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SSL Solid State Logic Revival 4000

SKU: APA2025-01709
  • 36  Instalments
  • 2 years warranty
    2 Years Warranty
  • 36  Instalments
  • 2 years warranty
    2 Years Warranty
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Legendary sound in rack format

The SSL Revival 4000 brings the unmistakable character of the famous SSL 4000 consoles to a 19-inch rack unit. Based on the circuits of the legendary B and E series, the channel strip combines the typical SSL sound that has shaped countless world hits. With a transformer-based microphone preamp, versatile sound tools and flexible routing options, the Revival 4000 is a modern reinterpretation of an icon.

Microphone preamplifier with Jensen transformer

At its heart is the classic SSL 4000E preamp with the original Jensen JT-115K-E transformer. This discrete transistor circuit provides a clear, detailed signal with impressive dynamics and minimal inherent noise. Functions such as switchable phantom power, polarity invert and a switchable -20dB PAD extend the range of applications and make the Preamp the perfect basis for any recording.

Precise dynamics processing

The integrated dynamics section is based on the proven Class A VCA design of the E series. The compressor offers ratio settings ranging from subtle compression to limiter operation, supplemented by selectable soft or hard knee, variable release curves and fast attack times. This is complemented by a gate/expander module that ensures clean and controlled signals. With sidechain options and the possibility of integrating filters or EQ into the control loop, this opens up enormous flexibility for creative sound design.

SSL Solid State Logic Revival 4000
SSL Solid State Logic Revival 4000

Musical de-esser and EQ with dual identity

A particular highlight is the "one-knob" de-esser, which reliably reduces problematic S-sounds or harsh overtones with its 10:1 ratio and cleverly filtered sidechain design. This is joined by a fully-fledged 4-band equalizer, which can be operated in either "Brown Knob" or "Black Knob" mode. While the Brown Knob EQ impresses with its gentle, musical characteristics, the Black Knob EQ delivers tighter contours, extended boost and cut ranges and a steeper high-pass filter.

Flexible routing options and professional features

The Revival 4000 has balanced insert points, external sidechain inputs and a stereo link function for operating two devices in pairs. This is complemented by a balanced XLR microphone input, a combined XLR/TRS line input and a balanced XLR output for lossless signal transmission. The order of filters, dynamics, EQ and de-esser can be variably adjusted, which opens up new possibilities, especially for mastering or complex signal paths. Switchable input and output metering and an additional output trim ensure precise level control.
SSL Solid State Logic Revival 4000
Specifications
  • Dual Mic Preamp – selectable between SuperAnalogue™ (9000) and VHD™ (Duality), with +48V phantom power, Polarity Invert, and Pad
  • Two Mic Preamp impedance settings: 1.3 kΩ and 11 kΩ
  • Dedicated LINE input with “Input Flip” function
  • 9000/Duality-style Dynamics Section
  • High-performance compressor with THAT 2181A VCA
  • Selectable Peak/Hard Knee or Soft Knee modes
  • Switchable FAST Attack
  • Classic Gate/Expander section with switchable FAST Attack and HOLD control
  • 4-band SSL EQ with switchable designs
  • Fully parametric mid bands
  • Selectable between G-Series “Pink Knob” (292) and E-Series “Black Knob” (242) circuits
  • High and Low Pass Filters
  • High-Pass: 18 dB per octave
  • Low-Pass: 12 dB per octave
  • Integrated Insert Point for external gear
  • Extensive “to sidechain” functionality
  • Route filters to the Dynamics sidechain
  • Route EQ to the Dynamics sidechain
  • Flexible process-order routing
  • Filters at the input, Dynamics post-EQ, and Insert at the output
  • Line Output Trim
  • Switchable Input/Output metering
  • External sidechain (key) input
  • Sidechain Link function – allows two units to operate as a stereo pair (highest signal takes control). Connection via TS/TRS jack cable (not included).
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