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Tangerine Automation Interface

TANGERINE AUTOMATION INTERFACE FOR SSL 9000 J / K

NOW AVAILABLE !

After years of anticipation, THD-Labs is finally bringing its legendary automation interface to the SSL 9000 J and K consoles.

The system includes:

  • Large fader automation
  • Small fader automation
  • Cue automation
  • EQ/Insert In/Out automation
  • Centre-section groups automation
  • Full channel-strip recall
  • Centre-section transport and master section, via our new touchscreen controller
  • K-series Utilipan features*

*THD-Labs is looking into porting K-series Utilipan features to J-series consoles.

A unique automation controller

Afraid that your current centre-section transport control will stop working at any moment? The optional hybrid touchscreen automation controller replaces the existing centre-section control and brings all automation features right to your fingertips.  

SPECIFICATIONS AND FEATURES

Automation

  • 8 to 96+ channels of automation, configured to match channel count
  • Use your DAW as the automation software. Available workflows:
    1. INJEKTOR (AAX/AU/VST plugin)
    2. HUI*
    3. HUI hybrid*
  • READ / WRITE resolution: 10 bits (1024 steps) +/- 0.1 dB precision
  • Control and Automate all of the following:
    – Large Fader Volume
    – Large Fader Cut
    – Small Fader Volume
    – Small Fader CUT
    – EQ In/Out
    – Insert In/Out
    – Cue In/Out
    – FX 1-6 In/Out
  • Support for TRIM and ABSOLUTE modes
  • Enhanced fader level match (to match fader position in motor OFF mode)
  • Set individual channel automation modes directly from the fader's status switch
  • Definable post-write automation mode toggle
  • Master fader automation
  • Grouped Automation
  • Any console fader can be used as a virtual DAW controller

Console Features

  • Control console groups
  • Create and load mix scenes
  • Built-In tests and diagnostics

Hardware specifications

The TAI for SSL 9000 J / K consoles installs directly inside the consoles; no external chassis required. It consists of:

  • 1 motherboard controller per bucket of 8 channels
  • 1 centre-section master motherboard
  • 1 touchscreen-based master control unit (optional)
  • All cabling and hardware required for installation

The system runs on the console power supply; no external power needed. 

All components are RoHS lead-free.

Compatibility

Injektor supports computers running:

  • macOS 10.9.5 (Mavericks) — macOS 13 (Ventura)
    Compatible with both Intel and Apple M1 processors.
  • Windows 10 / Windows 11

TaiMothership plug-in is tested for:

  • Pro Tools 11 — Pro Tools 2024 (Rosetta currently required)
  • Logic Pro X

The HUI workflow does not require any software installation and supports any HUI compatible DAW.

* Pro Tools limits HUI workflows to a maximum of 32 simultaneous channels.

ORDER

The Tangerine Automation Interface for SSL 9000 K/J is now available!

Pricing

The Tangerine Automation Interface for SSL 9000 J/K is sold in banks of 8 channels, with price varying by channel count.

For proper sizing, count only the channel faders. For example a console with 40 channels and centre-section groups 8  requires a 40 input TAI. A smaller system can also be purchased upfront and expanded at a later date.

Pricing starts at $ 2,999 USD

Ordering

Contact us to place an order or for more information. Please specify whether you have an SSL 9000 J or SSL 9000 K console, the number of channels required and the desired options. It will be our pleasure to assist you.

Typical delivery times are 6 — 8 weeks after receipt of a 50% deposit.

Payment

Preferred Payment Methods: wire transfer, money orders, certified cheques and Interac e-Transfer (Canada only).

Also available with a 4% surcharge: MasterCard, VISA and PayPal.

SUPPORT AND WARRANTY

The original purchaser of any Tangerine Automation Interface receives 5 years of software and firmware updates and 2 hours of complimentary installation support and product training.

If you encounter an issue with your Tangerine Automation Interface that cannot be resolved using the product manual or THD-Labs website support, please reach out to us via our contact form. We are here to assist you.

For emergency assistance, please call us at 1-866-344-0880 (ext:2).

Warranty: the Tangerine Automation Interface for SSL J/K is covered against material and craftsmanship defects by our 1-year hardware warranty.

FAQ

How do I install the Tangerine Automation Interface for SSL J/K?

The Tangerine Automation Interface for SSL J/K is installed directly inside your console.

  1. Install the master motherboard inside the center section as per the manual instructions.
  2. Install a channel motherboard in each bucket of the cosole.
  3. Daisy-chain each motherboard using the provided RJ45 cables.
  4. Connect the USB port on the master motherboard to your computer.
  5. Download and install the Injektor Software Suite.

For more detailed installation and troubleshooting instructions you can refer to the Tangerine users' manual.

Which workflow is best for me ?

The Tangerine Automation Interface supports 3 dedicated workflows.  On top of all original computer functions, each workflow offers different modern approaches to automation that certain users may prefer.


  1. The Injektor workflow is our most recent - and most popular - no-compromise method for working with the TAI. Using our AAX/VST/AU plugins, you can quickly and easily control up to 96 channels directly in your favourite DAW. All available automation modes are available - including TRIM. This workflow requires installing our Injektor software package. To see the Injektor workflow in action, check out our tutorial video.
  2. Available only on the TAI for SSL E/G, the REAPER workflow was developed to match the feel of the original SSL computer. In this workflow, Reaper directly replaces the existing SSL computer and will be “Synched/Slaved” via time code to your audio source and can control up to 96 channels. This is the preferred workflow when controlling automation from a tape deck directly from the SSL centre section without having to manipulate a DAW. 
  3. The HUI workflows turn your console into a control surface that interacts with HUI compatible DAWs without any additional software required. Though HUI workflows don't require any additional software, they do have some tradeoffs compared to other workflows. The HUI OTB workflow is limited to 32 channels and does not support TRIM automation modes. The HUI Hybrid workflow can support up to 96 channels by using bank switching and supports TRIM automation modes, but it does not have unity-gain coming out of the DAW.

How do I configure my interface and my DAW software ?

Initial set-up of your Tangerine Automation Interface is quick and easy.

After connecting your TAI to the console and to USB, install our Injektor software suite. Using Injektor's setup tab, you can choose your desired workflow and other comfort settings.

Depending on your chosen workflow, you may need to install additional software packages:

  • The Injektor workflow does not require any additional software.
  • The Reaper/SSL workflow requires the Reaper DAW and our driver/skin package.
  • The HUI workflows do not require any additional software.

All that's left afterwards is setting certain settings inside your DAW (this only needs to be done once). Each DAW has its particularities and configuration steps vary by workflow. Complete information for each DAW and workflow is available in the Tangerine user's manual.

How do I use the Tangerine Automation Interface ?

Fader moves and mute switch toggles are sent from your console to your DAW according to the selected automation mode. You can select the automation mode by pressing switches on your console or using onscreen controls.

Within the DAW, volume and mute information will be written to or read from track automation envelopes. How the DAW and console respond to this envelope is dependent on the choice of workflow:

  • When using the Injektor and Reaper workflows, volume and mute information is sent to the console. Normalize the DAW to 0 dB on each channel and the console takes care of volume changes.
  • When using the HUI workflow, volume information controls the DAW's fader volumes and mutes. On audio-in-fader consoles, summing is done in-the-box. On consoles with VCAs, summing can be done on the console; the TAI normalizes VCAs to 0dB and the DAW sends post-fader audio to the console.

What Automation Modes does the Tangerine Support ?

Available automation modes depends on the workflow you're using.

The Injektor, Reaper/SSL and HUI-Hybrid workflows support all available automation modes: OFF, READ, WRITE, LATCH, TRIM WRITE, TRIM LATCH, TRIM READ.

The HUI-OTB workflow does not support TRIM modes. It only supports: OFF, READ, WRITE, LATCH.

What's the difference between SSL Total Recall and Recall-iT ?

Recall-iT is an improvement over SSL Total Recall. Available on SSL consoles with the required hardware, Recall-iT delivers all the same console layout information as Total Recall, but in a lightning-fast interface directly on your computer. Gone are the days of floppy disks.

Both channel mode and bank mode are available. Channel mode shows a single channel strip in its entirety. Bank mode shows a section of the strip for a full bucket of channels (ex: all dynamics for channels 1-8).

How do I know if my SSL 9000 J/K supports Recall-iT ?

If you have an SSL 9000 J/K , your console supports Recall-iT.

How do I use Recall-iT ?

When using Recall-iT, the current position of the console's switches and knobs are displayed inside the Injektor software. When a snapshot is created, Recall-iT scans every channel's pararmeters. The resulting high resolution snapshot is saved to file on your computer. When recalling a snapshot file, a distinctive red mark appears around all unmatched knobs and switches. To match, turn the knobs and press the switches until the all marks are cleared.

Since snapshots are saved to your computer, there is no limit to the number of snapshots the TAI can handle. 

To save the current console state:

  1. Open the Recall-iT interface.
  2. Create a new snapshot.
  3. Save the resulting snapshot file.

To recall a saved console state:

  1. Open the Recall-iT interface.
  2. Load the saved snapshot file.
  3. Select a channel to display/match by pressing its fader status switch.
  4. For the selected channel, move each "red marked" switch and knob on the console until the mark is cleared. For knobs, a green tick will show the target position to match.
  5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until all required knobs and switches are matched.

Voila!