SSL SiX Desktop Mixer Overview
SSL SiX
The Ultimate Desktop Mixer
To the casual observer SiX looks like any other compact desktop mixer. Look a little closer and like all SSL consoles, SiX reveals a carefully considered feature set that is driven by an obsessive desire for total flexibility, to encompass every creative eventuality. It may be small but SiX is a classic SSL design. It carries the DNA of 40 years of true expertise in creative studio workflow. Listen to SiX and you will experience the impeccable sonic performance that is the hallmark of every SSL console. It is powerful and intuitive. Inspired and rewarding.
SiX is a condensed professional console for use in the studio, in post-production, on stage, and for podcasting. SiX offers big console sound and an impressive set of utility features in a format that is small enough to stick in a bag a go wherever you need it. SiX is stunning value; it offers two recording channels with SuperAnalogueTM mic pres, two band EQ, an essential one knob version of the classic SSL Channel Compressor, a new two-band Channel EQ, inserts and 100mm faders. There is a two-knob version of the legendary G-Series Bus Compressor on the main mix bus and the unique Listen Mic Compressor on the Talkback. In mixdown mode it is a very capable twelve channel summing system that offers analogue detail, depth and width to your mixes.
Key features, A fully professional condensed console for use in the studio, in post-production, on stage, and for podcasting.
Benchmark SuperAnalogue™ audio performance Ultra low noise : ultra-low distortion : pristine sound
Stunning Record Path Two SSL console grade SuperAnalogue mic pre’s
Classic SSL Channel Processing Essential versions of SSL Channel EQ and Dynamics
The unique Listen Mic Compressor Nothing slams drums quite like it!
Professional Routing & Monitoring The hidden versatility of truly professional features
12 Input Summing at Mixdown 12 line level inputs with channel and Master Bus inserts
Legendary Master Bus Compressor An essential version of the incredible SSL legacy
Completely balanced signal path Everything except the headphone jack is fully balanced
- Type: Analog Console
- Channels: 6
- Faders: 5 x 100mm
- Inputs - Mic Preamps: 2 x XLR (SuperAnalogue)
- Phantom Power: Yes
- Inputs - Line: 2 x 1/4" (line/Hi-Z), 4 x 1/4" TRS (2 x stereo line), 4 x 1/4" TRS (2 x stereo SuperAnalogue line)
- Outputs - Main: 2 x XLR (main out), 2 x 1/4" TRS (main monitor), 2 x 1/4" TRS (alt monitor)
- Aux Sends: 2 x Cue Sends
- Send/Return I/O: 2 x 1/4" TRS (send L/R), 2 x 1/4" TRS (send L/R), 2 x 1/4" TRS (Bus B out)
- Busses/Groups: 1 x Bus B
- Inserts: 2 x DB-25 In/Out (channel, main)
- Headphones: 1 x 1/4" TRS
- Talkback: 1 x XLR
- EQ Bands: 2-band EQ, Switchable Bell Curve
- Effects: Channel Compressor, G Series Bus Compressor
- Power Source: 5-pin 15V DC Power Supply (included)
- Height: 4.7"
- Width: 10.6" (including trim)
- Depth: 12.2"
