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 Original “Glue” CompressorEngineers 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.Beyond the Master BusThis 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 LogicTo 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.Timeless, with a Modern TwistThe 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 ProsChoose 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.Features: Adds a smooth, satisfying quality to your mixes Dozens of presets from Grammy-winning recording pros Avoids overcompression—hitting it hard softens the knee Added Trim control for quick level adjustment Licensed and validated by Solid State Logic Dozens of presets from Grammy-winning recording pros Feedback compression design controls levels unobtrusively Added Mix control for easy parallel compression Requirements: mac ram:8 disk:16 version:macOS Catalina 10.15, Big Sur 11, Monterey 12, Ventura 13, Sonoma 14 plugins: VST-2 VST-3 AU AAX windows ram:8 disk:16 version:Windows 10 64 bit Windows 11 plugins: VST-2 VST-3 AAX Videos:
