Get Hit-Making Analog Sound with the SSL® 4000 E Channel Strip Plug-In

[@UniversalAudio]

Hey all, be sure to check out this clip on using the SSL E Channel for saturation. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qp23ZINolMh7aZo

[@HIGHHOPES]

The Native upgrade should be free. Nobody should have to pay $49 because of a "new side chain feature" that will never be used.

[@therearenoruleshere]

$10 is sort of a freebie 😂

[@HIGHHOPES]

correction: I just checked the UAD website... it's $49 for the native upgrade. FORTY NINE DOLLARS

[@HIGHHOPES]

@@therearenoruleshere my bad, it's actually $49

[@hinky7729]

No, ist is 10 Euro with the Coupon

[@YuriesMix]

​@@hinky7729 what cupón?

[@RommyLeVent]

It is a good plugin, no questions at all, but the upgrade to Native shall be free of charge and dont forget this an old plugin and it can't costs 163 euros, this is just a plugin. When it was only for Apollo it was 53 euros, that's the real price of it! Dont be like original SSL with overpriced plugins, untill they have high prices you can take the opportunity to earn more by making a good price!

[@MSantosArte]

Hey @UniversalAudio, I love you guys, was waiting for this native version for long time, but come on, we have to pay again to have it? Ok, is just $10 but it doesn't feel right to me.

[@davidmarais1048]

The SSL plugin is astoundingly good.

[@MrFernando311]

The Native upgrade should be free!!! never spend another cent with universal audio hello PLUGIN ALLIANCE !!!

[@DiorLouis]

Yo charging for this native upgrade for existing SSL DSP owners is diabolical 🤦🏾‍♂️ we’ve never had to pay for native drops this is just weird & im very disappointed with you guys

[@user-tioldjg]

Huge disappointing for charging upgrade dsp ver. to native version

[@brandonsanchezr.7383]

I only own the DSP version of the channelstrip, I don't own the bus compressor. So, their $49 offer for the bundle (which includes the bus compressor) is not that bad honestly. HOWEVER, I don't care about the bus compressor, I don't want to buy it, I only need my channelstrip to run natively. They're asking $149 for the channelstrip alone, and just because it has external sidechain now? This is ridiculous. This thing should be free of charge, even the $10 they're asking the ones who own the bundle is nonsense.

[@sgfdancecompany]

Im an dedicated and heavy UAD user in my mixing dutys: 3 octacores plus the UAD 4x; for conversion i jump to the Lynx Aurora n (no question mark here) So charging 10€ for the side chain addition sounds for me, like others colleagues here; really unfriendly. I invite you Drew and the rest of the UAD Team to reconsider this decision.

[@nilsliebich1822]

Hey, Im thinking to get the lynx too. Heard some A-B sounds great. Do you already have some impressions to share?

[@sgfdancecompany]

@@nilsliebich1822 HI there Nils! Yes of course, happy to contribute. When i was looking for an upgrade for my studio from the Apollo x6 to the next level in my AD/DA converters, I try the Apogee Symphony II, Prism Sound Titan, Digital Audio Denmark DAD and the Lynx Aurora (n) into some pals studios, and of course the all sounds great and more expensive compèring to the Apollo (they are great for some audio duty's, the unison tech, and friendly workflow but the converters are not there their weak part) ; but the Aurora wins. The round low sounds, the clear presence on mids and the open sterero and 3d depth make me choose it., also my studio have a professional acoustic treatment so the room have a great sound;, so when with 2 of my collaborators we did the A/B test the difference is not minor. So now after one year, my workflow in mixing and mastering really improve in time, efficiency and of course quality. Don´t hesitate and go for it.

[@sgfdancecompany]

@@nilsliebich1822 Sorry Nils for the delay in answer you. Go for it, you don't be disappoint with the quality of AD/DA converters, they are top notch.

[@RicardoTolbert]

u forgot to mention that you have to pay for the SSL upgrade, something UA hasn't done yet with their native rollout. I'm assuming they're indicating that they want to start charging for updates like Waves.

[@PitchforkIncorporated]

Yeah, conveniently forgot to mention that probably because they already said it would be free. They’re trying to bend you over.

[@juansebastianrodriguez9682]

I just paid $10. It's unacceptable that I have to pay even more for this plugin. I mean, it's amazing, and in my experience, it's the best SSL emulation out there. Come on, guys, give me back my $10! I also purchased a couple of quad cards just to run this because the DSP version is extremely heavy to run. This update should be free. This feels like an absolute abuse of consumers.

[@joelibretti]

10000000% Agree! Pricks!!!

[@bco0t6]

Brainworx is slightly better for half the price and half the bs

[@MusicLimited-lz7hy]

For $10 exchange PR publicity. UA win😂😂

[@guyincascade]

@@bco0t6 half price yes, better ? No this new release is really good. Blows the API plugin out of the Water

[@nukenoly8751]

Cmon just skip your cup of Joe for a day 😊

[@owenlimjiajun4518]

Understood that you guys have added side chain feature for Native, but you can't FORCE the Apollo user who owned the SSL 4000 bundle to upgrade it. At least you have to allow them to use it in Native mode without your new feature, if we want the side chain feature then we will pay $10 for it.

[@MariJu1ce]

Uad becoming waves! Wanting us to pay for it once again!

[@johnisrael5183]

they been waves...LOL

[@MusicChannel-rf5zz]

Oh no.I hate waves for that reason!

[@Byronic19134]

@@MusicChannel-rf5zzyeah but at same time Waves reliably had plugins over 20 years old that still work as they continually upgrade they’re entire catalogue to ensure it stays compatible with current os

[@MKD371]

Fantastic, finally, been looking forward to this emulation. It's so good.

[@kingech_B15]

This is like a repeat of the autotune pro plugin debacle. lol they don’t learn.

[@jackguy7551]

Sounds incredible!!!! And I have them all

[@Miss_Pixie]

UAD Luna and using Pro Tools?

[@sin_phany_tv]

OK, so I am thrilled that the plug-in finally made it as a native plug-in, but definitely I will not be a happy camper if from here and out all plug-ins that we own as DSP are required to pay $10 upgrade, I am glad that I have the M3 max with 128 gigs of RAM and don’t have to worry about DSP for these plug-ins but please Universal audio hear us out if we own the plug-ins we shouldn’t need to pay for the native version

[@Somedei]

The end of UAD, when a company abuses this way its time to R2R

[@pdbordelon]

This was wonderful thank you! Getting my signature V2 software with this plug in next week!

[@FarwaterRecords]

I already purchased the SSL version for UAD-2, why don't I get the native version for free? Now I have to buy the plugin again for ONE HUNDRED FIFTY dollars?

[@realtalk2020]

No. If you already own SSL E only, you can upgrade and get the native version for $49.99. If you already own both SSL E and SSL G, you can upgrade and get both native versions for only $9.99 with a discount code UA provides.

[@PitchforkIncorporated]

They’re trying to bend you over!

[@guyincascade]

Ok UA, I remember you saying couple years ago. If you own the dsp version of a plugin, the native version would be free. So did you lie? Did you not honor your word?

[@Curtis-qg4ir]

Can we get some more examples on Vocals? 😅

[@Tav_cr]

I ain't paying a dime more for a plugin I already own. This is so greedy UAD and you will feel the heat from your customers for doing this.

[@PitchforkIncorporated]

They’re trying to bend you over! No thanks Diddy!

[@j.charleshiggins5503]

It’s 10 dollar upgrade so it’s only a slight insult. But you’re completely capable of just using the one you already purchased, who’s stopping you? I think you’re all getting bent out of shape over nothing. Just keep using what your already own. Or just quit making “music” because I’m sure what you’re working on is trash that no one wants to hear anyway 🤣

[@Tav_cr]

@@j.charleshiggins5503 So UAD is now hiring trolls to respond to negative comments. Or are you naturally this pathetic of a bootlicker?

[@Zifahrimas]

I paid 10 bucks but cmon this should be free

[@josephc.3863]

I bought this already but it's not available to me in Native?! What Gives?!

[@PitchforkIncorporated]

They’re trying to bend you over.

[@bassnotes5468]

Not complaining as I was considering a satellite just for SSL. For $10, I have no complaints.

[@sizr]

I've purchased the Ultimate collection based on the fact that it includes 88 licenses for 88 native UADx plugins, including the two SSL ones. This was advertised, clearly communicated and until recently explicitly visible in my user account. It now seems that you've removed half of those licenses for native versions. Although not a lawyer, I strongly believe this is completely illegal. Can you please comment @UniversalAudio , please consider this as a sincere and factual question.

[@Brantdrangus8489]

Awesome video. Loving this and the gbuz comp. Puts ALL other versions from competitors to shame IMHO. ❤

[@amazeus1980]

I‘ve payed 99€ for that plugin…About 7 years ago…did not use it much because I have PCI Duo…I can run only 3-4 instances and that’s it. Now I got spark sub for $10 only because of that plugin but I don’t mind having the rest as well! 😂 for a 10er a month… (btw I hate subscription model) 😂 but UAD has a great sound guys seriously! ❤

[@user-kg6vm5jj4p]

Perfect! I have found people who are consistent and who do not just swallow what is happening right now with UAD's decision to pay for this plugin, as if it were a new version and not an update... I thought I was going crazy, or that I was making a wrong interpretation of what was happening! Reading the many users, they have brought me back to reality, and I hope I am not wrong and harm anyone with my comments who has acted well, otherwise, let's hope that the wise UAD user decides, and possible future users about new purchases. I don't want to put my finger on the sore spot, but I think that UAD users are no different than Waves users, and we already know what could have happened, and it didn't happen because of a quick rectification by this company!

[@DJGunter]

Ok but why should I buy the native version of the plugin if I already have the DSP version? This sucks. I'm very disappointed.

[@tytansoundlab]

You will get it free is you own it already

[@DJGunter]

@@tytansoundlab They gave every native plugin for free if we owned the DSP version but not anymore. Now we have to pay for the native version even is we have the DSP version. Check the UAD user forum.

[@UniversalAudio]

We added external side chain.

[@DJGunter]

@@UniversalAudio You added to the API channel strip too and it was completely free. Like all the other native plugins. By the way, I don’t need sidechain. For 327€, I absolutely don’t need sidechain. It’s a joke.

[@grzegorzfiedorowicz]

@@UniversalAudio hahahaha! Are you serious?!?!? 😡

[@johndoe-cb5ck]

Awesome! Thanks Drew.

[@UniversalAudio]

My pleasure!

[@darkmaer]

Since starting to buy native plug-ins from you guys. This is the first time I’m questioning whether it’s worth it. Mainly cause I use console one and I’ve already got soft tubes version of both of their SSL strips. Plus I already have their bus compressor and I think it’s amazing. Maybe if it really goes on sale or I can do like two for $100 deal. Nonetheless, this was actually really great with all the stuff that you released with the amps channel strip, and the vocal strip as well.

[@YuriesMix]

Is free for owners as the another plugins, what is the difference :(

[@MasteringSound]

Apollo owners of the plugin have to pay for Native now? That’s never happened?

[@JosephPatrickMooreMusic]

Incredible Video. Thank you!

[@UniversalAudio]

glad you enjoyed it!!

[@hinky7729]

Didnt have a problem with the 10 euro - I am very happy that we have the native version now! Just have a apollo solo and with 1 shark it is almost unusable

[@Rhuggins]

8 year old code...is it any better than the PA (or SSL) versions? I use the Softube here, and love it

[@UniversalAudio]

Compare and hear for yourself. 👍🏻

[@ayokiff1073]

Way better if not the best

[@bco0t6]

Brainworx is better and more authentic UAD is good but not for the bs that comes with it

[@guyincascade]

@@bco0t6 this latest version hit the mark. Immediately heard the difference. Way better than the API STRIP to my ears

[@BuiltRiteTrans]

I have to agree with the majority here. UA, keep pissng everyone off, and eventually, newbies will say, "Nope, not falling for the corporate trap again. There are way too many good options to keep letting UA suck everyone dry for sonethjngvthey already overpaid for in the first place.

[@jeremystorm3902]

I can't see myself doing much future business with UA after this weeks announcements. $3500 for an upgrade to a Universal Audio Apollo x8p Gen 2., They didn't give a bump on the DSP chips. Now I have to buy the Native versions of the SSL. This is the third time Ive had to pay them for the SSL Bundle. Complete B.S. I won't buy anymore of their new plugins and at some point I'll sell the Apollo and switch to another 8 Pre interface. Presonus seems to be making great stuff for a small fraction of the cost of UA

[@sgfdancecompany]

converters? jump to the next floor: Aurora Lynx N or Burl

[@JasonGora]

This, 1176, oxide tape Went from hating my jazz bass tone to getting it perfect every time

[@PitchforkIncorporated]

Is this a joke? You add a pointless side chain to charge dsp owners again. They didn’t even update the ancient gui. Never another dime.

[@tonyalbertson8379]

I’m done with UAD

[@fremadethis]

Can you guys get the 33609 in native? 🙂

[@UniversalAudio]

Sorry, we can't comment on any future developments or releases. We appreciate your interest though and encourage you to stay tuned.

[@yi9932]

I second that!

[@breakinglaces]

The 33609 is a sneaky awesome compressor.

[@arvindbeeharry8214]

I just paid $10 too for this. it should've been free. I remember UAD stating Native versions will be free for UAD2 purchased users. Guess it's time to move away from UAD platform for good!

[@michelle-lambert]

Good Job Drew! Thanks for this navive version, I'll be able to put it on each track instead of the Brainworks one.

[@pedrorafaneves]

SSL 4000 E, Neve 88R, we want that LUNA expansion for real.

[@roberteismann1929]

Tried it but prefer the Waves EV2, CLA Mixhub and Softube.

[@PitchforkIncorporated]

Done with UA. The Plugin Alliance 4k is way better.

[@frankrotthier4392]

like many people have said. It should be free of charge! I own the DSP versions and a lot of expensive Apollo gear.

[@dek10157]

Is the auto gain only on the new ssl native?

[@UniversalAudio]

No, the console and therefore the DSP plugin have it.

[@dek10157]

@@UniversalAudio so I’m not seeing the auto gain feature on console. Do I have to have the new apollos or is this intergraded into the old ones as well

[@UniversalAudio]

Auto gain is Gen 2 only.

[@tilllanglo5316]

So where can i buy the update? 😃 Will i get an e-mail with a link if i own the UAD-2 version?

[@UniversalAudio]

If you own both SSL plugins, cart the collection and there will be a code in your cart to apply. If you own one SSL plugin, do the same and the price will be $49 for both!

[@abycc]

@@UniversalAudio But where can I find the native update for only the Channel Strip?

[@ProsodySound]

@@abycc UA released both the SSL Channelstrip and the G-Bus Compressor as native releases. If you own the DSP versions of both of these plugins already, UA will charge $10 for the native upgrade for both of these plugins. They don't have free native upgrades (as of yet) for either of these plugins.

[@miguelsoares5340]

Would love some integration with the UC1 controller in LUNA. The channel strip makes a lot more sense to work with while tracking and recording.

[@UniversalAudio]

UC1 has a 360 Link plugin that you can use to map this plugin as you like.

[@miguelsoares5340]

@@UniversalAudio Yep, I know. I use it all the time and it's great! I was talking about using the UC1 WHILE tracking in LUNA. As it is, I cannot use it because it's a third party plugin and it is disabled in ARM mode.

[@directed6924]

Why EQ frequencies in this plug-in don't match actual frequencies? When you boost 1K in the channel strip, the actual boost is 600Hz. Are there plans to fix this???

[@UniversalAudio]

This is exactly as the hardware behaves. We model things as they are with the real thing. 👍🏻

[@ProsodySound]

As UA replied, they're correct. The values on the knobs don't necessarily mean much since the actual frequency adjustments may not align with what values are shown on the knobs. This was common for analog hardware. So when tweaking knobs, it comes down to listening with your ears rather than watching with your eyes. To sum it up - it's not a bug that needs to be fixed. It's emulating the behavior of the outboard unit. I hope this helps! 👍

[@directed6924]

@@UniversalAudio Good to know. I thought something was wrong with the GUI. Thank you for explanation. Can't stop getting blown away by the sound of this plug-in. Brings dimension, punch, weight. Hope to see Culture Vulture native in the future.

[@directed6924]

​@@ProsodySound Yes, it did help. Thank you for sharing information.

[@judahsuum6164]

we, spark user cannot active licence of new added plugins.

[@UniversalAudio]

Sorry to hear you're having issues. Be sure to get a ticket open with Support, they'll have things for you to try. Go to help.uaudio.com, click on the Support bot icon in the lower right corner and type “create ticket”

[@shaner36]

Terrible! Long time uad user….$10 upgrade fee. Whatz next fees to upgrade gui…. Hope uad does not turn in to waves….

[@gordowebb9910]

I wish the UA website was more obvious about which plugins worked natively and which didn't. I've been looking at Neve products and it's so confusing

[@UniversalAudio]

We have a Native toggle switch that eliminates DSP only plugins.

[@schmeddy311]

Great demo! The clarity and warmth that comes from the SSL 4000 E Series is amazing-it really brings out the character in the mix. Quick question: Have you found any unconventional uses for the channel strip, like applying it to instruments or elements outside of the usual drums, bass, and vocals that it’s famous for? Would love to hear your thoughts!

[@UniversalAudio]

Sweet! Glad you enjoyed. It's good for ANYTHING! These consoles used to be the way EVERY record was mixed, so it ALL when through it!!

[@nixc1972]

Does this channel strip integrate in with Luna like the API Vision?

[@UniversalAudio]

No, it is not a LUNA Extension

[@nixc1972]

@@UniversalAudio thanks. I hope there is a plan to add more consoles to Luna. One of the main reasons I Use Lune for tracking - would be cool to have other options readily available for shaping sounds at the source. Thanks again

[@nobirdsnomasters]

the learn more link 404's. Where's the link for the live stream?

[@UniversalAudio]

Fixed. It's in the description.

[@josegalan13]

How does it work with the processor? How much does each instance load it? Thank You

[@ProsodySound]

To my experience, the native release can handle way more instances than the DSP chip. I tested out loading about 40-50 instances on a Mac Studio M1 (64 GB ram) and found that it can handle the plugin with no issues. The CPU still wasn't maxed out.

[@BCRilakuma]

Can the side chain function use in Cubase? I found that some UAD plugins are not support side chain function in Cubase😭

[@UniversalAudio]

yes. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qF7am32Jj7Smnq8

[@BCRilakuma]

@@UniversalAudio I have read this video already but some of the compressor such as all 1176 are not support this function. There is no side chain button in the VST side chain slot. Moreover did UAD2 plug-in support side chain in Cubase now?

[@UniversalAudio]

Correct, not all have it. The SSL plugins now do as well as Capitol Mastering and API 2500

[@amazeus1980]

FYI this console is good for rock music but hip-hop, rnb was also recorded with these.

[@juansebastianrodriguez9682]

I own ythe UAD 2 ver How can i get the native is by far the best SSL Emulation

[@vi4utube]

You have to pay to get the native...

[@jaroplichta]

new plugin? am I traveling in time? I have been using it for more than 10 years. UAD, you very quickly forgot why you switched to native versions. because M1 processors started to push you out of your advantageous position on the market. I use these plugins daily, so I paid €9 for the upgrade. but one last time. The word upgrade is a strong word because nothing has improved at all.

[@johnisrael5183]

Acustica Audio's Sand3 Pre Salt EQ on SSL and Sand4 Ultra Comp Beats this...this is the Best Regular but Acustica Audio and Nebula...will always win......

[@Zabrid]

I only have the ssl E channel strip and the upgrade costs $89. I don't want the compressor and they want to sell it to me in a bad way 😡🤬

[@8AW2]

Another cheeky cash grab. Very disappointing.

[@stephenteller]

How about trying it out a traditional vocal where someone is actually singing? It’s hard for me to tell on a rap vocal.

[@mididump]

Loving the sidechain

[@alexandretoth]

Thanks a lot. I waited for a long Time This day. 10€ it’s Nothing for using this plugin without buy a dsp card ( 700€) 😉 Drew do you think That one day we could use THIS ssl 4000 with the console 1?

[@UniversalAudio]

I suspect Softube will update to support it. But ask them to be sure.

[@alexandretoth]

Thanks a lot!

[@mariomaslik]

@@UniversalAudio why cannot you comment? what is the problem?

[@YuriesMix]

Una mi er da, supuestamente ya se pago por este plugin en COMPLETE UAD, no es un plugin nuevo, no tiene sentido es un plugin antiguo

[@joolm4976]

Can we use Spark plugin on the road without internet connection?

[@listenfidi]

no

[@UniversalAudio]

Sure, get a USB iLok.

[@connorharris1900]

UAD is gonna get sued being such shmucks.

[@joolm4976]

I already have the SSL collection and I have to pay 163 euros again for the update? OMG

[@hinky7729]

No, 10 Euro!

[@joolm4976]

@@hinky7729 i'm in France and its actually 163euros

[@joolm4976]

@@hinky7729 no they ask me 163euros, omg

[@CCRealm]

No heads up to the changes, I can see why loyalist are upset. UAD needs to reverse and refund those that paid the upgrade fees. WTH does "backfill" code mean ? Hey UAD, it should be LOUD and CLEAR on how customers feel about this one.

[@DreRenard-k8n]

they sent me a email telling me to pay 10 dollars for a plugin I already have?? Wow 🤯 Da faq UAD.. if I wasn’t already so invested and use to using the uad plugins and echo system I’d just find other tools to use, I’m kinda getting tired of these shady money 💰 grabs..

[@johnstrawberriusfields]

nickle and dime

[@imremozsik1012]

For all the whiners: paying 10 bucks for the upgrade to the excellent native ssl 4ke strip and being able to put it on all your tracks with super-low cpu usage is a real bargain. Stop complaining! Its the price of two Big Macs

[@fredericauger2436]

Sans rire il font payer le plugin ? Mais je l'ai déjà payer c'est vraiment exagérer !

[@winterslee]

So disappointed UA still wants to charge us for a native version, which is totally against their promise before. I am not going to pay 1 cent for their plugins again.

[@johnisrael5183]

Its ....Ok....if they would have put more "Saturation" on the Plugin.....it would be better..this where Sand3 Beats it

[@fedemartinez5639]

Great for the native version, but why should I buy again a plugin that I allready own? Stop shiting over your clients, "oh look the same doll, but now has a new hat"

[@MoreThanMusicStudios]

Plug alliance has a WAY better SSL channel strip called the 9000 J.

[@UniversalAudio]

This is the classic SSL 4000 E console. Different devices.

[@amazeus1980]

Now SSL G please…the one from Eminem. 🫢😉🤓😂

[@bassnotes5468]

Not complaining as I was considering a satellite just for SSL. For $10, I have no complaints.