PlayAUDIO1U vs SSL 18
The PlayAUDIO1U costs about $0.01 more than the SSL 18 and buys you USB-A and MIDI 5-pin DIN.
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PlayAUDIO1USolid State Logic
SSL 18| Spec | PlayAUDIO1U | SSL 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 1U | 1U |
| Weight | 8.7 lbs | 8.3 lbs |
| Power draw | Passive | Passive |
| Depth | 200 mm | 294 mm |
| I/O count | 22 | 34 |
| Price | ~$1,200 | ~$1,199.99 |
Highlighted where one is plainly lighter, smaller, cheaper or draws less. I/O count is left unmarked on purpose — more connectors you don't need is weight, cost and a bigger case.
Connectors only one of them has
PlayAUDIO1U
- USB-A
- MIDI 5-pin DIN
- XLR Male
- RJ45 (Ethernet)
SSL 18
- Combo XLR/TRS
- BNC
- TRS 1/8"
- RCA
- TOSLINK (Optical)
Settle it in your own rack
Specs decide less than fit does. Drop either one into your rig and see the real answer — what space is left, what the circuit draws, and whether every cable it needs actually lands somewhere.
Open the rack plannerTry 15 minutes without an account. Both units are in the catalog.