Solid State Logic UC1 & UF1

Solid State Logic UC1 Hardware Plug-In Control Surface

Elevate the sound and speed of your mixes with the Solid State Logic UC1, a console-style hardware control surface providing fast, intuitive, knob-per-function control of the bundled SSL Native Channel Strip 2 and Bus Compressor 2 plug-ins, which boast precise digital modeling, external sidechain triggering, and many other user-requested features. Whether you run it standalone or alongside the UF8 (available separately), the UC1 merges the ergonomic workflow of SSL’s legendary analog consoles with the impressive sonic performance of their plug-ins.

Connect the UC1 to your Mac/Windows computer with either of the supplied cables (USB Type-C or USB Type-A) and switch between three connected DAWs such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro, or Ableton Live. With smart LED rings, 16-segment I/O meters, and an authentic moving-coil Bus Compressor meter, the UC1 offers immediate and constant visual feedback. Change routing and load presets at the push of a button, and tap into the SSL 360° software to engage with multiple plug-ins at the same time.

SSL Plug-In Controller

UC1 is a hardware plug-in controller with dedicated knob-per-function Channel EQ and Dynamics controls, a center section featuring full Bus Compressor controls, and an authentic moving-coil gain reduction meter. The summation of these features yields a creative, intuitive, and ultimately effective way of controlling the new SSL Native Channel Strip 2 and Bus Compressor 2 plug-ins within your DAW session.

Console Ergonomics and Workflow

SSL production tools set a benchmark for studio ergonomics and workflow. UC1 draws on decades of analog and digital console design to develop an intelligent and deeply integrated SSL plug-in control surface that lets you focus on your production goals and not the process.

UC1’s layout of encoders, switches, and color groupings offer professional SSL console ergonomics seamlessly integrated with SSL’s most advanced Channel Strip and Bus Compressor plug-ins to date. Multiple parameters can be controlled simultaneously and precisely, equipping you with a production tool that nurtures muscle memory, provides unmatched sonic flexibility, and inspires operator confidence.

Every detail of UC1 has been implemented to keep you in control and informed of how your mix is reacting to processing. Dedicated front-panel encoders accompanied by an onboard high-resolution display allow you to move quickly between instances of Channel Strip and Bus Compressor directly from the surface. You can also load presets, as well as alter the Channel Strip process order.

SSL 360° Plug-In Mixer

At the heart of the UC1 system is the SSL 360° Plug-In Mixer; view and control all of your Channel Strips and Bus Compressors in one place. The 360° Plug-In Mixer offers an efficient way of interacting with multiple plug-ins simultaneously, further bridging the gap between console and in-the-box workflows.

Channel Strip and Bus Compressor

UC1 provides dedicated controls for all key Channel Strip 2 plug-in parameters. EQ, filters, compressor, and gate/expander controls offer the same configuration and visual feedback as found on large-format SSL consoles, allowing you to quickly find your channel processing sweet spot.

At the heart of UC1 are Bus Compressor controls. Its authentic layout and metering feels like you’re controlling a hardware bus comp built into the center section of an SSL console. With a classic moving-coil gain reduction meter as found on SSL consoles since the 1970s, it represents the Bus Compressor’s time constants and gain reduction characteristics perfectly for producers and engineers to know exactly how it’s reacting with their instruments, subgroups, and mix bus.

SSL Plug-Ins Included

Full licenses of SSL Native Channel Strip 2 and Bus Compressor 2 plug-ins are included with UC1. Channel Strip 2 is a full-featured Channel Strip, based on digital modeling of the EQ and Dynamics curves from the legendary XL 9000 K SuperAnalogue console. V2 adds SSL’s proprietary anti-cramping algorithms and the ability to trigger the dynamics sidechain externally. Bus Compressor 2 adds many user requests, with additional ratio, attack and release options, the ability to trigger the sidechain externally, as well as x2 and x4 oversampling.

FEATURES

• Legendary SSL workflow and console ergonomics meet the power of SSL Native Channel Strip 2 and Bus Compressor 2 plug-ins
• Knob-per-function control of included SSL Native Channel Strip 2 and Bus Compressor 2 plug-ins
• Muscle-memory operation and constant visual feedback via smart LED rings
• Onboard display tells you which Channel Strip and Bus Compressor plug-in UC1 is currently focused on, as well as giving you a value readout of the control currently being turned
• Load plug-in presets and change Channel Strip routing directly from UC1
• Authentic moving-coil gain reduction meter, driven from the SSL Native Bus Compressor plug-in
• SSL Plug-in Mixer (hosted in SSL 360°) provides a place to view and control of your Channel Strips and Bus Compressors, all from one screen
• Switch between three different DAWs that are connected to the Plug-in Mixer
• High-quality metal enclosure with a brushed anodized top plate
• High-speed USB Type-C connection to computer
• Includes USB Type-C and USB Type-C to USB Type-A cables, plus an auto-ranging DC power supply
• Utilizes SSL 360° Mac/Windows software
• SSL Workflow and Console Ergonomics
• Knob-per-Function Control of Plug-Ins
• Includes Channel Strip 2 Plug-In
• Includes Bus Compressor 2 Plug-In
• Works Standalone or with UF8
• Constant Visual Feedback via LED Rings
• Moving-Coil Meter for Bus Compressor
• Switch between Three Connected DAWs
• All-Metal Enclosure, USB Type-C Hookup
• Uses SSL 360° Software Application

Single-Fader DAW Control Surface

Add the renowned workflow of an SSL console to your DAW with the UF1 Single-Fader DAW Control Surface from Solid State Logic. Featuring a 100mm motorized fader, dual high-resolution displays, durable soft-feel rubber keys, and a weighted jog wheel, the UF1 puts all the essential control elements at your fingertips, with 46 customizable soft keys to provide you with a tactile, studio-style mixing experience that will help you focus on your creativity for professional sounding results. In addition to providing a winning combination of clear visual feedback and intuitive operation, the unit also offers deep integration with the SSL Meter Plug-In (license included) and the SSL 360° software (available separately), all in a desktop module encased in a robust metal chassis.

One to Control Them All

The UF1 can control up to 3 DAWs simultaneously and comes with profiles for Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, Studio One, Ableton Live, LUNA, and Pyramix. Dedicated transport controls and weighted jog/scrub wheel make moving around, even the largest session, quick and efficient. Secondary transport keys can be customized to essential workflow shortcuts, such as loop on/off and click track on/off. Or press the Shift button for fast access to DAW automation modes. The premium 100mm motorized SSL fader offers precise control when writing automation and of course, fine tuning track volume in recording and mixing sessions.

Dual high-resolution displays provide in-depth visual feedback of DAW track names, parameters, time display, the SSL Meter plug-in and 360°-enabled channel strips in the SSL Plug-In Mixer. Control SSL Channel Strip plug-in’s directly from the UF1 surface, with the plug-in’s EQ curve shown on the large display. Gate and compression activity is also shown on the small display. The large, multipurpose notched encoder allows for channel banking, mouse wheel emulation (Focus mode), and control of computer system volume.

Meter Plug-In and SSL 360° Integration

Beyond its comprehensive DAW control, every UF1 purchase includes a perpetual license for the SSL Meter plug-in, which is visualized on the large 4.3″ IPS display and can be controlled directly from the UF1 surface or the SSL 360° Plug-In Mixer. The SSL Meter Plug-In offers essential metering tools, including peak & RMS levels, K-System, stereo balance, phase correlation bar, Lissajous phase scope, 31-band RTA, and VU and PPM metering.

Expand UF1 with SSL UC1 and UF8 Controllers

The UF1 can be used on its own or partnered with UF8 for an even deeper SSL DAW control experience. The UF1 is also the perfect hardware expansion for the UC1 SSL plug-in controller, adding fader control and providing easy access to SSL 360°-enabled channel strip parameters alongside visual feedback of EQ curves.

For the ultimate SSL controller setup offering full SSL virtual console workflow, combine up to four UF8s with the UC1 and UF1.

Advanced Integration

Dedicated HUI and MCU DAW Profiles for

• Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, Studio One, Ableton Live, LUNA, Pyramix
• UF1 can switch to control the MASTER fader in MCU protocol DAWs

Proprietary Control of SSL 360° Plug-In Mixer

• Seamless integration with the SSL Meter plug-in (perpetual license included), with the metering plug-in visualized on the large 4.3” IPS display and control from the UF1 surface and SSL 360° Plug-In Mixer
• SSL Meter offers essential meter tools including Peak & RMS levels, K-System, stereo balance, phase correlation bar, Lissajous phase scope, 31-band RTA, and VU and PPM metering

Extend UC1 (available separately) Functionality

• Control 360°-enabled channel strips such as Channel Strip 2 and 4K B directly from the UF1 surface and view the EQ curve on the UF1’s large display
• Master mode for the Plug-In Mixer allows the UF1 to control a different channel strip to the one that is selected on the UC1

FEATURES

• Fully featured DAW Controller in a compact footprint. Control DAW pans, sends, plug-ins, and virtual instruments with ease
• 100mm high-quality motorized SSL fader
• 2 x high-resolution displays, including a large 4.3” TFT LCD display for visual feedback of DAW track names, parameters, time display, the SSL Meter plug-in, and 360°-enabled channel strips in the SSL Plug-In Mixer
• Dedicated transport controls and weighted jog/scrub wheel for total session control
• 46 customizable user keys ready to assign your favorite DAW commands or keyboard shortcuts
• Secondary transport row of keys can be customized to essential workflow shortcuts such as loop on/off and click track on/off; or press the Shift button for fast access to DAW automation modes
• Fader Mode allows you to use the 4 V-Pots underneath the large screen to control 4 track volumes at the same time
• A large multipurpose notched encoder allows for track banking, mouse wheel emulation for hands-on control, and control over computer system volume
• Use the UF1 on its own, or partner with the UF8 and/or the UC1 to enhance the functionality of both products
• 2 x assignable footswitch inputs
• Up to 3 different DAWs can be connected simultaneously and switched between using the Layer keys
• Powered by the SSL 360° Software application
• Tactile Control over 3 DAWs at Once
• 100mm Motorized Fader
• Dual High-Resolution Displays
• Durable Soft-Feel Rubber Keys
• 46 Customizable Soft Keys
• Weighted Jog Wheel
• DAW Profiles for Easy Setup
• Includes SSL Meter Plug-In License
• Deep Integration with SSL 360° Software
• Expandable with UC1 and UF8 Controllers