SSL 4000 E Channel Strip
by Universal Audio · Channel Strip · Console channel strip
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Emulation of the SSL 4000 E console channel strip with EQ and dynamics.
Best for: Drums, Vocals, Guitars. Genres: all genres.
Keywords: hardware emulation, British console, downward expansion, drums, licensed emulation, mixing, vocals, 80s, musical, sidechain input, surgical, transformer, VCA, vintage.
What it does
An emulation of the SSL 4000 E console channel strip: preamp, EQ, compressor and gate/expander.
- Preamp: Jensen transformer-modelled mic and line inputs.
- EQ: four-band EQ with two Type E versions: black knob (surgical) and brown knob (musical), plus high- and low-pass filters.
- Dynamics: VCA compressor and gate/expander, with PRE-DYN routing and a DYN-SC sidechain.
Source: Universal Audio product page
When to use it
A full channel strip for tracking or mixing, known for punchy drums and pop or rock vocals. Apollo users can track through it via Unison. Compare the Waves SSL G-Master Buss Compressor if you only want bus compression.
Where to buy
- Best Service: $69
- Universal Audio: $69
- Plugin Boutique: $69 (regular $149)
- PluginFox: $69 (regular $149)
- AudioDeluxe: $69 (regular $149)
Tutorials and reviews
- Universal Audio SSL 4000 E Channel Strip plugin– Hit record sound!
- Get Hit-Making Analog Sound with the SSL® 4000 E Channel Strip Plug-In
- Universal Audio - SSL 4000 E Channel Strip || Usage & Sound - Mixing tips - Walkthrough (no talking)
- BRAINWORX vs UNIVERSAL AUDIO SSL 4000 E Series Channel Strip Comparison with Audio Examples
- Instant Presence for Drums with the SSL 4000 E Channel Strip
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