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Customer Reviews 34 Reviews

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by D. Solomon (11/22/2013):

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Overview

SSL G Series Bus Compressor Plug-In

Exacting Circuit Emulation of Hit-Making SSL 4000 G Series Master Compressor

The SSL G Series Bus Compressor plug-in for UAD-2 is an incredibly faithful circuit emulation of the legendary SSL 4000 G console's bus compressor. The undeniable drive and punch of this G Series master compressor — modeled to exacting detail by Universal Audio and fully authenticated by Solid State Logic® — helped make the original 4000 G Series the world's most successful studio production console. Engineers have come to rely on this master compressor to "glue together" mixes like nothing else, as well as patching into it for wonderful results on drums, pianos and more.

With simple, intuitive controls and transparent compression characteristics, the G Series Bus Compressor plug-in for UAD-2 captures the iconic SSL sound with stunning accuracy. Plug-in controls comprise fixed Compression Ratios (2:1, 4:1 and 10:1), and Attack and Release controls with program-dependent Auto Release function. Continuous Threshold Control and Make-Up Gain, compressor bypass, and the original Auto Fade (1-60 seconds) feature provide full operational authenticity.

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Reviews

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  • Ryan Hewitt

    (Red Hot Chili Peppers)

    “The UAD SSL plug-ins are pretty amazing! I use the compressor just as I would on an analog desk, attaining the same results.”

    Phil Tan

    (Usher, Mariah Carey)

    “There are several [plug-in] versions of the stereo SSL buss compressor… But the one I always go to is the UAD version. I’m an SSL console guy, and it sounds just like the hardware to me.”

    Frederick Norén

    (Sound on Sound)

    "[With the SSL E & G Series] Universal Audio have set a new standard for analogue emulation in software."

    Frederick Norén

    (Sound on Sound)

    "[The SSL G Series Bus Compressor] ... one of the best compressor plug-ins on the market."

    Geoff Sanoff

    (Pro Sound News)

    “I'm loving it [SSL G Series Bus Compressor]. It's my new glue ... You guys just saved me 4K on outboard gear ... Well done.”

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    Incredible sound
    by D. Solomon (Friday 16 November, 2012)

    Why would I spend $250 for yet another compressor? I have so many compressors already -- it would have sound truly fantastic. I simply AB compared mixes that I was mastering with all the different compressors I own (waves, sony, all the other UAD compressors) and the SSL G series Bus Compressor and … Read More

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    Somehing magic...
    by M. Daniele (Tuesday 2 October, 2012)

    There's something magic into this compressor, as it was for its predecessor 4K. Just patch it on the master buss, or a submix group (i.e. a whole drumset), and work a little on its ultra-simple knobs just to find the right setting: your mix will be instantly brought to life. Absolutely a must-have … Read More

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    Buss it up!
    by D. Wray (Thursday 13 September, 2012)

    This is my 'Go To' comp for mixing drums & Percussion via sub groups. (Thats saying something! I love my drums and percussion!) But of course it can be slapped on your master as well for final touches / Mastering duties. I have used 4 different SSL plugs in the past, For me, This is the best one … Read More

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    by B. Burns (Sunday 17 June, 2012)

    Very close to the real thing recreation on this plug in. Unless you have the space and money for the real thing, this is as close as you can get. Very functional and open or harsh as you want it to be. … Read More

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    by C. Knox (Monday 10 October, 2011)

    OK well - I researched this all across the net - read up on it all over the forums... It was interesting - I knew I needed a great Buss Compressor but was reluctant to spend hard earned cash on this puppy!. Suffice to say I bought it after demoing it against almost every other comp available f … Read More

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Features & Specs

SSL G Series Bus Compressor

FEATURES:

  • Faithful plug-in emulation of the hit-making SSL 4000 G series bus compressor
  • Officially licensed and fully authenticated by Solid State Logic
  • Specially tailored dynamic characteristics ideal for compressing full mix or subgroups
  • Fixed Attack & Release and Ratio settings
  • Continuous Threshold and Make-Up Gain settings
  • Auto Fade feature (1-60 seconds) as found in original console
  • Analog-style metering and Compressor bypass
  • Requires a UAD-2 DSP Accelerator Card or Apollo Interface available from authorized dealers worldwide.

PARAMETERS:

  • Threshold -15dBu to +15dBu
  • Make Up Gain 0 dBu to +15dBu
  • Attack 0.1ms, 0.3ms, 1ms, 3ms, 10ms and 30ms
  • Release 0.1s, 0.3s, 0.6s, 1.2s or Auto
  • Ratio 2:1, 4:1 and 10:1
  • Compression VU Meter 0 to 20dB
  • Auto Fade Off/On
  • Auto Fade Timer 1-60s
  • Bypass In/Out
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Docs

UAD System Manual

UAD Plug-Ins Manual

UA Product Catalog.pdf

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