Solid State Logic released the new X-Patch software controlled analog routing system at the 2010 Winter NAMM show.
X-Patch is designed to deliver the flexibility of plug-in style routing to boutique analog processing.
Developed from technology at the heart of SSL’s Matrix console, X-Patch provides a 16×16 SuperAnalogue routing matrix that can be Ethernet controlled remotely from a standard computer.
SSL’s Logictivity Remote Studio Browser application provides set-up, configuration and preset storage and makes the X-Patch the perfect tool to incorporate analog processing into any production studio environment.
X-Patch can function as a simple ‘X-Y Router’ or as a ‘Matrix’ to create complex processing chains.
This allows for analog processing to be built into favorite processing chains and then easily placed into signal paths, for example, favorite mic pre, EQ & dynamics processors recalled as the vocal chain at a single stroke.
In a studio environment X-Patch speeds up workflow and aids creativity by reducing the constant physical re-patching required when using only a patch bay for routing. Up to six X-Patch units can be controlled in parallel from a single instance of the X-Patch Logictivity Browser software.
X-Patch is also a powerful stage or studio live performance tool for guitarists. Once configured, X-Patch can operate independently of the Studio Browser application and host computer and has MIDI connections.
Connection of a standard MIDI Foot Controller to X-Patch creates a versatile stand alone analog routing/switching system for on-stage boutique instrument processing, or amplifier selection at a fraction of the cost of comparable professional on stage effects selection systems.
Key Features
• Inserts analog processors into production workflow like plug-ins
• Suited to studio production and live performance applications
• Insert ‘chains’ can be created, saved and recalled
• Browser software controls routing and set up
• Ethernet connection to Mac or PC host computer
• 16 x 16 pure analogue routing matrix
• Rear panel audio connection via 4 x 25 way D-Sub’s
• Front Panel XLR inputs and outputs for channels 1 & 2
• SSL SuperAnalogue™ transparent audio performance
• MIDI connectivity enables use of Programmable Foot controllers
• +4dB and -10dB operating levels facilitate use of guitar pedals etc
X-Patch will be available in spring 2010, and is priced at $1,199.
