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| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
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Key Features
The SSL 4KB Channel Strip is an exact plug-in replica of the rare and elusive SL 4000 B console, now available in your DAW. Famed for its tone, punch, and rich non-linear analog character, the SL 4000 B is heard on hundreds of iconic records. Developed using original schematics, state-of-the-art analog simulations, and detailed hardware prototypes, this plug-in has been analysed at the component level for precise accuracy.
The SL 4000 B plug-in features Jensen JE-115K-E transformer preamps to add authentic analog saturation to your tracks, as well as the original 4000-series EQ - a precursor to the O2 ‘Brown Knob’ design. Enjoy unique dynamics processing based on the legendary SSL Bus Compressor with a de-ess mode, gate, expander and an analog-modelled DBX 202 "Black Can" VCA fader. The SSL 4KB also has an expanded output section with a virtual fader, stereo image control, and Fader Level, Pan, and Width parameters for an unparalleled mixing experience. You can even use the compressor mix control for parallel compression.
Scale the CPU efficiency with HQ mode, introducing processes such as oversampling under the hood. And for hands-on control, the SSL 4KB integrates with the SSL 360° Plug-in Mixer, UC1 and UF8. Mix and match the 4KB with Channel Strip 2, and control them all from the SSL 360 Plug-in Mixer - your virtual SSL console.
Product Ref: 259163
Get effortless integration of SSL 4KB into your workspace using the 360° Plug-in Mixer ecosystem. Control SSL 4K B from both the UC1 and UF8 hardware with ease. Enjoy full Apple Silicon M1/ARM native compatibility of 360° 4K B Channel Strip. You can mix and match Channel Strip 2 and 4KB with the SSL 360° Plug-in Mixer for comprehensive control, emulating a virtual SSL console in your workspace. The SSL UF8 and SSL UC1 controllers are also seamlessly integrated for intuitive and hands-on control. Enjoy top-of-the-class integration of your workflow for maximum efficiency.
Elevate your music productions with the 4K B's preamp section, bringing lush non-linear harmonics and saturation to your tracks. The mic preamp stage comes with automatic gain compensation, which means you can easily dial in harmonics to achieve the desired effect without affecting your levels.
With the PRE function turned on, the signal passes through the JE-115K-E Transformer mic pre-amp before the INPUT TRIM, allowing you to add anything from gentle saturation to rich distortion. You can access the INPUT TRIM control, which is equivalent to a 'line input trim' on a console. This element provides a transparent signal path with up to ±20 dB of gain, so you can achieve the desired level adjustments.
With the MIC function, you can add up to +20-70 dB of automatically-compensated gain through the transformer gain stage. This feature enables you to push the input signal and add harmonics and saturation, without damaging the levels. Bring added warmth, character and texture to your tracks with the 4K B's preamp section - it's perfect for taking your music to the next level!
Unlock the musicality and innate character of the original 4000-series EQ circuit from the SL 4000 B console, a precursor to the famous 02 ‘brown knob’ design. The 4000-series EQ circuit comes with constant bandwidth parametric mid-bands, making it ideal for shaping bass and drums. The circuit's four EQ bands are enhanced with low- and high-pass filters, sporting a 12 dB per octave roll-off rate.
These features allow you to shape soundscapes and explore new sonic possibilities, whether you're mixing rock, pop, or electronic music. No matter the genre or style you're aiming for, the SL 4000 B's EQ circuit presents a profoundly musical rendering that brings out the best in your mix. Experience an unparalleled sonic character and tonality with the 4000-series EQ circuit, and bring your music to life!
Channel dynamics based on the SSL Bus CompressorThe 4KB plug-in module includes a featured channel dynamics module that is unique to the 4000 E and 9000-series channels. The compressor design is circuit topological and based on the iconic SSL Bus Compressor. The module has peak detection capabilities, as well as a sidechain VCA in a feedback loop. This ensures reliable control over peak signals, providing perfect dynamics control and detection when mixing any instrument in your mix. With this level of control over dynamics processing, you can tweak and fine-tune your soundscapes with precision and ease.
Just like the original hardware, SSL 4KB Channel Strip repurposes the compressor for broadband compression triggered by sibilance for detailed de-essing processing. Fixed to a 10:1 ratio, the de-esser is filtered with the side-chain input and features a variable release based on the input signal, running between 30-50ms, much faster than what is traditionally included on SSL dynamics processors, resulting in a smoother and more natural de-essing.
Incorporate warmth into your mix with the dbx 202 ‘black can’ VCA-modelled fader. By driving the fader to its limit, you can introduce a subtle saturation at the output. You can also add harmonics by increasing the gain and fine-tuning the output using the output trim control. The output trim control helps to level out the additional gain introduced during the saturation process, to provide a clean output without distortion. The fader is responsible for controlling the final output signal of the plug-in, giving you control over the mix's colour and texture.
Boasting under-the-hood, internal processing, engaging the HQ (High Quality) mode button activates intelligent oversampling. Perfect for scaling the CPU efficiency, the SSL 4KB will deliver a closer approximation of a continuous analog signal when HQ is switched in, lowering the processing power of your plug-in when this is disengaged, making it more friendly to lower-powered computers.
Going above and beyond what was ever possible with the hardware console, SSL 4KB Channel Strip offers routing configurations. Here, you can re-order the filters, EQ and dynamic processing blocks to suit the desired signal flow in your chosen track. With a range of preset flows, you can drastically alter the response of each module for a plethora of tones to explore.
"In general, I found the B's EQ to sound like the console I remember: effective EQs that can carve smoothly or radically; just fantastic for dialling in midrange instruments and fat sounding vocals and then easily pump up a set of drums!" - Music Connection
"After Instantiating the 4K B plug-in across all drum tracks in a working mix, I could immediately hear the difference in fullness and, frankly, quality when compared to a third-party SSL channel strip plug-in, one I have used for years." - TapeOp
