Solid State Logic UF8 Advanced DAW Control Surface with 8 Faders

$1,299.99

Solid State Logic UF8 – Advanced DAW Controller

Accelerated creativity, intelligent production.
The SSL UF8 is a professional studio controller designed for fast, modern DAW-based workflows. With 8 motorised faders, high-resolution displays, and deep workflow integration, UF8 connects producers, engineers, and artists directly to the creative process—dramatically improving speed, precision, and productivity.

UF8 represents the culmination of SSL’s 40+ years of console design, workflow mastery, and studio ergonomics. This engineering excellence is distilled into a premium-finish USB controller built for modern music creation, mixing, content production, and post-production.

Music Creation & Production

With UF8 at the center of your studio, navigating large sessions becomes effortless. Hi-resolution visual feedback and intuitive controls help you stay creative longer, focusing on the music—not the mouse.

Content Creation & Webcasting

Solo tracks instantly, trigger your favorite edits, and accelerate your content workflow. UF8 helps creators produce faster and deliver more engaging results.

Post-Production

UF8 offers smooth, precise automation for dialogue and sound design. Assign essential shortcuts to user-keys for a workflow tailored to your post-production needs.

Music Mixing

Bring feel and expression back into your mixes with 100 mm motorised faders—perfect for balancing tracks or riding effects. Expand your setup to 32 faders (4× UF8) for the full SSL mix experience.

Advanced Workflow

UF8 is built from deep understanding of production needs:

  • Control multiple DAWs simultaneously

  • Multi-purpose Master Encoder for timeline navigation

  • Track banking & mouse wheel emulation

  • Dedicated automation section

  • Channel & Plug-In control modes for enhanced Pro Tools workflows

  • Quick access to solos, mutes, sends & plug-ins

Key Features

  • 100 mm touch-sensitive motorised faders

  • High-resolution color displays

  • Brushed anodized all-metal enclosure

  • 8 endless rotary encoders

  • 43 assignable workflow keys (5× banks of 8 + 3 Quick Keys)

  • Intelligent CHANNEL encoder with scroll-emulation precision

  • Hi-speed USB connectivity

  • Custom workflows via SSL 360° software

Detailed Component Features

100 mm Touch-Sensitive Faders

Premium feel, engineered precision, and SSL-grade response.

High-Resolution Color Displays

Clear, constant visual feedback: levels, pan, routing, naming, and more.

Endless Rotary Encoders

V-POT workflow from SSL AWS & Duality consoles for seamless parameter control.

Intelligent CHANNEL Encoder

Control any plug-in parameter under your mouse cursor.

Custom Workflows

Configure macros and shortcuts for complete session control using 43 assignable keys.

Human Engineering

Six adjustable positioning angles with included stands. Optional 19" rack-mount kit.

Multi-Unit Chaining

Link multiple UF8s: build 16, 24, or 32-channel SSL production systems.

Rear Panel Connectivity

  • USB-C port (C-to-C and C-to-A cables included)

  • USB-A port for daisy-chain communication or dongles

  • Two footswitch jack inputs

  • External auto-ranging PSU port

SSL 360° Software

SSL 360° is the command center for UF8:

  • Configure DAW profiles

  • Customize user keys

  • Manage firmware & updates

  • Save/load layouts

Includes Vocalstrip 2 and Drumstrip full plug-in licenses.

Open DAW Policy – Multi-DAW Support

Official profiles available for:

  • Pro Tools

  • Logic Pro

  • Cubase / Nuendo

  • Ableton Live

  • Studio One

  • LUNA

  • REAPER

  • FL Studio

  • Digital Performer

  • Bitwig

  • Mixbus

  • Pyramix

  • Samplitude / Sequoia

Control up to 3 DAWs simultaneously.

System Requirements

Mac:

  • macOS 13 Ventura, 14 Sonoma, 15 Sequoia, 26 Tahoe

Windows:

  • Windows 10 or 11

Hardware:

  • Intel 3rd Gen Core i5 or equivalent

  • 8 GB RAM recommended

  • Internet connection for SSL 360° updates

Physical Specifications

Unit Dimensions:
17” × 10.5” × 2.4”
(431 × 266 × 62.7 mm)

Weight:

  • Unboxed: 6.4 lbs (2.9 kg)

  • Boxed: 11.02 lbs (5.0 kg)

Solid State Logic UF8 – Advanced DAW Controller

Accelerated creativity, intelligent production.
The SSL UF8 is a professional studio controller designed for fast, modern DAW-based workflows. With 8 motorised faders, high-resolution displays, and deep workflow integration, UF8 connects producers, engineers, and artists directly to the creative process—dramatically improving speed, precision, and productivity.

UF8 represents the culmination of SSL’s 40+ years of console design, workflow mastery, and studio ergonomics. This engineering excellence is distilled into a premium-finish USB controller built for modern music creation, mixing, content production, and post-production.

Music Creation & Production

With UF8 at the center of your studio, navigating large sessions becomes effortless. Hi-resolution visual feedback and intuitive controls help you stay creative longer, focusing on the music—not the mouse.

Content Creation & Webcasting

Solo tracks instantly, trigger your favorite edits, and accelerate your content workflow. UF8 helps creators produce faster and deliver more engaging results.

Post-Production

UF8 offers smooth, precise automation for dialogue and sound design. Assign essential shortcuts to user-keys for a workflow tailored to your post-production needs.

Music Mixing

Bring feel and expression back into your mixes with 100 mm motorised faders—perfect for balancing tracks or riding effects. Expand your setup to 32 faders (4× UF8) for the full SSL mix experience.

Advanced Workflow

UF8 is built from deep understanding of production needs:

  • Control multiple DAWs simultaneously

  • Multi-purpose Master Encoder for timeline navigation

  • Track banking & mouse wheel emulation

  • Dedicated automation section

  • Channel & Plug-In control modes for enhanced Pro Tools workflows

  • Quick access to solos, mutes, sends & plug-ins

Key Features

  • 100 mm touch-sensitive motorised faders

  • High-resolution color displays

  • Brushed anodized all-metal enclosure

  • 8 endless rotary encoders

  • 43 assignable workflow keys (5× banks of 8 + 3 Quick Keys)

  • Intelligent CHANNEL encoder with scroll-emulation precision

  • Hi-speed USB connectivity

  • Custom workflows via SSL 360° software

Detailed Component Features

100 mm Touch-Sensitive Faders

Premium feel, engineered precision, and SSL-grade response.

High-Resolution Color Displays

Clear, constant visual feedback: levels, pan, routing, naming, and more.

Endless Rotary Encoders

V-POT workflow from SSL AWS & Duality consoles for seamless parameter control.

Intelligent CHANNEL Encoder

Control any plug-in parameter under your mouse cursor.

Custom Workflows

Configure macros and shortcuts for complete session control using 43 assignable keys.

Human Engineering

Six adjustable positioning angles with included stands. Optional 19" rack-mount kit.

Multi-Unit Chaining

Link multiple UF8s: build 16, 24, or 32-channel SSL production systems.

Rear Panel Connectivity

  • USB-C port (C-to-C and C-to-A cables included)

  • USB-A port for daisy-chain communication or dongles

  • Two footswitch jack inputs

  • External auto-ranging PSU port

SSL 360° Software

SSL 360° is the command center for UF8:

  • Configure DAW profiles

  • Customize user keys

  • Manage firmware & updates

  • Save/load layouts

Includes Vocalstrip 2 and Drumstrip full plug-in licenses.

Open DAW Policy – Multi-DAW Support

Official profiles available for:

  • Pro Tools

  • Logic Pro

  • Cubase / Nuendo

  • Ableton Live

  • Studio One

  • LUNA

  • REAPER

  • FL Studio

  • Digital Performer

  • Bitwig

  • Mixbus

  • Pyramix

  • Samplitude / Sequoia

Control up to 3 DAWs simultaneously.

System Requirements

Mac:

  • macOS 13 Ventura, 14 Sonoma, 15 Sequoia, 26 Tahoe

Windows:

  • Windows 10 or 11

Hardware:

  • Intel 3rd Gen Core i5 or equivalent

  • 8 GB RAM recommended

  • Internet connection for SSL 360° updates

Physical Specifications

Unit Dimensions:
17” × 10.5” × 2.4”
(431 × 266 × 62.7 mm)

Weight:

  • Unboxed: 6.4 lbs (2.9 kg)

  • Boxed: 11.02 lbs (5.0 kg)