Solid State Logic SiX 6-Channel SuperAnalogue Desktop Mini Mixer

6-channel Analog Mixer with 2 SuperAnalogue Mic Preamps and 12 Line Inputs During Mixdown; 2 Mono Recording Channels, 2 Stereo Line Channels, 2 Cue Buses, and G Series Master Bus Compressor

Legendary SSL studio tools redefined and streamlined

To the casual observer SiX looks like any other compact desktop mixer. Look a little closer and like all SSL consoles, SiX reveals a carefully considered feature set that is driven by an obsessive desire for total flexibility, to encompass every creative eventuality. It may be small but SiX is a classic SSL design. It carries the DNA of 40 years of true expertise in creative studio workflow. Listen to SiX and you will experience the impeccable sonic performance that is the hallmark of every SSL console. It is powerful and intuitive. Inspired and rewarding.

SiX is a condensed professional console for use in the studio, in post-production, on stage, and for podcasting. SiX offers big console sound and an impressive set of utility features in a format that is small enough to stick in a bag a go wherever you need it. SiX is stunning value; it offers two recording channels with SuperAnalogueTM mic pres, two band EQ, an essential one knob version of the classic SSL Channel Compressor, a new two-band Channel EQ, inserts and 100mm faders.

There is a two-knob version of the legendary G-Series Bus Compressor on the main mix bus and the unique Listen Mic Compressor on the Talkback. In mixdown mode it is a very capable twelve channel summing system that offers analogue detail, depth and width to your mixes.

The SuperAnalogue Sound of SSL

SiX is an SSL SuperAnalogue design - it gives you the sonic signature of a large format SSL console on your desktop or in your backpack. Its signal path is fully balanced from front to back on everything except the headphone output. It delivers pristine, detailed audio with wide dynamic range, ultra-low noise, ultra-low distortion and superb imaging. If you want to know more about the technical reasons why SSL mixers sound so good read our Lifting The Veil document.

Features

• Compact desktop-friendly design with angled top panel for ergonomic access to controls
• Functions as a 6-channel (two mono and two stereo) recording mixer or a 12-input summing mixer
• Ideal for studio-based music and post production, live stage applications, podcasting, and more
• Delivers +27 dBu headroom, wide dynamic range, ultralow noise and distortion, and precise imaging
• Fully balanced signal path except for the headphone output
• Two mono channels with SuperAnalogue mic preamps, individually switchable phantom power, 1/4" line/Hi-Z inputs, 75 Hz high-pass filters, and balanced insert points
• Single-knob channel compressors feature signal-dependent attack, release, and ratio parameters with automatic make-up gain and adjustable threshold
• E-Series-style, gentle, 2-band channel equalizers with up to 15 dB of boost/cut, selectable shelving (at 3.5 kHz and 60 Hz) or bell (at 5 kHz and 200 Hz) modes, and in/bypass buttons
• Long-throw 100mm faders on all channels and main bus
• Two stereo cue sends with independent level and pan controls
• Per-channel PFL solo and 8-segment LED meters
• Channel mute buttons reroute signal away from the main bus to the B bus
• Two stereo input channels with -10 to +20 dB trim for line sources such as synthesizers, drum machines, and more
• G-Series Bus Compressor on the main mix bus; fixed ratio, attack, and release settings give you the classic SSL glue in an instant
• Two external stereo inputs with adjustable levels
• Flexible control room section with main and alt speaker outputs, mono and mute switches, and adjustable dim
• External talkback mic input with phantom power, 45 dB of gain, selectable LMC (Listen Mic Compressor), and adjustable output level
• Meters have defined segments for +24 dBu and +18 dBu to match the two most common 0 dBFS alignment standards (EBU at 0 dBFS = + 18 dBu, and SMPTE at 0 dBFS = +24 dBu)
• Gain reduction LED meters for channel compressors and main bus compressor
• External power supply with locking connector moves the power supply's electromagnetic interference away from the SiX's audio circuits, allowing uncompromising bandwidth with accurate phase and transient response
• Power rails are ramped on power-up to minimize thumps on monitor and headphone outputs