SSL have announced the launch of the Oracle, a fully analogue in-line mixing console that offers large-format features in a compact, AWS-size frame. Available in 24- and 48-input configurations and boasting up to 112 inputs at mixdown, the new arrival promises to "revolutionise analogue console technology once again" thanks to the company’s new ActiveAnalogue technology, which offers complete recall of all processing, routing, gain and pan settings .
The new console merges the harmonic drive technology employed in the SSL PureDrive mic preamps with the current-driven buses introduced in the Origin, as well as offering various ‘flavours’ of harmonic saturation throughout its signal path. It’s capable of producing from the precise sounds associated with SSL’s SuperAnalogue circuitry to a palette of driven analogue tones, and just about everything else in between. From an SSL legacy perspective, the company say that the Oracle embodies the DNA of the classic E, G and J/K consoles, while taking SSL’s sonic signature into the future.
A standout feature of the Oracle is it’s recall and reset capabilities: the newly developed ActiveAnalogue technology means that the entire console, including all of its processing and routing configuration, can be saved and recalled instantly. This makes it possible to switch between different sessions or configurations instantly — moving between tracking and mixing sessions, for example — with no need to recall any setting manually.
Launch Event
You can watch the SSL Studio Revolution launch event at Peter Gabriel's Real World Studios, UK via the live stream below.
Key Features
- Large-format, small footprint, in-line console, with up to 112 inputs at mixdown.
- Four stereo mix buses, 16 track buses, 10 aux buses, 16 stereo Flex groups.
- Available with 24 or 48 mono line-in channels.
- Iconic SSL analogue circuitry, controlled with new ActiveAnalogue technology.
- Next-gen PureDrive mic pres with Drive control.
- Legendary SSL four-band parametric EQ with switchable E/G Series curves.
- Integrated THE BUS+ and dynamic EQ processors.
- Flexible channel architecture — track, overdub and mix with the Oracle.
- Small and large fader paths with assignable EQ and insert points.
- Flexible monitoring provides multiple stereo options and is immersive mix ready.
- Insightful VU or plasma-style bargraph metering with dynamic Detail View.
- Advanced DAW control with SSL 360 integration.
- SSL Dynamic Automation System ready.
- O-Control app: offline tool for session preparation and console configuration.
- 13U 19” rack(s) houses all analogue circuity and can be located remotely, within the control room, or under the console.
SOS Review - in August 2025 Editions
If you're keen to know more, then you're in luck. We’ve already had our hands (and ears) on the Oracle, and will be publishing an in-depth review very soon — watch this space!
More information can be found on the SSL website.
