Universal Audio SSL 4000 G Bus Compressor

Unleash the power of legendary British compression with the SSL 4000 G Bus Compressor, now available as a UAD Native plug - in. No Apollo required! This compressor is the secret behind the hit - making SSL sound, used by music icons like Michael Jackson and Adele. It adds the famous SSL 'glue' to your mix, making it bigger, more powerful, and punchy. With easy - to - use controls, anyone can achieve that professional SSL sound. It comes in two versions: UAD Native (runs on Mac or PC without UA hardware) and Apollo Realtime & UAD - 2 (accelerated on Apollo interfaces and UAD - 2 hardware). UA's engineers re - designed it from the ground up, capturing all circuit behaviors for an ultra - accurate stereo image. Its simple control set offers a range of dynamic control options, from subtle to aggressive. New workflow features like Side Chain Filter, Mix, and Headroom controls enhance your mixing experience. It also has the original Auto Fade feature, just like console units. With the new plug - in and the included DSP - lite legacy version, you can create platinum - selling music.

Using the SSL 4000 G Bus Compressor is straightforward. First, choose the version that suits your setup - UAD Native if you're using a Mac or PC without UA hardware, or Apollo Realtime & UAD - 2 if you have the appropriate hardware. Once installed, start by adjusting the Threshold control to get the right amount of compression. You can use it to create a subtle 'glue' effect or a more intense dynamic crush. The fixed Attack and Release controls, designed for bus functionality, will work well with most mixes. For more customization, use the Side Chain Filter to reduce low - end 'pumping' and the Mix control for quick parallel compression. The Headroom control lets you adjust the overall operating level of the plug - in. When it comes to presets, you can try out the ones from well - known artists to get inspiration. As for maintenance, make sure your software is always up - to - date to ensure the best performance. Avoid using it on systems with very low resources as it may cause lag. If you encounter any issues, check the official support page for troubleshooting tips.