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The Waves SSL 4000 Collection was developed under license from Solid State Logic. Includes 3 meticulously modeled plug-ins based on the legendary SSL 4000 Series: the SSL E-Channel, the SSL G-Master Buss Compressor, and the SSL G-Equalizer. This set of TDM format plug-ins sounds so close to the original consoles, even experts who work with SSL boards day in and day out can't tell the difference.

SSL G-Master Buss Compressor

Based on the renowned master buss center compressor of the SL 4000 G console, the Waves SSL G-Master Buss Compressor captures the unique sound of the original's IC input and twin VCA gain-reduction amplifier design.

SSL E-Channel

The SSL E-Channel delivers the incomparable sound of the Solid State Logic 4000-series console's all-discrete design and its Class A, VCA chip. It's a slice of the world's greatest hit-making machine, in your computer.

The equalization section of the SSL E-Channel is based on the renowned Black Knob equalizer, developed in 1983 with legendary producer George Martin. It features a High Pass Filter, Low Pass Filter, and a 4-band parametric equalizer.

The dynamics section features a soft-knee compressor/limiter and an expander/gate modeled on the SSL LS611E. Like the original, it can be placed before or after the equalization section, and makeup gain is automatically applied to maintain a steady output level.

SSL G-Equalizer

This 4-band equalizer, modeled on the SSL G Series EQ292, offers greater gain change than the E-Series EQ, and a slightly different curve. The SSL G-Equalizer includes a preboost dip and a precut rise, as well as a broader Q for more extreme equalization. That's why many leading engineers use the E Channel's equalization for detailed problem-solving and mixing, and the SSL G-Equalizer to shape and give character to the sound.

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Waves SSL 4000 Collection Bundle Native/TDM/SG Software Download
Waves SSL 4000 Collection Bundle Native/TDM/SG Software Download
Waves SSL 4000 Collection Bundle Native/TDM/SG Software Download

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SSL G-Master Buss Compressor Controls
  • Threshold is continuously adjustable from -15dB to +15dB
  • Make Up Gain is continuously variable from -5dB to +15dB
  • Attack offers a choice of six attack rates: 0.1; 0.3; 1; 3; 10 and 30 ms
  • Release time can be set to 0.1, 0.3, 0.6, 1.2 seconds, or automatic.
  • Ratio is switchable between 2:1, 4:1, and 10:1
  • Rate-S sets the Autofade duration, from 1 to 60 seconds.
  • Analog allows disabling of analog emulation
  • In serves as a bypass button
SSL E-Channel Controls
    Equalization:
    • Low Pass Filter 18dB/octave slope, adjustable from 20kHz to 3kHz.
    • High Pass Filter 18dB/octave slope, adjustable from15Hz to 350Hz.
    • High (HF) Choose from shelf (16.5dB/octave boost or cut) or bell shape (18dB/octave boost or cut with a fixed Q of 2.5). Range is from 1.5kHz to 16kHz.
    • High Mid (HMF) Range is from 600Hz to 7kHz, with an adjustable Q from 0.1 to 3.5. Gain varies from ±15dB when Q is set to 0.1 to ±18dB when Q is set to 3.5.
    • Low Mid (LMF) Range is from 200Hz to 2.5kHz, with an adjustable Q from 0.1 to 3.5. Gain varies from ±15dB when Q is set to 0.5 to ±18dB when Q is set to 3.0.
    Compressor/Limiter:
    • Ratio/Slope Variable from 1 to infinity (limiting).
    • Threshold Variable from +10dB to -20dB
    • Attack Normally auto-sensing (Slow), switchable to 1ms (Fast)
    • Release Variable from 0.1 to 4 seconds
    Expander/Gate:
    • Range Variable from 0 to 40dB
    • Threshold Variable from -30dB to +10dB
    • Attack Normally auto-sensing (Slow), switchable to 1ms (Fast)
    • Release Variable from 0.1 to 4 seconds
    • Gate Toggles from Expander function (default) to Gate function
    SSL G-Equalizer Controls
    • High Pass Filter 18dB/octave, 16Hz ” 350Hz. Filter on/off switch.
    • Low Frequency EQ Shelving. Range 30Hz ” 450Hz. Gain range ±17dB
    • Low Medium Frequency EQ Range 200Hz ” 2.5kHz. Q is continuously adjustable from 0.1 to 3.5. Gain varies from ±20dB when Q is set to 3.5 to ±15dB when Q is set to 0.1. The ·3 button divides the selected frequency by three
    • High Medium Frequency EQ Range 600Hz ” 7kHz. As in the LMF EQ section, Q is continuously adjustable from 0.1 to 3.5. Gain varies from ±20dB when Q is set to 3.5 to ±15dB when Q is set to 0.1. The x3 button allows you to multiply the selected frequency by three
    • High Frequency EQ Range 1.5kHz ” 16kHz. Gain range ±17dB, shelving
    • EQ In bypasses the EQ section but leaves the filter in if engaged
    • Phase Reverse reverses the phase of the input signal
    • Master Output fader controls overall output of the processor
    • Trim button indicates how much headroom remains before digital clipping

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    • 24-bit resolution/96kHz
    • Compatibility:
    • Mac PPC/Intel
    • Windows
    • Protools HD required