Solid State Logic SSL UMD192 – High-Capacity Digital Audio Interface

OVERVIEW

The Solid State Logic SSL UMD192 is a high-capacity, multi-format digital audio interface engineered for the most demanding live sound, broadcast, and studio environments. Designed as a powerful bridge between USB, MADI, and Dante, the UMD192 delivers exceptional flexibility, allowing engineers to route audio bidirectionally between any two formats while simultaneously splitting audio to a third. Supporting up to 192 channels at 44.1/48 kHz and 96 kHz, or 128 channels at 192 kHz, the UMD192 provides uncompromising performance in a compact, portable ½RU form factor.

Built for mission-critical workflows, the UMD192 offers fully interoperable Dante AoIP with AES67 and ST 2110 (with DDM) support, alongside ultra-low Dante latency down to 0.25 ms. Six MADI BNC pairs enable flexible configuration, including three dual-redundant MADI connections, making it ideal for broadcast, touring, and large-scale live productions. Flexible clocking from either Dante or MADI ensures stable operation across sample rates from 44.1 to 192 kHz, while ruggedised Ethernet ports and comprehensive front-panel status indicators provide confidence under pressure.

Equally at home in live, broadcast, and studio environments, the UMD192 integrates seamlessly with SSL System T, SSL ORIGIN and Oracle consoles, Harrison 32Classic, and a wide range of third-party systems. Its class-compliant USB 3.0 connectivity enables immediate use with macOS systems, while Windows users benefit from robust, multi-client SSL ASIO drivers. Combined with flexible power options – including AC, PoE, and USB with redundancy support – the UMD192 stands as one of the most powerful, adaptable, and future-ready digital audio interfaces available today.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

The Perfect Bridge Between USB, MADI, and Dante:

Built for versatility, the UMD192 supports bidirectional audio between any two formats – MADI, Dante, or USB – with the third format able to receive a split feed. This makes it ideal for bridging multiple MADI-connected devices into a Dante network, or for high-channel-count recording and playback via USB 3.0.

On the network side, UMD192 delivers fully interoperable Dante AoIP with AES67 and ST 2110 (with DDM) support and ultra-low Dante latency down to 0.25 ms. UMD192 provides flexible clocking options from either MADI or Dante, covering sample rates from 44.1 to 192 kHz. With six MADI BNC pairs, the UMD192 can also be configured in redundant mode, enabling three dual-redundant MADI connections for mission-critical broadcast and live workflows.

The All-in-One Solution for Live, Broadcast and Studio:

While the UMD192 is a natural fit for live sound environments, its versatility makes it equally valuable across a wide range of professional audio scenarios. From broadcast music recording and mixing – especially when paired with SSL System T – to high-channel-count studio sessions, the UMD192 delivers seamless integration and robust performance.

It’s an ideal computer interface for Harrison 32Classic systems with Dante, and a perfect match for SSL Oracle or ORIGIN installations with Dante or MADI conversion. The UMD192 is a powerful solution for non-SSL console users in live sound, broadcast, studio and postproduction settings.

Offering exceptional connectivity, format bridging and operational flexibility in a compact, portable form factor.

With unmatched flexibility and robust connectivity, the UMD192 is the perfect companion for engineers working across live sound, broadcast, postproduction, and studio environments. Whether used as a high-capacity interface or a format bridge, the UMD192 keeps workflows streamlined and future-ready.

Intuitive Front Panel Control:

The UMD192 front panel delivers clear, high‑visibility indicators with real‑time feedback on signal flow, sample‑rate sync, power status, and network connectivity, keeping you in control, even under pressure. UMD192’s front panel controls are locked by default to protect your predefined configuration and prevent accidental changes to settings. Press and hold the padlock button to temporarily unlock the other controls and change modes.

• Lockout – Press and hold to unlock other front panel controls. Press and hold until the red lock symbol in the centre of the circle in the indicator panel turns off.
• Mode – Press to cycle through the signal flow modes. (Available when front panel is unlocked)
• Clock Source – Press to toggle between Dante and MADI as clock source. (Available when front panel is unlocked)
• MADI Redundancy – Press to toggle between MADI Redundancy on or off. Redundant mode applies to all MADI ports. (Available when front panel is unlocked)

Flexible Power & Redundancy:

The UMD192 supports multiple power sources – AC mains, Power over Ethernet (PoE) and USB – offering flexible deployment options and allowing engineers and operators to build power redundancy into their setup. Any of these power sources can be used individually, and PoE can be combined with an external PSU to provide a redundant supply.

Compatible with Mac and Windows:

UMD192 is a class-compliant digital audio interface that operates natively with macOS Core Audio, with no additional drivers required. Just connect the unit, select SSL as your audio device in System Settings, and you’re ready to work. This ensures guest engineers can connect a Mac and begin work immediately – no additional software installation is required.

On Windows systems, UMD192 requires the SSL ASIO driver, available from the Solid State Logic Support portal. These ASIO drivers are multi-client, enabling multiple ASIO applications to access the interface simultaneously.

FEATURES

• 192 channels at 48/44.1 kHz, 192 channels at 96/88.2 kHz, and 128 channels at 192/176.4 kHz
• USB 3.0 class-compliant interface
• Mac OS compatible; Windows support via SSL driver
• 6 x MADI BNC pairs with redundant mode for 3x dual-redundant MADI connections
• Fully interoperable Dante AoIP with AES67 and ST 2110 (with DDM) support
• Ultra-low Dante latency – as low as 0.25ms
• Flexible clocking from MADI or Dante
• Ruggedised Ethernet ports (2x Primary, 2x Secondary) with Link & Activity LEDs
• Clear front-panel indicators for signal flow, sample rate matching, power status, and connectivity
• Intuitive front-panel controls, with a lockout feature to prevent accidental changes during operation
• Multiple power options: AC, PoE, or USB – with redundancy support
• Lightweight and portable design for desktop, console-side, or rack-mounted use (rack kit available)
• Included cables: USB-C to C, USB-A to C adapter, IEC power cable

TECHNICAL SPECS

Audio Channels:

• 192 channels @ 44.1 / 48 kHz
• 192 channels @ 88.2 / 96 kHz
• 128 channels @ 176.4 / 192 kHz

Digital Audio Formats:

• USB 3.0 (Class-Compliant)
• MADI (BNC)
• Dante AoIP (AES67 & ST 2110 with DDM support)

MADI Connectivity:

• 6 × MADI BNC input/output pairs
• Supports 3 × dual-redundant MADI connections

Dante Networking:

• 2 × Primary Ethernet ports
• 2 × Secondary Ethernet ports
• Ultra-low latency down to 0.25 ms
• Ruggedised ports with link/activity LEDs

Clocking:

• Selectable clock source: Dante or MADI
• Sample rates from 44.1 kHz to 192 kHz

USB Compatibility:

• macOS Core Audio (no drivers required)
• Windows support via SSL ASIO driver (multi-client)

Front Panel Controls:

• Lockable control interface
• Mode selection
• Clock source selection
• MADI redundancy toggle
• High-visibility status indicators

Power Options:

• AC mains
• Power over Ethernet (PoE)
• USB power
• Supports power redundancy

Form Factor:

• Compact ½RU design
• Desktop, console-side, or rack-mountable (rack kit available)

Included Accessories:

• USB-C to USB-C cable
• USB-A to USB-C adapter
• IEC power cable