High End Neve and SSL

LukaszKornafel · 3rd February 2006

Hello,
I'm interested in upgreated my studio
and I'm looking for very good console:
Neve 88r
SSL 9000J/XL9000K

Please ask for my question:
Which of this console is better ??
And What ar the differences between SSL 9000J and XL9000K
What are the lowest (possible) prices of this used consoles ?????

Thank YOU !!!

Matt Syson · 3rd February 2006

Hi
Why not go on the websites of Neve and SSL and get the brochures sent to you (or downloaded) Contact one of the many console resellers for used prices and possibly brochures. If they want to sell it they will send stuff to you and talk you through the options.
Matt S

bpatural · 3rd February 2006

As they all cost a fourtune I'd try them out first if it's for your own use....if it's for client's use go with the ssl9000j they seem to be a lot more reasonable used than a new 9000k (though the computer is a bit "quaint" on the 9000 the sound is almost identical)...I'm sure the 88r is nice, but everyone knows how to use the ssl, at least in LA which helps for keeping booked...didn't see where this studio is going to be.
-brian

Rob G · 6th February 2006

Personally I think the AMS-Neve 88R is just as good of a console as the SSL XL9000K. I'd use both in a two room studio but with different application depending on the stage of music production, & the type of music being recorded/mixed. The 88R controls Pro Tools, & Nuendo. The SSL has a larger user base.

Do yourself a favor, & contact a sales rep for detailed info. on either console. But, definatly work on either one for a couple of days to see how life is with one.

Rob G..

Gravity8058 · 6th February 2006

Only way to know for sure: have both manufacturers send one out, and see which sounds better in your room.

raal · 6th February 2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by LukaszKornafel

What are the lowest (possible) prices of this used consoles ?????

had a 56 channel J offered to me for about $150/$160K some months ago. there aren't too many 88Rs in the used market, though i've seen one or two lately. don't expect to get those for $150K though.

Knox · 6th February 2006

the Neves are very nice (not their best board in their history) . . .the SSL would probably bring more clients your way (sad to say) . . . 9098 is a nice board but again, SSL seems to be the choice for bringing clients.

3rd February 2006	#1
LukaszKornafel Gear interested Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 8 Thread Starter	High End Neve and SSL Hello, I'm interested in upgreated my studio and I'm looking for very good console: Neve 88r SSL 9000J/XL9000K Please ask for my question: Which of this console is better ?? And What ar the differences between SSL 9000J and XL9000K What are the lowest (possible) prices of this used consoles ????? Thank YOU !!!

3rd February 2006	#2
Matt Syson Lives for gear Joined: Sep 2004 Location: UK Posts: 4,822	Hi Why not go on the websites of Neve and SSL and get the brochures sent to you (or downloaded) Contact one of the many console resellers for used prices and possibly brochures. If they want to sell it they will send stuff to you and talk you through the options. Matt S __________________ Matt S www.mseaudio.co.uk

6th February 2006	#7
Knox Lives for gear Joined: Jun 2002 Posts: 1,455	the Neves are very nice (not their best board in their history) . . .the SSL would probably bring more clients your way (sad to say) . . . 9098 is a nice board but again, SSL seems to be the choice for bringing clients. __________________ Knox

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3rd February 2006	#3
bpatural Gear addict Joined: Nov 2004 Location: Santa Barbara Posts: 497	As they all cost a fourtune I'd try them out first if it's for your own use....if it's for client's use go with the ssl9000j they seem to be a lot more reasonable used than a new 9000k (though the computer is a bit "quaint" on the 9000 the sound is almost identical)...I'm sure the 88r is nice, but everyone knows how to use the ssl, at least in LA which helps for keeping booked...didn't see where this studio is going to be. -brian

6th February 2006	#4
Rob G Lives for gear Joined: Aug 2002 Location: Florida, & Virginia - U.S.A. Posts: 689	Personally I think the AMS-Neve 88R is just as good of a console as the SSL XL9000K. I'd use both in a two room studio but with different application depending on the stage of music production, & the type of music being recorded/mixed. The 88R controls Pro Tools, & Nuendo. The SSL has a larger user base. Do yourself a favor, & contact a sales rep for detailed info. on either console. But, definatly work on either one for a couple of days to see how life is with one. Rob G..

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Gravity8058 Lives for gear Joined: Feb 2005 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,765	Only way to know for sure: have both manufacturers send one out, and see which sounds better in your room.