SSL PureDrive OCTO 8-Channel Microphone Preamp

The Solid State Logic PureDrive OCTO is an eight-channel outboard version of the SuperAnalogue PureDrive microphone preamp initially showcased in Solid State Logic's ORIGIN console. This unit not only faithfully translates the original preamp’s clarity and unique drive, but it also offers additional drive profiles and enhanced connectivity options for maximum versatility.

INSPIRED BY THE ORIGIN CONSOLE

Capable of both lifelike cleans and harmonically rich grit, the PureDrive preamp left an immediate impression when it first appeared in the SSL ORIGIN. The Pure Drive OCTO lets the preamp shine as its own unit, featuring eight mic channels equipped with sweepable Gain and Trim, independent 48V phantom power and high-pass filters, polarity inversion, and four input impedance options.

THREE UNIQUE TONE PROFILES

Explore a myriad of tonal possibilities using the Pure Drive OCTO’s three distinct drive settings. Clean mode captures your source with lifelike clarity and an ultra-low noise floor, while Classic Drive mode adds the analog warmth and distinct odd harmonics heard on the original preamp’s drive channel. Finally, Asymmetric Drive mode is a new tonal variation designed specifically for the SSL Pure Drive OCTO, emphasizing even harmonics in your signal for a smoother and fuller drive sound.

MADE FOR ANY SETUP

The Pure Drive OCTO supports a world of recording possibilities thanks to its comprehensive selection of I/O options. The unit’s rear-mounted combo XLR inputs, front-panel Hi-Z/DI instrument inputs, and D-sub connectors have all of your analog needs covered, while the integrated USB sound card, AES/EBU output pairs, ADAT out, and auto-ranging word clock ensure top-quality digital connections and expansions.

BUILT TO LAST

Whether you need uncompromised clarity or good-old-fashioned dirt, the Solid State Logic Pure Drive OCTO is built to deliver for years to come. Check it out today and experience the unparalleled sonic possibilities for yourself.

FEATURES:

• 8 channel high-performance PureDrive mic preamps
• +48 V phantom power, polarity invert and 3rd order hi-pass filter
• Stepped Gain control up to +65 dB gain
• 31-step Trim control, with precise 1 dB increments – overdrive the signal with the Gain control and then reduce to a suitable level using Trim
• 3 modes for each preamp: Clean, Classic Drive and Asymmetric Drive
• Mic/Line input switching
• Mic via XLR
• Line via choice of TRS jack or dedicated D-Sub connectivity
• 4x front panel Hi-Z/DI instrument unbalanced inputs with automatic input detection
• 4 mic preamp input impedance options – explore new tonal possibilities from your dynamic and ribbon microphones
• Balanced analog outputs/insert sends for external processing
• +24 dBu professional line level insert returns/ADC inputs
• Analog to digital connectivity via ADAT, AES and USB
• Ability to switch ADAT and AES connections to source audio from DAW outputs (USB) instead of the A/D converter
• USB soundcard mode
• 8-in/24-out (@44.1/48 kHz)
• 8 analog/8 AES + 16 ADAT outs
• Stepped pots and digitally controlled analogue electronics for precision, stereo matching and ease of recall
• Up to 192 kHz and 32-bit conversion, professional I/O levels (+24 dBu = 0 dBFS)
• Selectable Auto-Sleep mode
• Auto-ranging Wordclock In and Out