SSL G-Channel

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When purchased as a single plugin, SSL G-Channel is available only for Waves v9.91 and later. See the Tech Specs tab below to ensure your system’s compatibility.

The power of the complete Solid State Logic SL 4000 console series is now at your fingertips with the SSL G-Channel, a plugin that consolidates the equalization and dynamic controls of the SSL G-Series consoles into one convenient tool.

The G-Channel EQ module delivers the original hardware’s characteristic pre-boost dip, pre-cut rise, and broad Q for extreme frequency manipulation.

The Dynamics section features soft-knee compression and limiting, a gate/expander, and automatic makeup gain for rock steady output levels. Together, they deliver the one-of-a-kind sound and convenient routing flexibility that have made the SSL G-Series console a control room classic.

EQ and dynamics plugin modeled on the SSL G Series
Heard on countless hit records
Developed under license from Solid State Logic

User Guide

Jan 31, 2016

8 Mixing Tips for SSL 4000 Plugins + Free Presets

Top mixing engineers share secret mixing tips and tricks on using the SSL E-Channel, G-Channel and G-Master Buss Compressor plugins. Free presets included.

Sep 05, 2017

SSL E-Channel or G-Channel?

What makes the SSL E and G channels different? Why – and when – choose one over the other? Take a detailed comparative look at these two legendary channel strip processors.

Mar 22, 2018

How to Create an Analog Workflow in your DAW using Channel Strip Plugins

Find out how channel strip plugins speed up your mixing workflow while adding the pleasing coloration of analog consoles within your DAW – and how they have adapted into the digital age with more flexibility than ever before.

Chris Lord-Alge Producer & Mixing Engineer

Green Day, Bruce Springsteen, Keith Urban, Muse

“The Waves SSL 4000 are the best models I have ever heard. The G-Channel ups the SSL aggression, with extra grit and extra grind – it’s the turbo-powered channel strip for hard corners and sharp boost.”

Tony Maserati Producer & Mixing Engineer

Beyoncé, Selena Gomez, Robin Thicke, Nick Jonas

“The SSL 4000 plugins sound great: I can make them sound nasty. The SSL G channel strip has more mid-range, which is great for rock’n’roll energy – a great thing whenever I’m working on that kind of material.”

The Glitch Mob

“We lean heavily on both the Waves SSL E-Channel and G-Channel plugins to help give our kicks and snares the correct tone to make them cut.”

Ken "Pooch" Van Druten Mixer, FOH Engineer

Linkin Park, Kiss, Justin Bieber, Jay-Z

“I use the SSL G-Channel for all kinds of things – but I find it especially great on drums, snare drum in particular. The gate and compressor give you THE sound of an SSL G-series console that you’ve heard on a million records. It makes my life so easy. I start with the snare top preset and tweak from there. Incredible.”

Steve Lillywhite Producer

U2, The Rolling Stones, Travis, Dave Matthews

“The SSL compressors are great on just about anything: drums, bass, and sometimes guitars. Even with the "real thing" available, I will replicate it with the Waves and keep the outboard to a minimum.”

Scott Jacoby Writer, Producer, Mixer

Coldplay, John Legend, Rachel Platten, Cory Henry

“Waves’ SSL channel strip is my favorite one on the market. And the presets rule.”

Mike Exeter Producer, Engineer and Mixer

Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, Heaven and Hell, Cradle of Filth

“Give me a Waves SSL channel plugin and I can get on with my work; Waves SSL is a faithful workhorse for my mixes.”

John Cooper Music Mixer, FOH Engineer

Bruce Springsteen, Keith Urban, Sheryl Crow

“The Waves SSL G-Channel is the best one-stop solution for drum inputs and a simple, quick way to get a great bass sound.”

Daniel Saber Producer, Mixer, Composer, Multi-Instrumentalist

Black Sabbath, David Bowie, U2, Rolling Stones

“The SSL plugins are my go-to channel strips. They’re my bread and butter.”

Mark "Spike" Stent Producer, Mixing Engineer

Radiohead, Muse, Madonna, U2

“I like using the SSL plugins on the drums, usually a combination of the G-Channel and the E-Channel, depending on what part of the kit I’m mixing: I like the G-Channel on my overheads and hi-hats to give them top-end crispiness, and the E-Channel on the kick and snare.”

Miles Walker Producer, Mixing Engineer

Beyoncé, Usher, Sia, Icona Pop

“The SSL G-Channel plugin sounds more noticeable and a touch more aggressive in the mid range, which is really excellent for making EQ choices in the instrumental parts of a track. I can push the keyboard or guitar sound more and help it cut through a really dense mix. I can also use the G-Channel for a vocal that needs a little extra help in that mid-range area. Also, the dynamic section of the G-Channel really rocks on drums, live or programmed, to help give them a bit more snap or density.”

Giles Martin Producer, Music Director, Mixer

The Beatles, Paul McCartney, Cirque Du Soleil, Jeff Beck

“When we got the SSL 4000 Collection and compared it with the original SSL console at AIR Studios, suddenly I turned around and said, ‘We are now getting into a world where in-the-box is no different from the hardware.’”

Enrico De Paoli Producer, Recording, Mixing and Mastering Engineer

Ray Charles, Stanley Jordan, Djavan, Jorge Vercillo

“Not a sweet EQ and compressor – they are extreme! Strap the SSL channels across all tracks and enjoy SSL knob turning with its aggressive, extreme pop timbre. The EQ on this channel strip has the same variable Q qualities as the original G4000 equalizer, with its x3/÷3 settings on the mid bands.”

Jimmy Douglass Producer, Mixing Engineer, Musician, Songwriter

Jay Z, Justin Timberlake, The Weeknd, The Internet

“The SSL G Channel is an invaluable go-to and general all-around good guy.”