BEGBROKE, UK - Solid State Logic (www.solid-state-logic.com) introduced Duality to the AES crowd in San Francisco. The large-format production console combines the analog sonics of the company’s legendary SSL E, G & K Series consoles with extended digital audio workstation integration capabilities. Duality is positioned as “the next generation console for those who love analog but work digital.”
The new mixer is designed to closely integrate with users’ workstations. Its split channel path enables channel processing to be placed in the input or monitor path of the workstation. In addition to a SuperAnalogue mic amp, each channel features a Variable Harmonic Drive input stage designed to add analog character to workstation outputs. A second to third harmonic drive control provides a range of tones, from the warmth of 50’s tubes to the edge of 70’s transistors.
There are both E and G Series equalizers and peak sensing or RMS/over-easy compression to choose from. Duality offers VCA-style or moving-fader automation and complete control over DAW parameters from the console channel rotaries. There are multiple stereo busses or multiple 5.1 stems to make the best use of a full set of 5.1 pan/positioning controls on each channel. TFT displays are used across all channels to provide comprehensive visual feedback on signal levels, channel settings, system configuration and routing.
Duality has a price point that’s half of its equivalent K-Series sister console.