Solid State Logic announced the SSL Live V6 update to its sound platform. The new version introduces the new MPL 16-8 mic/line stagebox adds more control for live sound professionals.

​SSL Live V6.1 features a major update to its generic Open Sound Control (OSC) interface, including a new PAN graphic that enables X-Y or X-Z touchscreen interaction, as well as encoder and fader control for up to 8 fader and 8 switch functions. This ensures deeper integration with OSC-enabled immersive processing systems – including those using published OSC profiles or the ADM-OSC standard, in addition to SSL’s existing bespoke OSC external pan implementations.

From an AoIP perspective, SSL’s live built-in Dante routing allows a Dante network to be part of the console. Resource shared outputs and mic gain control are owned and arbitrated with first-in-wins logic, preventing consoles on the network from accidentally stealing resources. A Showfile ‘Load with Owner Override’ feature can be used to defeat this safety mechanism when required, making moving I/O or console surfaces across systems quicker and easier.

When using SSL Live V6.1, engineers will notice a significant improvement in Channel View and Detail View responsiveness, enhancing usability during critical tasks. Meanwhile, an additional option for infinite peak hold and overload metering, with a manual clear, provides a history of audio events so a mix engineer can easily track issues down across very large input counts.

​Alongside Live V6.1, SSL introduce a new Dante-enabled stagebox: MPL 16-8. The MPL 16-8 is designed to deliver audio connectivity for SSL Live and System T platforms. ​ Engineered with affordability in mind, the device offers 16 mic/line inputs and 8-line outputs.

Optimized for single console SSL Live L100 Plus, L200 Plus, and System T TCA-based configurations, MPL 16-8 provides reliable and high-quality I/O in a rugged, portable format. It also offers robust Dante connectivity with redundant network support, using etherCON RJ45 connectors, ensuring reliable performance in mission-critical environments.