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SSL 9000K Console Channel Strip Processing
The SSL Native Channel Strip 2 Plug-in delivers the legendary tone, features and workflow of an SSL 9000K console channel strip, now featuring SSL's proprietary 'Anti-Cramping' technology and external Side Chain input.
The EQ section is a classic 4-band design with parametric LMF & HMF and shelving LF & HF sections (LF & HF switch to Bell). The whole EQ can be switched between E & G Series characteristics and can be applied to the dynamics side chain.
The Dynamics section offers separate Compressor and Gate/Expander. The Compressor can be switched between soft and hard knee. Both the Compressor and Gate/Expander sections feature fast/slow attack switches and independent side chains. The plug-in also features High and Low Pass Filters which can also be applied to the side chain. Perfect for smoothing, controlling and adding presence to any source material.
Features
- Based on SSL’s legendary console channel strip designs
- 4-band parametric EQ, switchable between E- and G-Series tonal characteristics
- Variable highpass and lowpass filters
- Customizable signal flow routing lets you choose how to order the processors
- 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
- Integrates with SSL 360 and is controllable from UC1 and UF8 hardware
System Requirements
Mac
- macOS 11 Big Sur - macOS 13 Ventura (64-bit only) (M1 Mac supported)
- Intel Dual-Core Mac running at 2.4GHz or higher
- 4 GB of RAM minimum (8 GB of RAM recommended)
- AU, VST2, VST3, AAX Native
Windows
- Windows 10 - Windows 11 (64-bit only)
- Intel Core 2 (or comparable) CPU running at 2.4GHz or higher
- 4 GB of RAM minimum (8 GB of RAM recommended)
- VST 2, VST3, AAX Native
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Reviews Summary
While it aims to provide a helpful overview, it may not capture every perspective or detail. We encourage you to read individual reviews to make an informed decision.
Customers overwhelmingly praise the SSL Native Channel Strip 2 as a go-to, high-quality mixing and mastering tool. Reviewers highlight its clean, transparent, and punchy sound, noting that its emulation of the SSL 9000K console delivers analog polish without harshness or unwanted coloration. Key strengths include an intuitive workflow, switchable E- and G-series EQ curves, musical dynamics, and low CPU usage across multiple tracks. While a few users mention a minor learning curve for beginners and wish for more presets, the general consensus is that it is an exceptional, must-have plugin, particularly when purchased on sale.
