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Analog Stereo Master Processor

Includes 6 new circuits for signal processing and tone colouring in one device
Vintage Drive: Saturation for harmonic overtones and subtle compression
Violet EQ: Newly developed 2-band equalizer (shelving characteristic) with 4 selectable frequencies per band and +/- 9 dB stroke
High Frequency Compressor: Frequency-selective compressor to round off the high-frequency range and control unwanted transients
Stereo Image: Analogue M / S matrix for stereo broadening
Transformer: Switchable SSL transformer for subtle emphasis on bass and treble
Listen Mic Compressor: powerful compression with lots of punch, ideal e.g. B. for drums, via dry / wet control also for parallel compression
Switchable insert
Input and output level controls
Switchable high-pass filter with 3 frequencies
Level meter
Bypass switch
2 XLR inputs
2 XLR outputs
Dimensions: 19" / 2 U

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Available since December 2018

Item number 450167

Sales Unit 1 piece(s)

Compressor Yes

Gate No

Peak Limiter No

2-Channel Unit Yes

Attack/Release Adjustable No

19" Rack Compatible 1

Channels 2

Number of Input Channels 2

Frequency Bands 2

Height units 2 U

Connectors XLR

£1,379

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An analogue "fusion"

With the Fusion, SSL offers a completely analogue 2U stereo outboard processor that integrates perfectly into modern recording studio setups thanks to its outstanding flexibility and can be accommodated in a 19" rack setup. The Fusion comprises six completely redesigned circuits for signal processing and sound colouration whose purpose is to add tonal character, richness, and depth to the mix bus or mastering chain. Everything has been clearly arranged in a practical signal chain and optimised for a fast workflow, and the SSL Fusion promises convincing results with an analogue flavour in no time.

Controls on the SSL Fusion Analog Stereo Master Processor

Signal chain with character

At the beginning and at the end of the signal chain, the Fusion has trim pots with which the output volume can be adjusted to the input volume. This adjustment becomes especially important when carrying out settings on the vintage drive section, which adds more overtones and a slight compression to the sound by means of a pleasant saturation. After the drive section, the Violet EQ provides more punch and shine with its two-band shelving filter, and excessively harsh highs can in turn be tamed with the high-frequency compressor. The stereo imager generates more width in the stereo field; in addition, low frequencies can be opened up in width or focused in the middle with the Space control. And at the end of the chain, the transformer provides some additional colour.

Closeup of the SSL Fusion Analog Stereo Master Processor

At home in the modern recording studio

Users who are mixing or mastering and are looking for a device that combines numerous functions from different units may find what they are looking for in the SSL Fusion. As an analogue outboard processor, the Fusion can add more colour to the sound, especially when working with a long chain of plug-ins on a computer. In addition, the efficient structure of its various sections improves workflow considerably - ideal for the studio, where time is, after all, extremely precious. It doesn't matter whether the Fusion is used in a fully analogue or a hybrid studio, and it also eliminates the need for other analogue outboard devices when used in hybrid studio applications thanks to its flexible application options.

Input Trim on the SSL Fusion Analog Stereo Master Processor

About SSL

Solid State Logic (SSL), is a renowned British manufacturer of high-end mixing consoles and hardware. It was founded in 1969 by Colin Sanders and is based in Begbroke, Oxfordshire. Initially the company developed transistors to control church organs, hence the name Solid State Logic. At the end of the 1970s they made huge advances in the domain of large mixing consoles with the 4000 series which pioneered the oncoming era of the ‘super’ consoles. Later, the 6000 and 9000 series also proved to be a great success and are still being used in countless recording studios all over the world. In 2005, Peter Gabriel and David Engelke took a majority stake in the company and then sold it to the Audiotonix Group in 2017.

Creative sound processing

The SSL Fusion expands the creative possibilities of sound processing in the recording studio. For example, the vintage drive section not only adds colour and saturation, it also adds more distortion, which can be used creatively, especially on individual tracks such as bass guitar and drums. The high-frequency compressor musically lowers the treble to create a duller "vintage" sound on vocals, and if the treble has been turned up too much with the Violet EQ, the high frequency compressor can also be used to control the treble and create a bright top end in the mix that never sounds harsh. Bass frequencies can also be cut at 30Hz, 40Hz, or 50Hz using the HP filter and then boosted more with the Violet EQ without losing control and without the bass becoming too "boomy".

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Just okay and yet "assembled" in China

Barry Junius 03.08.2023

SSL Fusion worth the hype? might be. But I found that this unit did not blown my mind away. Firstly, I had bad experience with other item from SSL (that they did not soldered some component inside and makes me to open and repair myself), I asume that they lowering the working labour budget and comes with lower quality checking and the material of the product.

I guess it is the same with this Fusion. Beautiful unit in the picture and video, but again, did not impressed me much in reality. Have to say that this SSL's great and versatile in functionality aspect but sorry to try as realistic as possible but I really not sure it will last for two decades or so. Previously I want to buy SSL THE BUS+ after this fusion, but now I change my mind and after a Tegeler VTC / VTRC or Creme. Or if possible I will go for the Avalon products. Some product that not made or assembled in CHina

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SoundGame 01.12.2021

SSL making very good gears for modern studios, this was shocked me when it release. You can use it anywhere you want. my favorite was on 2bus and master. Any section of this device was very good, is hard to sound bad. The insert was really useful. Can have so many combo. The build quality was so Good. Very happy to have Fusion on my chain.

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Amazing device

Vidi 27.11.2019

I had to wait a long time for this beast but it was worth it. When I finally received it, it had a bent rack ear due to bad handling by the transport company. Luckily, Thomann did a good job in swiftly exchanging it with another one, so no complaints there.
As for use, it's simply a big step up if you work in the box. The EQ is stunning, and I especially like the Width functionality.
In short, quality doesn't come cheap, but this is really a good investement if you're serious with your sound.

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SSL Fusion is the Best

Moh.Khasrouh 30.01.2023

i have used it on my mix and it opened up my mix with the stereo image and vintage drive , it is a great device for mixing and mastering and you can even use it to saturate Drum Tracks and Vocals using Vintage Drive and many other things,i love the Violet EQ with the HF Compressor it sounds musical.

Cons : When i Turn on Vintage Drive it Gets Noisy and its very loud if you are using it for mastering, but still it sound great with it on and sometime i like the analog Noise in my master .

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