COMPARISON - Solid State Logic 4K B, 4K E, Channel Strip 2 || Can you hear the difference?

In this comparison three Solid State Logic channel strip plugins compete against each other: SSL 4K B - SSL 4K E - Channel Strip 2 (all three from Solid State Logic). Can you hear the differences? Which one is your favorite?

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SSL 4K E:

The 4K E Plug-in is the definitive software emulation of the 4000E console channel strip, authentically recreating the sound, processing and workflow of one of the most highly regarded and influential music production tools in history. Released in 1979, the 4000E console played a pivotal role in reshaping the way music was made. Its big, punchy sound, advanced processing tools and ground-breaking flexibility meant it quickly became the tool of choice for the world's top studios. The 4000E console dominated the studio landscape through the ‘80s &’90s and became the sonic signature of the era's most iconic albums and tracks, with many producers and engineers considering the console a major influence on the evolution of ‘modern’ production techniques and the sound of contemporary music.

SSL 4K B:

The SSL 4K B is an authentic emulation of the SL 4000 B channel strip. Released in 1976, the SL 4000 B was famously used in the ‘Stone Room’ at London’s Townhouse Studios and was responsible for countless iconic records, including Phil Collins’ ‘In the Air Tonight’, The Buggles’ ‘Video Killed the Radio Star’ and Peter Gabriel’s ‘Intruder’. The 4K B is perfect for adding tone, punch and rich non-linear analogue character to your mixes.

SSL Channel Strip 2:

The SSL Channel Strip 2 plug-in delivers the legendary tone, features and workflow inspired by channel strips such as the SSL 9000 K, featuring SSL's proprietary EQ '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.

0:00 Guitar
1:54 Drums
3:44 Bass