The SSL Pure Drive Octo offers far more than a simple eight-channel microphone preamp, combining versatile preamps with multiple sound circuits, insert points for external outboard effects, and the ability to function as a USB audio interface. The Pure Drive Quad offers three distinct drive modes – Clean, Classic Drive and Asymmetrical Drive – alongside four selectable input impedances, a USB-C connector for interface duties, and a state-of-the-art converter operating at 192kHz with up to 32-bit resolution: Despite all that, the real highlight is the SuperAnalogue PureDrive microphone preamp technology, a feature previously reserved for SSL's full-size ORIGIN mixing console. Completing the package are extensive connection options and a compact rackmount design of just two height units.

8-Channel Microphone Preamplifier

• 192 kHz / 32-bit AD converter (up to 192 kHz / 32-bit)
• 8x24 USB audio interface (44.1 / 48 kHz – 8 analogue input channels + 8 AES and 16 ADAT output channels)
• SuperAnalogue PureDrive microphone preamp technology from the ORIGIN mixer
• Stepped gain control with up to +65 dB gain
• 31-stage trim control with precise 1 dB steps
• 3 Modes for each preamp – Clean, Classic Drive and Asymmetric Drive
• Mic/Line input switch
• Four input impedance options for microphone preamps
• +48V phantom power
• Polarity switch and high-pass filter
• Design: 19" / 2 U

Connections:

• 8 Combo inputs: XLR / 6.3 mm jack
• Line input: Sub-D25
• Insert Return: Sub-D25
• 4 Hi-Z / DI instrument input: unbalanced
• 8 Line outputs / insert send: Sub-D25
• ADAT input and output
• 8 AES/EBU outputs: XLR
• Word Clock input and output BNC
• USB