SSL 4000e Deep Dive Guide

Overview

• This guide covers the SSL 4000e plugin from Plug-in Alliance.
• It is divided into small chapters for easier navigation.
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Filters

• Expander Overview

  • The expander can be disabled by lowering the Range.
  • By default, filters are enabled and indicated by a red light.

• Filter Types

  • Low Pass Filter: Cuts high frequencies (22kHz to 3kHz).
  • High Pass Filter: Cuts low frequencies (16Hz to 350Hz).

• Multiplication and Division

  • Buttons for multiplying/dividing frequency ranges.
  • Enables adjustment of frequency limits based on need.

• Dynamic Side Chain

  • Allows for filtering incoming signals in the dynamic section.

EQ Section

• Structure

  • Four bands: High, High Mid, Low Mid, Low.

• Frequency Ranges

  • High: 1.5kHz to 16kHz.
  • High Mid: 600Hz to 7kHz.
  • Low Mid: 200Hz to 2.5kHz.
  • Low: 30Hz to 450Hz.

• Types of EQ

  • Shelf or Bell: Each band can toggle between these modes.

• Analog vs. Digital Modes

  • Option to switch between Analog and Digital for different tonal characteristics.

TMT (Tolerance Modeling Technology)

• Emulates variances between different channels in the mixing console.
• Channels can be randomized for subtle differences in sound.

Compressor Section

• Controls

  • Ratio, threshold, release.

• Attack

  • Attack is program-dependent with fast and slow settings.

• Sound Characteristics

  • The SSL compressor is known for its punchy and snappy sound.

• Linking Channels

  • Option to link left and right channels for consistent compression.

• Mix Control

  • Provides parallel compression capabilities.

• Dynamic Side Chain with EQ

  • Allows for dynamic filtering of frequencies affecting the compressor.

Expander and Gate Section

• Expander Function

  • Expands dynamic range (opposite of compression).

• Gate Function

  • Aggressively reduces unneeded sounds, focusing on accents.

• Normal Mode

  • The opposite of standard expander behavior.

• Hysteresis Control

  • Fine-tunes the opening and closing of the gate to maintain a smoother sound transition.

Conclusion

• The guide covers all controls and functionalities of the SSL 4000e plugin.
• Emphasizes the importance of understanding dynamics, EQ, and filtering in mixing.
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