Solid State Logic has long stood at the forefront of professional audio. From high-end recording studios to home production setups, SSL consoles have shaped the sound of some of the most influential records in music history. Now, the company is channeling that legacy into a new format with the release of the SSL 4K G plug-in.
A statement from the company describes the new release as “the definitive emulation of the SSL 4000 G channel strip, created by its original designers to authentically recreate the sound of a generation.”
With precise circuit modeling that extends down to the component level, the SSL 4K G captures the distinct character of both the Pink ‘292’ and Black ‘242’ EQ flavors. It also includes the refined, tight-sounding dynamics section that made the original console a studio staple.
Key features include:
- Seamless integration with SSL UC1, UF8, and the SSL 360° Plug-in Mixer
- Selectable Pink 292 and Black 242 EQ curves
- G-Series dynamics module
- Emulated 4000 E-Series mic preamp (Jensen JT-115K-E) with adjustable saturation
- Variable mic input impedance control inspired by the FX383 G-Series outboard unit
- Output fader with modeled VCA characteristics
- 'HQ' mode for intelligent oversampling
- Compressor mix control and advanced configuration options
- Scalable, modern GUI
A statement from the company emphasizes that the plug-in offers “access to the iconic sound behind some of the greatest records of all time.”
To mark the launch, SSL is offering a limited-time price of $99, with a further discount to $49 for registered SSL controller users.
For those looking to hear it in action, a walkthrough video with SSL’s Luke Aziz provides a closer look at what the 4K G can do.
