SSL G3 MultiBusComp by Solid State Logic compressor plugin interface

SSL G3 MultiBusComp: 3-Band Glue Compressor Plugin by Solid State Logic

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SSL G3 MultiBusComp is a 3-band compressor plugin from Solid State Logic that applies classic SSL glue compression independently across three frequency bands, with per-band drive and external sidechaining.

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01Overview

The G3 MultiBusComp brings SSL-style glue compression into a multiband design. Each of its three bands can be set separately, with its own threshold, crossover and drive. Band-level sidechaining lets you control compression from a different frequency range or an external signal. The plugin runs as a 64-bit effect on Windows and macOS, and its interface can be scaled from 50% to 200% to suit different screens.

Best for

  • Bus compression
  • Mix glue
  • Multiband dynamics control
  • Sidechain ducking
  • Mastering dynamics
  • Adding drive warmth
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02Key features

What you get

  • 3 bands of classic SSL “glue” compression
  • Per-band external sidechaining with customizable sidechain filters
  • Parameter linking applies inverse changes to thresholds and make-up gains
  • Per-band ‘4K’ drive harmonic control for warmth and character
  • Band graph view for setting thresholds and frequency crossovers
  • Mutually exclusive soloing on each band and sidechain input
  • Fully rescalable GUI from 50% to 200%
  • 64-bit plugin for Windows and macOS
03In depth

Multiband SSL Glue Compression and Drive

The G3 MultiBusComp splits the signal into three bands and applies SSL "glue" compression to each one, so dynamics can be shaped in the low, mid and high ranges separately.

Each band includes a per-band drive control based on the ‘4K’ drive circuit. Solid State Logic presents this as a way to add warmth and character while keeping dynamic control of the signal.

Parameter linking lets you apply inverse changes to thresholds and make-up gains at the same time, which keeps the overall level balance easier to manage when you adjust one band.

Band Graph, Sidechain Filters and Auditioning

The band graph view lets you set thresholds and frequency crossovers visually, so you can see how each band is divided and processed.

Sidechain filters can be unlinked from the band crossovers. Per-band bell filters can accentuate or reduce response at chosen frequencies, and external sidechaining can drive a band from another frequency range or a separate signal.

Mutually exclusive soloing on each band and each band's sidechain input lets you hear a single band in isolation before you make decisions in the mix.

04Specs

Will it run?

Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.

DeveloperSolid State Logic
TypePlugin
CategoryCompressor
Operating systemsWindows, macOS
Architecture64-bit
05FAQ

Questions, answered

What is the SSL G3 MultiBusComp?

It is a 3-band compressor plugin from Solid State Logic that applies classic SSL glue compression to each band independently. It includes per-band drive, sidechain filtering and a band graph for setting thresholds and crossovers.

Which operating systems does the G3 MultiBusComp support?

The plugin is listed for Windows and macOS and is 64-bit only. Windows 10 and 11 are supported, along with macOS 11 Big Sur through macOS 13 Ventura. M1 Macs are supported.

Can I resize the plugin window?

Yes. The GUI can be rescaled from 50% to 200%, so it can be adjusted to fit different screen sizes and working preferences.

07Developer

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