SSL Revival 4000 Channel Strip
Signature Analogue Channel Strip Delivering That Early 1980s SSL 4000 Sound
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SKU: SSL0144
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Product Description
The Solid State Logic Revival 4000 is a high-performance analogue channel strip that brings the classic character of the early 1980s SSL 4000 consoles into a modern studio setting. Inspired by the legendary B and E Series, this 1U rack unit captures the warmth, punch, and unmistakable sonic footprint that defined countless iconic records. From the Jensen transformer-balanced mic preamp and B Series De-Esser to the discrete Class A VCA dynamics and the versatile 4-band E Series EQ, every stage has been faithfully recreated to deliver the original SSL sound. Offering a wealth of routing options, including a balanced insert point, sidechain linking, and flexible process order, the Revival 4000 integrates seamlessly into both analogue and hybrid workflows. Whether shaping vocals, drums, or entire mixes, this unit provides the clarity, musicality, and tonal flexibility that helped establish SSL as a benchmark in audio engineering, while preserving the heritage of one of the most influential consoles in history.
Key Features:
- Classic SSL 4000 E Mic Preamp:
Equipped with the original Jensen transformer circuit, this preamp provides clarity, warmth, and headroom, faithfully delivering the sound of the E Series consoles. - Authentic B Series De-Esser:
A one-knob design offering smooth, musical control, inspired by the original B console circuit, ideal for taming vocal sibilance and harsh frequencies. - Iconic 4-Band Parametric EQ:
Switchable between Brown and Black knob designs, this EQ delivers SSL’s signature tonal shaping with precision, flexibility, and unmistakable musical character.
Classic Analogue Heritage:
The Revival 4000 channels the spirit of the original SSL 4000 consoles, delivering the exact sonic footprint that shaped decades of music history. By combining the rare circuitry of the B Series with the iconic features of the E Series, it provides a distinctive sound that is both familiar and inspiring. Designed with the same attention to detail as its predecessors, the unit ensures engineers can access the textures, dynamics, and tonal richness that continue to define professional music production.
Comprehensive Dynamics Control:
At the heart of the Revival 4000 is the E Series dynamics section, faithfully recreated with its discrete Class A VCA design. Featuring compressor, expander, and gate options with flexible attack, release, and knee settings, it gives full control over signal shaping. The inclusion of a true RMS sidechain detector ensures smooth, natural compression, while selectable modes allow for precise tailoring to any source. This makes it equally suited to subtle levelling as well as aggressive, characterful dynamics control.
Flexible Routing and Processing:
The Revival 4000 offers advanced routing options, making it a versatile tool in any setup. Its balanced insert point allows external devices to be integrated seamlessly, while the external sidechain input provides creative processing possibilities. Engineers can alter the process order for tailored workflows, sending filters or EQ into the dynamics section, or bypassing specific modules as required. For stereo applications, sidechain linking allows two units to operate in perfect harmony, ensuring precise, consistent results across wider mixes.
Specifications:
- Classic SSL 4000 E Jensen transformer-balanced mic preamp
- Musical one-knob 4000 B De-Esser section
- +48V, polarity invert, pad and line input
- Discrete Class A VCA compressor section with soft or hard knee
- Fast attack switch and logarithmic or linear release modes
- Classic gate/expander with fast attack on/off
- Classic 4-band SSL EQ with switchable Brown 02 and Black 242 circuits
- High and low pass filters: Brown 02 mode – 12 dB per octave HPF and LPF, Black 242 mode – 18 dB per octave HPF and 12 dB per octave LPF
- Balanced insert point for external gear
- ‘To sidechain’ options for filters and EQ
- Flexible process-order routing for input, EQ, dynamics, and de-ess
- Line output trim
- Switchable input/output metering
- External sidechain (key) input
- Dynamics sidechain link for stereo pairing