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Description
Experience professional-grade mixing with the Solid State Logic SL 4000. As a staple in the world of studio recording gear, this mixer is renowned for its transformative impact on music production. Featuring the legendary SSL 4000 E/G console circuitry, this mixer delivers unparalleled sound quality and precision. The SL 4000 is ideal for both seasoned professionals and aspiring audio engineers looking to elevate their sound.
With its intuitive interface, this mixer offers seamless integration with both digital and analog setups, providing versatility that can adapt to any studio environment. The SL 4000 is equipped with VCA group technology, allowing for dynamic control and flexibility during live sessions or studio recordings. Its robust build promises durability, ensuring that it remains a cornerstone in your studio for years to come.
Musicians and producers alike will appreciate the SSL 4000's ability to handle complex mixes with ease, thanks to its comprehensive range of inputs and outputs. The mixer’s precise EQ and dynamics control allow for detailed sound shaping, empowering you to craft the perfect sonic landscape.
Key Features:
- SSL 4000 E/G console circuitry for superior sound quality
- VCA group technology for advanced dynamic control
- Intuitive interface compatible with digital and analog setups
- Extensive inputs and outputs for versatile connectivity
- Precise EQ and dynamics control for detailed sound shaping
- Robust build designed for durability and long-term use
Videos
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The SSL 4000 Recording Console - Part 1 - The Channel Strip Tutorial
The SSL 4000 Recording Console - Part 1 - The Channel Strip Tutorial
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Reviews
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Solid State Logic SL 4000.
Comparisons
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UAD's SSL plugin is favored for its midrange clarity and mixing capabilities, especially on drums and rhythm guitars, compared to Waves and Plugin Alliance versions.
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While similar plugins are available, users note that variations between emulations from different manufacturers offer unique tonal qualities, mimicking real console channel differences.
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The SSL 4K B is unique with no other emulation available, offering a warmer, vintage feel likened to a Neve console.
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User experience
Features and functionality
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The UAD SSL version now supports native use, relieving previous DSP limitations for users with Apollo hardware.
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The SSL 4000 channel strip plugin replicates EQ, compressor, gate, and filter functions from the original SSL 4000 console, providing comprehensive sound shaping in one tool.
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The SSL 4K B includes a preamp drive knob and a de-esser within the dynamics section.
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Software and compatibility
Value and pricing
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Users found value in UAD's pricing bundles, enabling acquisition of multiple high-end plugins at reduced costs.
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Prices vary significantly between brands, with Waves offering it at $30 and others up to $400, reflecting perceived differences in quality and features.
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SSL 4K B is free for UC1 controller owners, while the 4K G is discounted at $49 for UF8/UC1 owners.
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Use cases and applications
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It's commonly applied after recording and before final mastering, often used on each channel for analog flavor and dynamic control.
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The SSL 4000 is valued for its routing flexibility, supporting tasks like sidechaining, de-essing, and band-selective compression, making it versatile for various mixing needs.
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5.0 out of 5
Based on 1 Review and 7 Ratings
Use it for nearly everything I do in the studio
Well actually I do not own a whole SSL console (def don't have that kind of money...) but I have a channel strip unit with 2 channels from the original console. I use it for recording but also for summing stems or entire songs during my mix sessions. I use its eq and comp a lot, but even if you bypass everything and just track something after sending it through this beauty you will enrich it significantly. Can't say anything less than "amazing" for SSL. It's just great
Artist usage
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In an Instagram post by Rodney O, he can be seen with a Solid State Logic SL 4000, captioned "THIS ROOM IS MAGIC!"
0:52 Aleks Synteks uses ssl 4000 as one of its studio equipment
Throughout most of this video, Dimiz can be seen using this magic console in Studio Jork.
In the YouTube video titled "Mack 10: Westside Connection Broke Up After Ice Cube's Brother-in-Law Got Beat Up (Part 7)" by djvlad, Mack 10 is visibly using a Solid State Logic SL 4000.
In a video posted on Instagram by King Tee (@kingtla), he is seen with a Solid State Logic SL 4000 mixer behind him, as evidenced by the caption: "🤫 Yup! #StayReady #ReputablesOnly2025👑".
Album Usage
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Genre Usage
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Used With
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