Solid State Logic Launches UMD192 MAD/Dante Digital Audio Interface Solid State Logic (Booth #18301) will be unveiling a new, all-analogue professional-level production tool during the 2026 NAMM Show, to be held at the Anaheim Convention Center between January 22 and 24. The new tool is to be announced during the SSL press conference at 10:15am on January 22. During the show, SSL will also be hosting several panels and industry discussions on music production and technology at its booth and within nearby presentation rooms in the Pro Audio Hall. Each of these panels and industry discussions are free of charge and open to NAMM badge-holders -- no registration is required but space is limited. Following are descriptions, as well as times and locations for each event. Thursday, January 22
SSL ORIGIN Console Overview
11:00pm to 11:30pm, SSL Booth #18301, Pro Audio Hall
Join SSL's Fadi Hayek for an in-depth look at ORIGIN, Solid State Logic's all-analogue in-line console that blends classic design with cutting-edge hybrid workflows. Featuring tools from SSL's heritage and sonic character that takes you back to the iconic 4000 Series, ORIGIN combines timeless analogue sound with the latest production innovations. Learn why ORIGIN has become the centrepiece of the world's top studios and academic facilities. This session will showcase its advanced features, hybrid integration, and practical workflows that empower producers and engineers to excel both technically and creatively. Thursday, January 22nd, Cont'd
SSL Legends: Mixing Rock & Pop on the SSL ORIGIN with Chris & Tom Lord-Alge (Green Day, Muse, The Rolling Stones, Peter Gabriel)
12:00pm to 1:00pm, SSL Booth #18301, Pro Audio Hall
Join mix engineers Chris Lord-Alge and Tom Lord-Alge as they take you on a journey back to the SSL classics, demonstrating the power of the ORIGIN console in creating the timeless sound of rock and pop. This session offers a rare opportunity to see how two of the most influential mixers in music history build a mix from the ground up, accessing the sonic character that defined generations of hits. SSL x RIMAS Publishing: Next-Gen Artist Development
1:00pm to 2:00pm, Presentation Room 18814, Pro Audio Hall
SSL and RIMAS Publishing, a major force in Latin music, join forces at NAMM 2026 for a thought-provoking panel on the future of artist development. This session explores how independent creators can navigate an oversaturated market, master their craft, and build sustainable careers -- from perfecting musicianship and learning production at the right stage to understanding release strategies and networking for publishing deals. We'll cover tools, techniques, and industry insights that empower artists at every level -- whether starting with a desktop interface and plug-ins or scaling up to commercial studios with large-format consoles. Join us for a conversation blending creative growth, technology, and business strategy -- designed to help next-gen artists thrive in today's evolving music landscape. Unlock the Power of Modelling Mics: with Joe Carrel, Slate Digital and SSL
1:00pm to 2:00pm, SSL Booth #18301, Pro Audio Hall
Discover the full potential of Slate Digital's modeling microphones in this exclusive NAMM presentation with Joe Carrell. Learn how to choose the right mic model for any session, and techniques for capturing vocals, instruments, and more with a unique character. Explore real-world applications, creative workflows, and insider tips to elevate your recordings to a professional level, while Carrell takes you on a tour of his latest track recorded using the Slate Virtual Mic System and SSL 18 interface. What's new at NAMM from SSL, Slate Digital, and Harrison Audio
2:00pm to 3:00pm, Presentation Room 18814, Pro Audio Hall
Explore the latest innovations shaping the future of music production. This NAMM session unveils new products, features, and technologies from Solid State Logic, Slate Digital, and Harrison Audio. From cutting-edge hardware to next-generation software, discover how these advancements are setting new industry standards for tools and workflows. Whether you're an engineer, producer, or audio enthusiast, gain insider insights, practical tips, and a first look at what's next in pro audio. Hosted by Rick Naqvi, Senior Vice President of USA Sales at Solid State Logic. Thursday, January 22, Cont'd
The Compression Session Featuring Marc Daniel Nelson (Fleetwood Mac, Jason Mraz, Joni Mitchell) & Dennis "ROC.am" Jones (Rihanna, Bad Bunny, H.E.R., Mariah Carey)
3:00pm to 4:00pm, SSL Booth #18301, Pro Audio Hall
Compression is one of the most powerful -- and most misunderstood -- tools in modern music production. In The Compression Session, Solid State Logic invites producers and mix engineers to join Marc Daniel Nelson and Dennis "ROC.am" Jones for a deep dive into dynamics processing, covering everything from foundational techniques to advanced creative applications. This session reveals how compression goes beyond controlling levels to create emotion, punch, movement, and cohesion in a mix. Attendees will learn how top engineers use compression to shape sounds, add character, glue, and impact across subgroups and the mix bus -- and why, when used correctly, compression preserves dynamics rather than destroys them. Drawing on decades of experience across chart-topping records, immersive audio, and film soundtracks, Marc and ROC.am will demonstrate real-world compression techniques using classic and modern SSL tools. The Power of Future Analogue: Rock & Metal Mixing Featuring Dan Malsh
4:00pm to 5:00pm, SSL Booth #18301, Pro Audio Hall
Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum mix engineer Dan Malsch is known for delivering powerful, modern rock and metal mixes that translate everywhere. Credits include Ghost, Avenged Sevenfold, Gojira, Fuel, Doro, and Bowling for Soup. Malsch is owner and lead engineer at Soundmine Recording, a world-class SSL-based studio. In this masterclass, Dan breaks down Ghost's Grammy-nominated "Lachyrma" -- originally mixed on his SSL 4000E and remixed for Atmos on the Duality Pro-Station. He demonstrates how Oracle's Future Analogue technology, advanced routing, and instant recall unlock new workflows, while delivering the punch, clarity and warmth of a fully analogue SSL console -- step into the Future Analogue era with SSL at NAMM 2026. SSL ORIGINs at NAMM - The Stories Behind the Sound
5:00pm to 6:00pm, Presentation Room 18814, Pro Audio Hall
Join Solid State Logic for SSL ORIGINs, an exclusive panel discussion featuring some of the most respected names in contemporary music production. From pop and hip-hop to rock, Latin, immersive audio, and film, this session delves into the origins of their careers, their evolution, and how they have thrived -- and how SSL technology has shaped the sound of records for generations. Hear personal stories, technical insights, and forward-looking perspectives from industry leaders, including Jess Jackson (Glorilla, Don Toliver, Lil Uzi Vert, Kanye West, Tyga, Pop Smoke), Bainz (Young Thug, Travis Scott, Chris brown), Marc Daniel Nelson (Fleetwood Mac, Jason Mraz, Joni Mitchell) , and Dennis "ROC.am" Jones (Rihanna, Bad Bunny, Mary J. Blige, James Brown). Learn how classic SSL consoles of the '70s and '80s paved the way for today's hybrid workflows and discover what's next for music production. Thursday, January 22nd, Cont'd
SSL Live x Pierce the Veil FOH Masterclass with J P Huff
5:00pm to 6:00pm, SSL Booth #18301, Pro Audio Hall
J P Huff is a front-of-house engineer renowned for delivering powerful, musical live mixes on major tours and festivals. Working extensively with the SSL Live platform, at NAMM 26, J P will host an in-depth masterclass breaking down a high-energy Pierce the Veil mix on an SSL Live L650 console, exploring channel, subgroup and master bus processing, advanced Dante & MADI routing, and the creative techniques behind his signature live sound. Friday, January 23
From Oxford to Nashville: The Innovators Behind the Tools That Changed Music Forever
1:00pm to 2:00pm, Presentation Room 18814, Pro Audio Hall
From Oxford's engineering labs to Nashville's legendary studios, this session traces the intertwined journeys of studio technology pioneers, Colin Sanders, founder of SSL, and Dave Harrison, the founder of Harrison and engineer behind Harrison Consoles. These visionaries didn't just build consoles -- they shaped the way music is recorded, mixed, and produced, creating workflows and design principles that are still standard in studios worldwide. You'll hear behind-the-scenes stories, design insights, and real-world examples of the innovations that transformed the industry -- offering rare insider knowledge, inspiration, and practical takeaways you can apply in your own studio. Join Jim Motley, senior vice president of sales at Solid State Logic, for this deep dive into the history of console design. SSL ORIGIN Console Overview
11:00pm to 11:30pm, SSL Booth #18301, Pro Audio Hall
See description above SSL Legends: Mixing Rock & Pop on the SSL ORIGIN with Chris & Tom Lord-Alge (Green Day, Muse, The Rolling Stones, Peter Gabriel)
12:00pm to 1:00pm, SSL Booth #18301, Pro Audio Hall
See description above Unlock the Power of Modelling Mics: with Joe Carrel, Slate Digital and SSL
4:00pm to 5:00pm, SSL Booth #18301, Pro Audio Hall
See description above Friday, January 23
The Compression Session Featuring Marc Daniel Nelson (Fleetwood Mac, Jason Mraz, Joni Mitchell) & Dennis "ROC.am" Jones (Rihanna, Bad Bunny, H.E.R., Mariah Carey)
3:00pm to 4:00pm, SSL Booth #18301, Pro Audio Hall
See description above The Power of Future Analogue: Rock & Metal Mixing Featuring Dan Malsh
2:00pm to 3:00pm, SSL Booth #18301, Pro Audio Hall
See description above SSL Live x Pierce the Veil FOH Masterclass with J P Huff Live
5:00pm to 6:00pm, SSL Booth #18301, Pro Audio Hall
See description above Saturday, January 24
The Power of Future Analogue: Rock & Metal Mixing Featuring Dan Malsh
11:00am to 12:00pm, SSL Booth 18301, Pro Audio Hall
See description above SSL Legends: Mixing Rock & Pop on the SSL ORIGIN with Chris & Tom Lord-Alge (Green Day, Muse, The Rolling Stones, Peter Gabriel)
12:00pm to 1:00pm, SSL Booth #18301, Pro Audio Hall
See description above SSL ORIGIN Console Overview
1:00pm to 1:30pm, SSL Booth #18301, Pro Audio Hall
See description above Unlock the Power of Modelling Mics: with Joe Carrel, Slate Digital and SSL
3:00pm to 4:00pm, SSL Booth #18301, Pro Audio Hall
See description above SSL Live x Pierce the Veil FOH Masterclass with J P Huff Live
4:00pm to 5:00pm, SSL Booth #18301, Pro Audio Hall
See description above All of the events above are free. While no RSVP is required, space is limited. For more information, please visit: solidstatelogic.com/events/namm-show-2026. To attend the SSL press conference on Thursday, January 22 at 10:15am, please RSVP to jeff@hummingbirdmedia.com. 
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