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Waves SSL 4000 Collection Plug-in Bundle

Plug-in Bundle Based on SSL 4000 Console with 5 Plug-in Processors - Mac/PC AAX Native, AudioSuite, VST, AU, SoundGrid
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AU
SoundGrid

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Famous SSL Sound for Your DAW

Developed under license from Solid State Logic, the SSL 4000 Collection plug-in suite models the classic compression, EQ, and channel strip that made the SSL 4000 such a popular console. You get the G-Master Bus Compressor, G-Equalizer 4-band EQ, and the G-Channel, E-Channel, and EV 2 Channel plug-ins. Together you've got all the sonic sweetness you need to fine-tune tracks, glue together your mix, and add that undeniable SSL brilliance to your productions. Ask anyone who mixes at Sweetwater, and they'll confirm that the Waves SSL 4000 Collection is a set of top-notch sound tools.

Glue your mix together with the G-Master Bus Compressor

When veteran engineers talk bus compression, you'll usually hear mention of the center compressor on the SSL 4000 G console. That's what the G-Master Bus Compressor plug-in is based on, and it captures the character of the console's IC input and twin VCA gain-reduction amplifier design. When you've got your tracks sounding right and they just need that extra bit of magic to tie them together, run them through this compressor plug-in.

Iconic channel strips modeled in detail

This bundle includes the E-Channel plug-in, based on SSL's E-Series consoles. The EQ in these consoles was developed with the help of legendary producer George Martin, and is known for its highly musical character. Next up comes the EV 2 Channel plug-in that re-creates the 4000E console's channel strip with both "Black Knob" and "Brown Knob" EQ flavors to choose from. Also included is the G-Channel, modeled after the EQ and dynamic controls on the SSL G-Series consoles. Its characteristic sound is due in part to its EQ response, which puts a slight dip in front of boosted frequencies or a slight rise in front of attenuated frequencies. Whichever legendary SSL EQ sound you choose, you'll hear it once you use it, and you'll miss it when it's not there.

G-Equalizer is a workhorse EQ for any application

Because it's so useful, Waves also includes the G-Equalizer plug-in, which has the same character as the EQ in the G-Channel channel strip plug-in. Use it when you want the classic SSL sound but don't want to devote extra CPU resources to the extensive dynamics section of the channel strip plug-in.

Waves SSL 4000 Collection Plug-in Suite Features:

  • 5 plug-in processors based on SSL G-Series and E-Series consoles
  • Punch up drums and tame dynamics with the G-Master Bus Compressor
  • E-Channel is based on the E-Series console EQ developed with the help of George Martin
  • G-Channel captures the distinctive character of the G-Series console's EQ and dynamics section
  • EV 2 Channel offers up "Black Knob" and "Brown Knob" EQ types for clean punch or tasteful grit
  • G-Equalizer gives you the vibrant results with any sound source
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Tech Specs

  • Software Type: Processor Bundle
  • Platform: Mac, PC
  • Upgrade/Full: Full
  • Download/Boxed: Download
  • Bit Depth: 64-bit
  • Format: AAX Native, AudioSuite, VST, AU, SoundGrid
  • Hardware Requirements - Mac: Intel Core i7 or higher (M1 support), 8GB RAM minimum
  • Hardware Requirements - PC: Intel Core i5 / AMD Quad-core or higher (AVX required), 8GB RAM minimum
  • OS Requirements - Mac: macOS 10.15.7 or later
  • OS Requirements - PC: Windows 10 or later (21H2), 64-bit
  • Manufacturer Part Number: USW379-1362-608

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Rated 5/5

Straightforward and Easy to Use

These plugins are straightforward and easy to use. No drawing mountains and valleys with these plugins; it forces you to use your ears instead of your eyes. They are also consider industry standard plugins, so I'm glad to have them in my arsenal.
Rated 5/5

SSL 4000

I had been researching this bundle for a little while trying to find ways that it could benefit me in my production. So I finally went for it and I wasn't disappointed I feel like it added an extra element that I needed to take my mixes to the next level. This is definitely a must have if you've been thinking about getting this bundle
Music background: Music Producer
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Music background: Musician and studio owner.
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Music background: Artist
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What a deal

This SSL package is a much have. I am in training to be an audio engineer. I was advised to get the SSL plug in because it is an industry standard for mixing. When one of my Engineer friends and mentors came over after I installed these plugins, he was amazed that I paid what I paid for the SSL package. What a deal. I'm set up to make some great recordings and albumns now. Thank you sweet water!
Music background: Audio Engineer Intern and Rock Guitar God

Since the early days of DAW software, Waves has been a dominating force in music and audio production. For those of us here at Sweetwater who've been recording since the industry switched over to computer-based studios, it's impossible to imagine sessions without L series Ultramaximizers, MaxxBass, and other staples. Since then, we've been impressed every time Waves has brought top producers such as Jack Joseph Puig and Chris Lord-Alge to Sweetwater to show off their next cutting-edge creations, and Waves is constantly adding new and innovative plug-ins to their catalog. And with cool new gear such as their SoundGrid series, Sweetwater engineers have discovered just how easy it is to use Waves plug-ins live.

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