The Solid State Logic ALPHA 8 is an 8-in/8-out professional-grade analog to digital, digital to analog converter, perfect for expanding your audio interface via ADAT and S/PDIF. Alternatively, you can configure ALPHA 8 to address all analog and digital I/O simultaneously via USB, giving you an 18-in, 18-out audio interface. Featuring class-leading conversion, flexible routing, and impeccable audio performance, ALPHA 8 unlocks the full potential of your setup.
 
The Compromise Is Over
Using next-generation 32-bit/192 kHz converters, Alpha 8 brings SSL-grade audio performance to your studio. With huge dynamic range, stunningly low THD+N, unmeasurable crosstalk and an exceptionally low noise floor, Alpha 8 delivers line-level heaven for your analog outboard processing, samplers, synths and drum machines. The compromise is over – capture your sound with the quality it deserves.
Input Dynamic Range
- 120 dB /  Output Dynamic Range: 123 dB
Input THD+N
- -110 dB / Output THD+N –108 dB
 
Analog Agility And Digital Dominance
ALPHA 8 is capable of many different AD/DA routing configurations to suit your specific needs, making sure you can get the most out of all the digital and analog I/O it offers. Whether you need a simple bidirectional Analog <> ADAT/SPDIF converter, an aggregate 18-in/18-out USB audio interface, or a mixture of the two, ALPHA 8 provides extremely flexible routing options for its analog and digital I/O.
Flexible routing configurations
- 18-in 18-out USB Audio Interface 
 
The Great Connector 
The operating level of each analogue input and output can be individually adjusted to +9, +18, +20 or +24 dBu operating levels, ensuring optimal signal integrity and maximising headroom for devices connected to ALPHA 8. Whether it’s 19” rack gear, vintage synthesisers, analog mixers, 500-series modules, or monitor controllers, ALPHA 8 ensures every connection to your equipment is fully optimised. On the digital side, Word Clock in and out, ADAT, and S/PDIF clocking options ensure ALPHA 8 provides outstanding digital audio handling, guaranteeing jitter-free, rock-solid integration in your studio environment whilst elevating the performance of your creative space.
 
SSL 18 + ALPHA 8
While ALPHA 8 is the ultimate audio interface expander for producers and engineers looking to bring SSL sound and quality to their existing set-up, ALPHA 8 is also the perfect companion to SSL 18. Instantly expand SSL 18’s I/O via ADAT adding 8 channels (1 x ALPHA 8) or 16 channels (2 x ALPHA 8s). Perfect for effortlessly integrating additional analog outboard processing, analogue mixers and more.
 
Expand your workflow
ALPHA 8’s flexible analog and digital routing unlocks a multitude of workflow possibilities. Create hardware insert paths for 500 Series modules, outboard EQs, compressors, or hardware FX. Use the S/PDIF I/O for external metering or amp simulators. Alternatively, make ALPHA 8 your primary interface, seamlessly connecting analog and digital devices to your DAW via USB-C. For electronic music producers, ALPHA 8’s outputs are capable of outputting Control Voltage to control synthesisers, modular rigs and CV-enabled FX pedals.
 
SSL Production Pack FREE with ALPHA 8 Interface
We’ve been helping world-class artists, producers and engineers make great music and audio for decades. It's crucial to have the right tools for the job, so we’ve partnered with some of the industry's key brands to offer you the SSL Production Pack, bundled free with your ALPHA 8 audio interface.
 
Featuring a selection of must-have virtual instruments, plug-ins, samples and DAW, let your creativity shine and bring your productions to life with the SSL Production Pack.