New Music Gear Monday: SSL Beta DIY 500 Series Module

Have an idea for an audio circuit but aren't sure how to get it into a 500 series module? SSL has the solution for you. It's called Beta and it's basically a blank 500 module that enables you to go DIY to your heart's content.

The SSL Beta comes with an illuminated front panel and a collection of basic SSL components, including 5 log, anti-log and linear pots (even with center detents), real SSL knob caps, two and four pole switches, and dual color status function LEDs.

These components mount to the front panel, but you can connect them any way you want to the circuit that you build on the attached breadboard.

Remember, this module doesn't do anything by itself, but if you're handy with a soldering iron and like the look of SSL modules, then it's the perfect place to begin to build.

DIY 500 kits and circuits are available from a variety of websites, including Five Fish Audio, DIY Recording Equipment and JLM Audio, among others.

The SSL Beta is available directly from the SSL online store for $165.

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