The SSL Native X-ValveComp is a fully-featured SSL channel compressor with an added valve emulation switch for added grit. Putting console-grade compression into your DAW, the SSL Native X-ValveComp is indistinguishable from hardware compressors in response and character, with additional inclusions that are made possible in the digital realm.
Featuring a full suite of controls, X-ValveComp includes a complete set of compression dials; threshold, ratio, knee, and envelope controls including attack, release, and hold to perfectly cater your compression to your input source. Other inclusions are the Peak and RMS modes, ensuring you can tailor the response of your dynamics compression for different input sources, along with a sidechain input to create balance between two instruments.
The star of the show is the authentic analog valve emulation, a simple switch that, when engaged, enhances harmonic saturation for a punchier tone with added character and grit. Ideal for a wide variety of audio applications, including vocals, drums, bass, or even entire mixes, with this switch, you have more control over the tone of your compression than ever before.
Please Note: This product comes in the form of a digital download code that will be sent to your email for activation.
Fully-featured classic SSL compressor
No half-measures taken, the X-ValveComp doesn’t give you a taste of the sound that made SSL consoles so famous, it gives you the full gamut. Providing an exhaustive range of controls, the X-ValveComp includes ratio, knee, and threshold along with envelope shaping with attack, release, and hold controls, making it simple to dial in your compression to your audio source. Whether it’s a fast and punchy drum shell or a more slow and sustaining vocal note, you can find the perfect amount of dynamic control with the included controls.
A neat feature within the X-ValveComp is the RMS/Peak switch. With this control, you can adjust the response of your dynamic compression to target either the loudest peak source in your audio or the most common loudness level. Perfect for tailoring to different types of instruments and their transient response. Stay on Peak mode for transient-heavy instruments which come and go quickly in your session, including drum shells, and switch to RMS mode for more consistent instruments such as a bass guitar or even keyboard.
A dedicated Sidechain section includes low and high-pass filters and a Listen button to hear the sidechain source isolated. Perfect for creating space between two conflicting instruments, such as a bass drum and bass guitar, to let each bloom and duck, a common technique used in electronic music production for more consistent and clear low-end.
The compressor you know with added grit
Where traditional compressors stop, the X-ValveComp keeps pushing. Designed with an added valve emulation after the compression stage, the X-ValveComp makes it simple to add enhanced harmonic excitement to any track. With many practical applications, the introduction of the valve emulation pairs perfectly with rock vocals. Where additional cut, grit, and power are needed to cut through a dense rock mix, compressing vocals is a must to maintain consistency. Add in the valve emulation and you can make your vocals jump out of a speaker and take to the forefront. Not only suited for vocals, but you can also try your hand pairing it with distorted rhythm guitars or synthesizers to add something extra, which helps them to gel into a mix without needing to reach for any additional plug-ins.
A must-have studio essential
For such a vital studio tool, only the best will do. Known around the world for its punchy sound and glueing characteristics, the SSL Native X-ValveComp lets you harness the sound of console-grade processing in your DAW. The beating heart of all modern productions, dynamics control and compression will let you get closer to a professional sound than you thought you could. The combination of punchy compressor and aggressive harmonic saturation makes this an extremely versatile compressor for just about any audio application or instrument you might find in your sessions.
Features:
– SSL console-grade processing in your DAW
– SSL channel compression with added valve-style tone
– Valve emulation enhances harmonic saturation to thicken and colour your sound
– Side-chain input with high and low-pass filtering and side-chain listen function
– Switch between RMS and peak compression response
– Fully-featured controls include ratio, knee, threshold, attack, release, and hold
– Internal parallel compression with onboard wet/dry mix knob
– Dedicated makeup gain and auto-gain mode for consistent output levels
– Full mono and stereo compatibility
– A&B preset switching for instant comparison between two settings simultaneously
– Full DAW automation for all controls
Specifications:
– Operating system: Mac: macOS Sierra (10.12) or higher / Windows: Windows 7 (64-bit), 8 (64-bit), 8.1 (64-bit), and Windows 10 (64-bit)
– Processor: Mac: Intel Dual Core Mac running at 2.4GHz or higher / Windows: Intel Core 2 (or comparable) CPU running at 2.4GHz or higher
– RAM: 8GB recommended
– Format: Mac: AU, VST2, VST3, AAX Native / Windows: VST 2 (64-bit), VST3 (64-bit), AAX Native (64-bit)
– Product code: 1331-1010
