filters and routing options.