SSL X-Rack 4000 E Series Dynamics Module

The new E Series Dynamics Module for 500 Series racks reproduces 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.

Features:

• Dynamics module for SSL's X-Rack system or Mynx enclosure
• Comprises a compressor/limiter and an expander/gate with 3 distinct voicings
• Based on the 611E channel strip found in the various incarnations of the legendary SSL 4000 E Series consoles
• Gain element is an all discrete design, Class A VCA replication
• Features an XLR input on the rear panel for sidechaining applications
• Two (or more) Dynamics sections can be linked using the sidechain control signal- whichever section has the most gain reduction will control the other

Specifications:

• Function: Compressor/Limiter Expander/Gate
• Number of Channels: Single
• Inputs:
  • 1 x XLR
  • 1 x XLR sidechain
• Outputs: 1 x XLR
• Maximum Input Level: Not specified by manufacturer
• Compression Threshold: +10dB to -30dB, variable
• Compression Ratio: 1:Infinity, variable
• Attack Time: 30mSec per 20dB, switchable to 3mSec ("Fast Att")
• Release Time: 0.1Sec to 4Sec, variable
• Gate Threshold: -30dB to +10dB, variable
• Gate Rate Attack: 1.5mSec per 40dB, switchable to 100µSec
• Release: 0.1Sec to 4Sec, variable
• Maximum Output Level: +26dBu
• Make-up Gain: None
• Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz, +/-0.25dB
• Dynamic Range: Not specified by manufacturer
• Noise: THD+N: <0.05% at +20dBu, 1kHz
• Dimensions: 1.4 x 7.9 x 6.8" (49 x 200 x 171mm)
• Weight: 9.5oz (260g)
• Specialties: Using a switch on the connector panel, module input and output can be set to operate at either +4dBu or -10dBV