Solid State Logic Expands XLogic with Two New Modules
Oct 17, 2007 7:47 PM
Solid State Logic (SSL) has announced two new components for the X-Rack modular rack system: the VHD Input Module and the Stereo Bus Compressor Module.
The Stereo Bus Compressor Module, which is the first double width module occupying two X-Rack slots, is a simple unit with a simple purpose; according to SSL, it makes complete mixes sound bigger, with more power, punch, and drive. The Stereo Bus Compressor Module delivers the tonal characteristic of the G-Series Compresso,r but with the added benefit of the high bandwidth, low-noise SuperAnalogue circuit design. The classic Threshold, Attack, Ratio, Release, and Make Up controls make the module simple to operate. True Stereo Side Chain Input is accompanied by a "link" feature that enables multiple Stereo Bus Compressor Modules to be combined for surround processing.
When loaded with Stereo Bus Compressor, 4 Input, 8 Input, and Master Modules, X-Rack can now be configured as an analog summing mixer.
Key features of the X-Rack Stereo Bus Compressor Module include:
- Classic sonic character and mix finalizing capabilities of SSL Stereo Bus Compression
- True Stereo side-chain Input for external signal keying
- Link control enables several modules to be combined for surround compression
- Gain reduction meter as fitted to the classic SSL console range
- Electronically balanced XLR connections
The VHD Input Module is based on the input section of the popular SSL E-Signature Channel 1U rack processor. The VHD Input module combines five key elements: a high bandwidth mic amp stage that can handle mic, instrument, or line inputs; SSL’s Variable Harmonic Drive circuit; an additional line input/trim control section; a set of high and lowpass filters; and the Listen Mic Compressor.
SSL’s VHD system is a 100 percent analog circuit that adds a variable blend of 2nd or 3rd harmonic distortion to your signal. At relatively low input gain settings "VHD" preamps deliver clean recordings.
When loaded with Mic Input, VHD Input, EQ, and Dynamics Modules, X-Rack can now be configured as a versatile recording and processing system to serve as the perfect front end with the capacity to add analog shimmer to potentially cold DAW recordings.
Key features of the X-Rack VHD Input Module include:
- Electronically balanced ultra high bandwidth Mic input with +20 dB to +70 dB gain control and phantom power
- High Impedance and Pad Switches on Mic Amp Input
- Dedicated Additional XLR Line Input
- Variable Harmonic Drive circuit; adds a controllable blend of 2nd or 3rd Harmonic distortion
- Dedicated Trim control after the VHD stage
- Classic Listen Mic Compressor with fixed attack and release curves (ideal for drums)
- High and Low Pass Filters
Based on SuperAnalogue electronics from SSL’s XL 9000 K Series console, X-Rack is a modular rack system with Total Recall that delivers the SSL sound in a versatile form. Each X-Rack chassis holds up to eight modules in any configuration; with the introduction of these new modules, eight different modules are offered.
For more information, please visit www.solid-state-logic.com.
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