SSL 2+ MKII: Should You Get It??

[@lander.96]

Came for the review, stayed for the track. Pure gold.

[@igorsenayoutube]

Damn, that lady killed it. Some old school R&B singing and instrumental right there.

[@DirtyRed]

Nice Mix on that track Bolo

[@BoloDaProducer]

Thanks 👍🏾

[@Kayford1979]

I heard a difference even on my iPhone especially in the first example beat..but not enough to justify getting the new model. By the way that girl can sing her ass off! And production sounds nice!🙏🏾

[@3xEStudios]

I’m sold ! Running mine into my tlm 102 so this was the perfect video to find rogue. Just bought it from Zzounds too

[@robertdurhammusic]

Tbh the only upgrade is the 32 bit conversion. I have the og ssl2 and it’s still amazing.

[@BoloDaProducer]

🔥🔥

[@ChrisBessy]

SSL2 is better than 2i2 Gen 4 ? I tried today the 2i2 and the sound in my m40x is not awesome ..... a little compressed .... SSL2 is better you think ? It's only 149 euros now on Amazon.

[@AaronOwenSmith]

yeah, sounds like the the mk2 has just a tiny bit more bottom to it and feels open, very close though, the older version sounds more closed or locked down , the top end seems the same though..

[@XaiBeats]

I forgot I was even here for the interfaces after hearing Megan 🔥 that run still got me shocked

[@Svett357]

thinking this is perfect for upgrading from my 2i2

[@CMane]

I agree and I’m actually thinking about doing just that.

[@Zoomborg]

That's truly quality review right there.

[@soufpro]

i've been on the fence about trading in my Zen Go with DSP FX for this. I like the ability of dialing in realtime with the Zen, but nowadays the native is pretty good and SSL quality is just great...

[@soufpro]

*update - so a day later I went ahead and pulled the trigger. Walked into Sweetwater and traded in the Zen Go for the SSL 2+ mkII and I instantly could hear the difference when I got it home! I’m happy in my decision! SSL for life! 🔥💯

[@paulvogel6303]

For me, if I can’t hear any difference on iPhone speakers, it don’t matter tooooo much to me. In headphones the + is a lil better imo, not enough to upgrade tho. But the + new outputs and Inst inputs makes all the difference

[@rolo5781]

Dope setup….iPad Pro 12.9 , ssl 2+,Akai mpk plus, mackie crx-x 5 running logic and Cubasis.

[@10thLtrBeatz]

SSL is a great interface I use the SSL 2

[@BoloDaProducer]

🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@TYLERBALLADS]

How does it compare to the volt ?

[@roberteismann1929]

The SSL 2+ MK2 has 32 bit converters which is very nice.

[@th-redattack]

Not 32bit float tho it won’t make any difference they use it more for marketing

[@Travisstyles]

If you broke but you want the upgrade just color your monitor button with a black sharpie from blue to black and there you go 😂😂.

[@Official360]

That song is GOOD Bolo 🔥, the mix is nice but that SONG 👏

[@user-zx1yy1pg7q]

nice video bro, the equipment and the chick's voice mix well

[@ianfrankis8653]

I also have the SSL 2 and always felt i should have got the plus for the midi sockets. Maybe this is my next upgrade.

[@Gramps99]

I have the full ssl controller setup. I was looking at upgrading my old presonus studio 1810 until i added 8 inputs of adat. So i would just stick with it. Now if ssl makes an 1810 or 1820 interface with the ssl 6K or 9k button with preamps then i will upgrade.

[@JesusName5084]

SSL 2+ has more clarity🔥🔥

[@JayfkProductions876]

If Ssl made a new version of the SSL12 or even an 8I/O That has loop back, Thunderbolt 3 or 4 i'de consider switching from my focusrite 18i8

[@kwrigh1668]

[SSL] 12 already has the updated conversion...has loopback, don't see them upgrading unless to bring all desktop interfaces inline visually with the new devices. ADAT is also an option. Also SSL has Pure Drive Octo.

[@JayfkProductions876]

@@kwrigh1668 compared to my focusrite 18i8 SSL 12 seems limited.. Loopback wasn't the only thing I typed, Loopback & TB3/4 Now if they go up to a 8 I/O unit that doesn't require buying a whole other device (ADAT) Then I'm all for that..

[@Deandre-r3j]

It already has loopback .. but a rack mount would be it for me

[@JCoop318]

Looks dope

[@BoloDaProducer]

Yes!!!

[@Dustedpages2]

You might want to wait! There will be another upgrade next year..... And my SSL 2+ sounded so much better when I didn't hear the sound of my card swiping. lol

[@DHONGORDY95]

great work bolo

[@BoloDaProducer]

Thanks!

[@01jg]

Do you think that because the SSL 2+MKII is 32 bits it would have better audio than an Apollo Twin?

[@th-redattack]

The ssl2 1st gen is already better than apollo twin in terms of pure sound the the mkii version makes it even better

[@TY2CD]

SSL's 32 bit fixed is not 32 bit float, meaning inputs still will clip and are not recoverable.

[@DiamondThief444]

is it me or did the 808 hit a little harder on the older version?

[@BoloDaProducer]

Now that I listen back…. it does 👍🏾

[@emanuelwhitehead6039]

@@DiamondThief444 it most definitely did hit harder

[@AnnasGameCorner]

@@emanuelwhitehead6039 Yeah, same here. The original has more pronounced beat, while the MKII seems to have more mids/filledo out sounds. Which one sounds better to you? I'm trying to decide which one to go for vocals, the original sounds better because of the harder beat but the newer one is nice how it has a little more "middle" added to it, making it more rounded, but with less punch.

[@konafama]

beautiful singing.beautiful production. what mic did you pair with it for her?

[@BoloDaProducer]

I mentioned it in video, the Neumann TLM103

[@konafama]

@@BoloDaProducer sorry I missed that. Thanks. Sounds wonderful!

[@DanteWilliams728]

How would that sound compared to the Volt?

[@BoloDaProducer]

Both sound good 👍🏾

[@DanteWilliams728]

@@BoloDaProducer I use my 476 Volt using the 1176 compressor, fast attack and 4k when recording live instruments. It has a certain harmonic. But I use my Apogee Symphony for vocals.

[@sierrasonoramx]

I bought the 176 a few months ago and then upgraded to the SSL 2. The difference is huge, the dynamic range in the SSL 2 allows you to get better recordings and wider mixes.

[@DanteWilliams728]

@@sierrasonoramx I’m going to get the SSL in the summer, but the Volt has some kind of harmonics built into it for the instruments and vocals. I don’t know, my Apogee Symphony costs more than twice as much and it seems to be able to keep up with it. Someone covered a Beatles song with the Volt and it sounded just as good as the $60 thousand dollar Hum mixer. I don’t know if SSL is beating that.

[@sierrasonoramx]

@@DanteWilliams728 yeah, volt's sound is super warm and rounded, can help you achieve the feeling and quality from old bands like the beatles for sure, specially when paired with the right plugins but, for a more clear and open sound, the SSL2 will do and also, you can opt for a warmer sound when producing. By experience, I found the SSL as a more versatile and better built interface. At the end of the day, it is all about what you like and make you feel inspired! If you are looking for that warm sound, can't recommend enough to try Luna as your go to DAW and to throw the Burnley 73 pre amp on every channel.

[@ThuThu-jz6xu]

Is the pre-amp good enough to operate sm7b without an in-line booster while having no pre-amp noise?

[@iyosipydas3156]

That song is amazing

[@Mill-on-da-track]

go ahead and buy the new ssl and donate your old ones to me 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@VersatileLifestyle1]

I need one plz 🙏

[@10thLtrBeatz]

@4:23 Outboard gear compatible !!!

[@BoloDaProducer]

Yes!!

[@leoportbr]

Great video! Watching it from south Brazil 👏👍 Unfortunately, the SSL 2+ MKII here is not affordable at all. Only one online store selling it in the whole country and at a cost of $778,00 (R$4.433,00), give or take. That's more than 3x the minimum wage per month in Brazil 🤡. Then you think, why not import it then!? Think again, because the taxes in order to do that will be around 92% or higher 🤡🤡 Hoping it gets lower prices next month 🙏

[@Deandre-r3j]

Shiiid you gotta be kidding.. I get one out the pawnshop 80$ top

[@th-redattack]

Ssl2 mkii 219€ and Ssl2+ mkii 309€ in Europe 778$ is crazy 🤯 with that money here i can get an rme babyface pro fs

[@perrykeshahwalker5321]

You know BOLO. I still use the Behringer UMC404HD and I have yet to find an audio interface sub $500 that sounds better. I know this is my opinion but I also have the motu M4 and have used other interfaces in and slightly above these price points. The SSL sounds cool but I like the slighty grittier sound of the UMC404hd. The other interfaces sound too clean.

[@TheRealTMajor]

I’ve watched a breakdown of all interfaces from a scientific standpoint and that Beheinger interface punches way above its price point. Extremely underrated

[@soundsfromYYBY]

Price dont always make something great..i learned you paying for the NAME and the most different feature.

[@BoloDaProducer]

True!

[@emanuelwhitehead6039]

that beat hot

[@BoloDaProducer]

Thanks

[@emanuelwhitehead6039]

Dammmm!’ You should post that beat I can vibe to that on because it moves me

[@Deandre-r3j]

Bruh their best bet is coming out with a rack mount then I'm sold again

[@tuneunleashed]

Rather get an RME Babyface Pro FS

[@BoloDaProducer]

This is much less and pretty much sounds the same

[@digitaldiezel5870]

Save the extra an put it towards an SSL Six.

[@anishranjansarkar1969]

It's all about your budget and making choices within that.

[@tuneunleashed]

@@digitaldiezel5870 damn…that sh!t’s two grand where I’m from lol. I can’t afford that right now. Looks good though. I may consider it in the future.

[@guy3641]

And I’d rather drive a Bentley than a Honda civic

[@The_Albanian_Syndicate]

Don't bother wasting your cheese on the new one, it's no different than the first model. Senseless release if you ask me

[@sweedlowery]

I don't agree with that the new definitely has a better sound. Now I will say it's not so significant that I'd be missing anything if you didn't upgrade but if you're an audiophile you will definitely appreciate the clarity change

[@HoodHandyman]

@@sweedlowery not significant that I'd be missing anything if you didn't upgrade end quote. So whats the point !!

[@ItsClutchLmao]

@@HoodHandymanprobably for the people who don’t have the old one. atleast that’s why i’m looking, def grabbing this

[@lovelegacy500]

The New Focusrite is Killing SSL....and I was an SSL Fan but the 4th Gen Focusrite and Presonus are Much better Less Noise 📊

[@BoloDaProducer]

I wouldn’t say killing it.. they all are very close

[@konafama]

@@lovelegacy500 Yup. traded my UAD476 for the 4i4 4th Gen. And I’m a UAD fan. Been rocking with them for 20+years ). 4thGen is just that 20% much better sounding to me. I haven’t seen any comparos of the 4th gen vs SSL’s 2nd gen.

[@HoodHandyman]

I hear no difference

[@BoloDaProducer]

Very slight