Product Overview
Fusion is a master processor meticulously crafted for the contemporary hybrid studio environment. Developed by Solid State Logic, a renowned console manufacturer, Fusion integrates five formidable analog coloration tools: Vintage Drive, Violet EQ, HF Compressor, Stereo Image enhancer, and SSL Transformer. These sophisticated components bring unparalleled tonal and spatial enhancements, imparting a touch of captivating analog magic to your mix bus or stereo stems.
Equipped with a comprehensive feature set, Fusion offers an array of additional functionalities to augment your audio productions. These include a highpass filter with three selectable cutoff frequencies, stereo/mid-side insert sends and returns for enhanced flexibility, peak hold metering for precise monitoring, and more. The true power of Fusion lies in its ability to utilize the five analog processors independently or in combination, enabling users to tailor their sonic treatments to achieve the desired results.
With its advanced analog coloration tools, versatile feature set, and meticulous design, Fusion stands as a pinnacle of audio processing technology. It is the ultimate solution for putting the finishing touches on your productions, elevating them to new heights of tonal richness and spatial depth.
Solid State Logic FUSION-SSL Features:
- A master processor with 5 new SSL analog color circuits
- Vintage Drive — a unique nonlinear saturation circuit designed to bring that cherished gradual analog overload sound you get from pushing vintage equipment into the sweet spot
- Violet EQ — a 2-band, minimum-phase-shift shelving EQ offering instant low-end weight and gorgeous high-end air; 4 fixed frequency points for each band with ±9 dB boost/cut
- HF Compressor — high-frequency compressor optimized for smooth taming of brittle high end
- Stereo Image — a built-in M-S circuit that allows sumptuous sculpting of the side signal for wider mixes with increased depth
- SSL Transformer — a custom SSL design that introduces subtle low-frequency harmonics for added weight, with a touch of added transformer sparkle in the highs
- Access the hidden Listen Mic Compressor processor to add impact and energy to drums, vocals, and guitars
- Onboard Insert Point with Stereo and M-S operation
- 3rd-order HPF (highpass filter) to eliminate unwanted low end
- SuperAnalogue ±12 dB center-indented Input and Output Trim controls for optimized gain staging
- Individual Bypass switches for each circuit to compare sounds with each circuit engaged/disengaged
- Master Bypass switch with two modes of operation: complete bypass (Red) and bypass that includes the Input Trim control (White)
- Master LED meter with 3-second peak hold segments switches from output to input metering upon pressing the Bypass switch
- Input clipping O/L LEDs that are triggered at +27 dBu
- Balanced XLR I/O throughout for professional studio integration
- Enhanced dot-dash screening around controls for clarity and easy recall
- Adjustable front-panel meter and switch brightness to match the vibe of your studio environment
- Includes 120 V (North America) and 100 V (Japan) power cables
Solid State Logic FUSION-SSL Specifications:
- Processor Type: SSL Analog Coloration
- Number of Channels: Stereo
- Analog Inputs: 2 XLR (main L/R), 2 XLR (insert return)
- Analog Outputs: 2 XLR (main L/R), 2 XLR (insert send)
- EQ: Low Semi-parametric, High Semi-parametric, High Pass Filter
- Features: Vintage Drive, Stereo Enhancer, Mid-Side circuit, HF Compressor
- Rack Spaces: 2U
- Power Supply: Standard IEC AC cable
- Weight: 17.6 lbs