SSL Console Channel Dynamics
The SSL Channel Dynamics Plug-In comprises separate sections for
compressor/limiter and an expander/gate. Both sections work independently,
but can be operational at the same time, providing sophisticated control of
signal levels.
The Mono and Stereo Version are both also available as a Version with side
chain Input for advanced processes like de-essing, ducking, rhythmic level
modulation etc.
Both sections are based on the Dynamics Section of a real SSL Console
Channel Strip.
Compressor/Limiter Section
The Channel Compressor/Limiter Section has a number of key features
including a variable compression ratio from 1:1 to Inf:1, a variable threshold
from –20dB to +10dB, auto sensing attack time (or selectable 1ms attack
time), and a variable release from 0.1 to 4 seconds.
The Compressor/Limiter has two modes of signal detection, Peak and RMS.
These modes of detection either act on peaks of the incoming signals or on
their RMS average levels. This gives two very different modes of compression
and limiting with Peak Mode giving far more dramatic compression
characteristics.
DYN IN
In pressed state the Compressor and Gate/Expander Sections are
active. In non pressed state the Channel Dynamics is bypassed.
This button is directly connected to the Bypass Button in the Top
Bar.
RATIO
When turned to 1:1, the Compressor/Limiter section is inactive.
Turning the control clockwise increases the compression ratio to
give a true limiter at the fully clockwise position. The compressor
normally has an ʻover-easyʼ characteristic.
Selecting PEAK changes this to peak sensing, and replaces the
ʻover–easyʼ characteristic with a hard knee, providing an
alternative for some instruments.
SSL Console Bundle for MX4 Page 136. SSL Console Channel Dynamics
