Solid State Logic UF8: Take Control of Your DAW

SSL UF8 DAW Controller is a premium-finish, high-quality SSL touch USB studio controller designed for modern DAW-based production workflows with ultra-fast response times.

It can simultaneously control multiple DAWs as it itegrates with major music applications and includes ready-to-use workflow templates for Ableton Live, Cubase / Nuendo, Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, and Studio One. This feature is highly sought after by producers and engineers who prefer to split their creative process across multiple DAWs, and this is where the UF8 is exceptionally flexible and promotes SSL's Open DAW policy.

The unique ergonomics and workflow of SSL are based on over 40 years of production innovation.

It features 8 high-quality 100 mm motorized faders and 8 encoders with V-POT technology found on SSL AWS and Duality consoles, as well as 8 high-quality color LCD TFT screens that provide clear visual feedback, and a multipurpose Master Encoder for DAW timeline navigation, Track Banking, and mouse wheel emulation for practical and precise control, in addition to dual-purpose selection keys that allow quick access to the selected functions; Solo and Mute in Pro Tools ® and Logic Pro X ®.

If the 8 channels of the UF8 are not enough, you can connect up to 4 UF8s to the same system to create a 32-channel controller thanks to the USB Type-A Thru connection that connects to the next UF8 via the USB Type-C connection.

SSL 360º App

SSL 360° is the nerve center of the UF8. It allows you to configure the UF8 for your DAW. It is a cross-platform application for Mac and Windows that allows you to configure one or more UF8s for your DAW, customize user keys, and save / load profiles. SSL 360° also manages software and firmware updates so you don't have to worry about them.

In addition to 360°, the UF8 includes full licenses for the Vocalstrip 2 and Drumstrip plugins, highly prestigious and professionally high-quality SSL Native vocal and percussion production tools suitable for music, audio, and post-production tasks.

SSL UF8 Features

• Includes 6 months of SSL Complete

• Integration with LUNA and Pyramix

• 8 touch-sensitive motorized faders.

• 8 + 1 push rotary encoders.

• 8 x high-resolution TFT LCD screens.

• Backlit RGB soft-touch rubber buttons.

• All-metal enclosure with an anodized and brushed top panel.

• Expandable: connect up to 4 UF8s to create a 32-channel DAW controller.

• Works with the following major DAWs: Avid Pro Tools / Apple Logic Pro X / Steinberg Cubase and Nuendo / Presonus Studio One / Ableton Live.

• Up to 3 different DAWs can be connected simultaneously.

• DAW communication via HUI for Pro Tools. SSL software provides additional workflow enhancements with the addition of CHANNEL and PLUGIN Mode functions.

• DAW communication via MCU for Logic, Cubase, Studio One, and Live.

• The large multi-use notched encoder allows for DAW timeline navigation, track banking, and mouse wheel emulation for even more practical control.

• Customizable keys ready to assign your favorite keyboard shortcuts / macros.

• Assignable pedal switches.

• Included stands allow for adjustable tilt angles on the desk.

• Compatible with the ORIGIN modular center section.

• 19” 6U rack mounting kit available for purchase.

• Connects to your computer via high-speed USB, with no need to use computer networks or ethernet cables.

• Developed by the new SSL 360° software application.

• Quick setup for different sessions

• Drag and drop to reorder up to 4 UF8s

• Customize user keys

• Assign layers to different DAWs

• Saves changes intelligently

• Manages software / firmware updates

• Weight: 2.9 kg

• Dimensions: 431 x 266 x 62.7 mm (width x depth x height)