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SSL X Rack 4000 Dynamic Description
XLogic X-Rack E Series Dynamics Module
The new E Series Dynamics Module is one of two new modules for the X-Rack/Mynx SuperAnalogue™ modular mixing and processing system. The new E Series Modules reproduce the legendary sonic signature of an early 80’s classic, the SL 4000 E console channel strip, which was featured on countless 1980’s recordings.
The E Series Dynamics Module features a compressor/limiter and an expander/gate, both of which return faithfully to the circuitry and key components which define the sound of the original SL 611E Series channel strip. A true RMS converter is used in the side chain while the gain element is an all discrete design identical to the Class A VCA chip used in the original unit. The compressor contains additional switching options to defeat the over-easy curve and to use a linear release instead of the more usual logarithmic curve. The result is a compressor with three distinct voices, each with its own musical character.
SSL X Rack 4000 Dynamic Features
- Immortal SSL 4000 Series circuitry
- Class A VCA replication
- Expander/Gate with Key input
- Based on classic 611E console channel strip
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SSL 4000 X-Rack E Series Compressor Review / / See All ZenPro Audio Reviews Here: Review Page
For a guy who doesn't live anywhere near a studio with an SSL console, I have to say that the E series compressor module for the X-Rack has that...sound you hear on records. Sporting the ability to go pretty much AUTO if desired (and it's a really smart auto mode), switchable peak or average dynamics control of the compressor, fast attack option, linear release option or fully tweakable logarithmic release, and a full gate or expander that dials in with ease...the 4000 E compressor gets you where you want to go and delivers that "pop" presence you desire and full control over your dynamic range while delivering an exciting sizzle.
For the most part I'll say you can just pop it into the AUTO modes and rock, and you'd be hard pressed to find any "bad" sounds. Average mode with linear release and fast attack, just dial in the ratio and play with the threshold and stuff will just fall into place. The peak mode is quite a different animal and obviously excels at handling stray transients and random spikes in volume better. Peak mode is also nice for more exaggerated pumping types of compression when used with the variable release. I tend to be an AUTO guy if something works well and dials in fast, and am very impressed with how the 4000 E performs in average mode. It's more predictable and I don't find myself fighting it much.
The gate can perform hardcore duties, and you have full control over threshold and depth, as well as release times. Switching to the expander is a less obvious effect but won't chatter and will deliver a cleaned up track that will slide into any mix nicely. I mostly used on drums, and yes it will do extreme Phil Collins type of stuff easily and it's a recognizable sound.
Conclusion: Whether you like to tweak or just knock down stuff quickly, the 4000 E deserves your attention. It really does have that SSL sound and performs well beyond its asking price.
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