Colorful Compression: The Ultimate Glue
for Your Groups and Mixes
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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.
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.
The Secret Ingredient Behind Countless Mixes
The Original “Glue” Compressor
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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Beyond the Master Bus
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.
Licensed and Validated by
Solid State Logic
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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Timeless, with a Modern Twist
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.
Presets from the Pros
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.
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Adds a Smooth, Satisfying Quality to Your Mixes
Licensed and Validated by Solid State Logic
Dozens of Presets from Grammy-Winning Recording Pros
Dozens of Presets from Grammy-Winning Recording Pros
Avoids Overcompression—hitting It Hard Softens the Knee
Feedback Compression Design Controls Levels Unobtrusively
Added Trim Control for Quick Level Adjustment
Added Mix Control for Easy Parallel Compression