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Solid State Logic UF8 Advanced DAW Control Surface with 8 Faders
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)