SSL 9000J 72-Channel Console #1234 (Used)

Step into music history with this SSL 9000J, straight from Studio B at New York City’s renowned Power Station. More than just a console, this desk has been the creative engine behind countless legendary sessions in one of the city's iconic tracking rooms.

Since opening its doors in 1977, Power Station has set the stage for some of the world’s most influential artists like Bruce Springsteen, Madonna, Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, Herbie Hancock, Paul McCartney, the Rolling Stones, and many more. The studio’s signature acoustics and innovative design have attracted generations of hitmakers, from the era of Nile Rodgers and Chic to today’s chart-toppers. Now under BerkleeNYC’s stewardship, Power Station remains a cornerstone of New York’s recording scene, where classic heritage meets modern innovation.

This 72-channel SSL 9000J has been expertly maintained by a veteran technical staff, guaranteeing rock-solid reliability and that unmistakable SuperAnalogue sound. It’s the board of choice for sessions ranging from platinum-selling pop and hip-hop to jazz, indie, and orchestral projects. If you want a console with deep roots, proven performance, and a front-row seat to music history, look no further.

Own a piece of Power Station’s story. Let your next project be part of a legacy that has shaped the sound of modern music.

The Solid State Logic 9000J is an analog mixing console from Solid State Logic that was designed to draw upon and develop many of the features found is SSL's previous generation recording consoles. The console was introduced in 1995 and was used to create some of the biggest pop, hip-hop, and R&B hits of the late 90s into the 2000s. The desk employs SSL's legendary SuperAnalogue technology under the hood for massive and smooth hi-fi sound.

CONSOLE TECHNICAL DETAILS:

• Dimensions (L' x W' x D'): 13' x 4.5' x 3.6'
• Cosmetic condition from 1-10 (10 being 'as new'): 9
• List of cosmetic flaws: slight cosmetic wear from normal use
• Working order 1-10 (10 being as new): 8
• List of major working faults: All functions working but has some noisy pots and switches which are improved with standard cleaning; Solo clear doesn't work on right side of desk; MO Drive intermittent
• Does console have direct outs: Yes
• Direct outs transformer balanced: No
• How many lines inputs at mix: 144
• List of any modifications: none
• when was it last serviced: Has always been maintained by full time tech staff, 1 owner
• List of any spare parts included: Complete set of spare parts from decommissioned 72-channel 9000J from another NYC commercial facility, including 72 channel modules, faders, center section, etc. Almost everything except a second frame.

CONSOLE FEATURES:

• Model no. and qty of mic pre/EQs: SL911, qty 72
• Model no. and qty of compressors: SL911, qty 72
• No. of aux sends: 1 stereo cue
• No. of effect sends: 6 FX sends
• No. of busses: 48
• Phantom power: Yes
• Brand of automation: SSL
• Does automation work: Yes
• No. of speaker selectors: 3

ACCESSORIES:

• Brand and type of patch bay: SSL (Mosses & Mitchell?) TT
• Qty of patch bay(s): 18
• Location of patch bay: Remote
• Brand and length of cabling: unknown- 50'?
• Brand and type of furniture: N/A
• Is there a stand included?: Yes
• Is there a producer's desk included?: No

CONSOLE DOCUMENTATION:

• Is original manual included: Yes
• Is manual complete: Yes
• Do you have a recent tech report: Yes
• Are known modifications documented: No