Solid State Logic: ALPHA 8 - Professional AD/DA Converter and USB Audio Interface

The Ultimate Audio Interface Expander

Building on the acclaimed Alpha Link range, Solid State Logic introduces ALPHA 8 - an 8-in/8-out professional-grade analogue to digital and digital to analogue converter, perfect for expanding your audio interface via ADAT and S/PDIF. Alternatively, you can configure ALPHA 8 to address all analogue 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.

There is No Compromise
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 analogue outboard processing, samplers, synths and drum machines. The compromise is over – capture your sound with the quality it deserves.

Analogue 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 analogue I/O it offers. Whether you need a simple bidirectional Analogue <> 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 analogue and digital I/O.

The Great Connector
Optimise your ALPHA 8 USB audio interface with individually adjustable analogue input and output levels from +9 to +24 dBu. This ensures maximum signal integrity and headroom for a variety of connected devices such as rack gear, synthesisers, mixers, modules, and controllers. With digital features including Word Clock, ADAT, and S/PDIF options, ALPHA 8 delivers jitter-free, rock-solid performance in your studio, elevating your creative space.

Main Features:

• 8 x 8 A/D-D/A converter with ADAT, S/PDIF, and 18 x 18 USB audio interface
• Professional audio interface expander solution
• State-of-the-art 32-bit 192kHz conversion
• Class-leading dynamic range, THD+N, and crosstalk specs
• Input dynamic range: 120dB, output dynamic range: 123dB
• Input THD+N: -110dB, output THD+N –108dB
• 8 balanced line-level inputs and outputs
• Up to 8 channels of analogue-to-ADAT and ADAT-to-analogue conversion
• Configurable operating levels for each input and output
• DC-coupled outputs are perfect for sending control voltages to CV-equipped gear
• 10 digital inputs and outputs (8 channels of ADAT, 2 channels of S/PDIF)
• Up to 2 channels of analog-to-S/PDIF and S/PDIF-to-analog conversion
• Up to 2 channels of S/PDIF-to-ADAT and ADAT-to-S/PDIF conversion
• S/PDIF available on coaxial or optical connectors
• Flexible conversion configuration
• Physical outputs can be fed with a combination of analogue, digital, and USB audio signals
• 18-in, 18-out USB audio interface
• Record and playback to all 8 channels of analogue and 10 channels of digital I/O via USB
• High-current front-panel headphone jack lets you audition any individual input or output (or stereo pair)
• 3 different settings to optimise for your headphones: Standard, High Impedance, High Sensitivity
• Dedicated front-panel input and output meters
• Word clock in and out + input termination switch
• Clock internally or from incoming ADAT, S/PDIF, or word clock
• SSL Production Pack ($1,100+ value) included with registration
  

Tech Specs:

• Channels: 8 x 8
• Sample Rate: 192kHz
• Bit Depth: 32-bit
• Analogue Inputs: 8 x 1/4" TRS
• Analogue Outputs: 8 x 1/4" TRS
• Digital Inputs: 2 x Optical (ADAT, S/PDIF), 1 x Coax (S/PDIF)
• Digital Outputs: 2 x Optical (ADAT, S/PDIF), 1 x Coax (S/PDIF)
• Clock Inputs: 1 x Word Clock
• Clock Outputs: 1 x Word Clock
• Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz
• System Requirements: Mac OS 13 or later | Class-Compliant, Plug-and-play | Windows 10, Windows 11 | Install included ASIO/WDM driver
  Connectivity: USB 2.0 Type C Connector (Includes Type C to C and Type C to A)
• Rack Spaces: 1U
  
• AC Input Power: 100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
• Power Consumption: < 30 Watts
• Weight: 3.6 Kg
• Discover more Solid State Logic Audio Interfaces [ALPHA 8]: https://solidstatelogic.com/products/alpha8