Analog recording console with 48 inputs and delta-Control advanced integration of console and DAW automation
The Solid State Logic SSL AWS Recording Console reinvented the professional production console by combining classic SSL SuperAnalogueâ„¢ console technology with comprehensive DAW control hardware in a single work surface. The AWS is now used by leading international recording artists, producers and engineers and has shaped expectations for session workflow within today's and indeed tomorrows' production environments. The new console marks the introduction of delta-Control (d-Ctrl), a completely new analog console automation platform for SSL studio technology that unites the very best of automation in the analog console domain with DAW based workflow.
Designed for mid-scale commercial recording and production facilities, the AWS 948 features 48 inputs within a compact 24 fader frame. It also includes 24 mic pres and a stereo/dual mono channel strip that offers a second line level input per channel to provide 48 summing channels. All models deliver pristine SuperAnalogueâ„¢ summing, 24 ultra-clean SSL SuperAnalogue mic pres, classic SSL dual curve EQ on every channel, two assignable SSL Dynamics channels, legendary Stereo Buss Compressor, TotalRecallâ„¢ and full 5.1 monitoring. In addition to on board classic SSL Automation, all models feature the new d-Ctrl system.
The AWS also features Ethernet connectivity for streamlined hardware control over your entire Digital Audio Workstation environment. AWS delivers elegant, ergonomic physical control with dedicated heavy duty DAW transport, V-Pot multifunction encoders with position indicating LED's, Digital Scribble Strips, DAW fader mode, global and channel routing control and built-in TFT display for advanced plug-in editing. Project Session Management is kept simple through SSL's proprietary Logictivity interface.
The AWS is an SSL SuperAnalogueâ„¢ console, featuring the audio performance specifications that have established the benchmarks by which other manufacturers are measured. Exceptionally low THD, noise floor & crosstalk levels keep your audio absolutely pristine, while our legendary headroom carries every nuance of your audio and allows engineers to mix 'hotter' without distortion.