Waves SSL G-Master Buss Compressor

Description

paragraph: Ask any pro engineer—there’s nothing like the SSL G-Master on the stereo bus. Originally strapped across SSL console master buses to “glue” mixes together into a solid, cohesive experience, the SSL G-Master is also ideal for drum buses, backup vocals, and even solo instruments.

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paragraph: The SSL G-Master Buss Compressor’s crucial role in hit after hit has stood the test of time—and Waves’ emulation faithfully re-creates this essential sound.

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heading: The Original “Glue” Compressor,
paragraph: Engineers working with the SSL 4000 G-Series Console quickly realized that its master bus compressor, with its uncanny ability to “glue” tracks together in the final mix, was the perfect way to unify the overall sound.

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heading: Beyond the Master Bus,
paragraph: This versatile compressor’s intuitive operation, along with the ability to compress gently or add color, has also made the SSL G-Master Buss Compressor a favorite for drums, overhead mics, vocals, piano, and more.

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heading: Licensed and Validated by Solid State Logic,
paragraph: To create the world’s finest virtual SSL G-Master Buss Compressor, we went to the source: SSL. This compressor’s vintage feedback-based design sounds smoother than the more common feedforward design.

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heading: Timeless, with a Modern Twist,
paragraph: The SSL G-Master Buss Compressor includes the original’s sidechain and fade function, as well as its distinctive analog character with subtle hiss and harmonic distortion. Or, choose a pristine digital implementation.

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heading: Presets from the Pros,
paragraph: Choose the right sound fast, by taking advantage of the expertise that’s “baked into” production-ready presets from Chris Lord-Alge, Steve Lillywhite, Dave Pensado, and a dozen other top recording engineers.