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The Solid State Logic 500 Series G-Comp brings the world-famous center section bus compressor from SSL's legendary G-Series consoles directly into the universal 500 Series format. Widely recognized as the definitive "mix glue" dynamics processor, this double-width module uses the same classic VCA gain-reduction topology that has bonded thousands of hit records across every genre over the last four decades.
While maintaining the essential layout and punchy character of the original console circuit, this modern iteration includes key workflow updates that make it even more versatile in a hybrid rack environment. With an onboard sidechain high-pass filter to keep heavy sub-bass from over-triggering gain reduction and a continuous dry/wet blend control for effortless parallel compression, the 500 Series G-Comp allows engineers to dial in dynamic cohesion and radio-ready punch with surgical precision.
From Solid State Logic
Glueing mixes together for 40+ years
The legendary sound of the SSL Stereo Bus Compressor has been glueing mixes together for 40+ years. Often imitated but never equaled, the centre section compressor from the 1980's Solid State Logic G-Series analogue console is an audio production legend. It is a simple unit with a simple purpose; it makes complete mixes sound bigger, with more power, punch and drive.
Features
- Legendary SSL G Series Stereo Bus Compressor
- THE glue and punch maker
- Additional compression ratio settings 1.5 / 3 / 10
- Renowned ‘Auto’ release
- HPF in sidechain switchable to 30Hz / 60Hz / 106Hz / 125Hz / 185Hz
- Sidechain In / Out switch
Turns a mix into a record
The Stereo Bus Compressor brings cohesion and strength to your mix unlike any other processor. To this day it remains a key element of the SSL sound and has become not just a tool for production but a part of top engineers and producers creative process.
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