It’s Like Having an SSL Console in Your DAW!
Containing the classic SSL 4-band parametric EQ, filter, compressor, and expander/gate configuration that's familiar to every pro audio engineer, SSL’s Channel Strip 2 plug-in is a complete tone-shaping and dynamics-processing tool. Switch between the legendary E series and G series EQ characteristics to take advantage of their distinctive tones. Dive into the dynamics section to delicately or dramatically contour your tracks, and engage the sidechain for detailed tonal sculpting or creative applications. A go-to plug-in for engineers at Sweetwater, the SSL Channel Strip 2 can handle any mixing job, big or small, with unmatched SSL sonics!
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Two legendary EQ sections in one
The SSL Channel Strip 2 lets you select between two of SSL’s most iconic console EQ sections: the E series and the G series. The E series EQ has an aggressive bite that's perfect for bringing out the crack of a snare or adding intelligibility to a lead vocal. The G series has a more restrained and focused character, great for carving out EQ pockets to make instruments sit more cohesively in a mix. With both the E series and the G series, you can apply liberal amounts of EQ without adding distortion to the signal, especially in the low frequencies. This means you can add massive thump to a kick or bass while keeping things tight, clean, and focused.
Comprehensive dynamics processing
Simple to use but extremely powerful, the SSL Channel Strip 2 compressor is a Swiss Army knife dynamics processor. With its familiar Ratio, Threshold, Release controls, dialing in the ideal compression setting is a snap. And, whether you’re subtly reining in an acoustic guitar or squashing a set of overheads, the SSL Channel Strip 2 compressor boasts a flattering and musical tone.
Exhibiting a smooth and natural response, the SSL Channel Strip 2’s gate/expander section reduces or eliminates unwanted mic bleed and background noise without sounding choppy and artificial. Additionally, the SSL Channel Strip 2 offers sidechain processing for frequency-dependent dynamic applications. Use it as a super-accurate de-esser, tamp down troublesome vocal resonances that blossom when a vocalist belts it out, or trigger the compressor with the kick to generative EDM-style pumping on a synth pad. The creative possibilities are immense!
Solid Stage Logic: an unmatched industry Icon
Over the last half a century, Solid State Logic has established itself as an indisputable pro audio heavyweight. Renowned for their unparalleled sonic quality, SSL consoles are an artist favorite used for countless recordings and are found in over 3,000 world-class recording facilities. For contemporary artists and engineers who work outside of a traditional big studio environment but refuse to compromise on sound, SSL creates exceptional hardware and software tools, including 500 Series modules, SuperAnalogue desk mixers, cutting-edge plug-in technology, and its proprietary X-Rack modular rack system. Regardless of how or where you produce, record, and mix, there is sure to be an SSL product that’s right for you.
Solid State Logic Channel Strip 2 Features:
- Based on SSL’s legendary console channel strip designs
- 4-band parametric EQ, switchable between E series and G series tonal characteristics
- Variable highpass and lowpass filters
- Customizable signal flow routing lets you choose how to order the processors
- Compressor with simple but powerful Ratio, Threshold, Release, and Fast Attack controls
- Soft ratio compression keeps dynamic character intact while evening out peaks
- Sidechain processing for frequency-dependent compression applications
- Natural-sounding gate/expander with smooth release response