SSL Duende Classic - Product Description - Pro Audio and Computers Canada
DSP-powered SSL processing in a 19' Rack
EQ & Dynamics Channel and Stereo Bus Compressor
Based on the digital technology behind SSL’s C-Series consoles, Duende Classic delivers the complete SSL mix experience – powerful channel and dynamics processing and the legendary Stereo Bus Compressor. The easiest way to get professional mixes that sound like a record.
Duende Classic offers complete integration into the most popular workstation environments with one simple FireWire cable connection. The processing blocks appear as VST/AU plug-ins (RTAS support via FXPansion wrapper) - including an authentic SSL channel strip with filters, E and G series EQ and dynamics processing, as well as the legendary SSL Stereo Bus Compressor.
Key Features
- Includes EQ & Dynamics Channel and Stereo Bus Compressor Plug-ins
- 32 channels of DSP processing
- 1U 19' rack mount format
- FireWire in/out connections
- PSU or FireWire buss powered (requires compatible 6 pin FireWire connection)
- Run two units on a single computer system (requires independent FireWire busses)
- The legendary sound of SSL for your digital audio workstation
- Up to 32 channels of console-grade SSL processing
- PC & Mac compatible; works with all popular DAWs
- Powerful DSP engine based on SSL’s award-winning C Series digital mixing consoles
- Relieves the plug-in processing burden on your computer’s CPU
- Rackmount, desktop or PCIe formats
- Latest software features reduced Intel Mac CPU overhead and support for two Duendes on a single system
You already know the sound of an SSL console - you’ve heard it on countless hit records from the last four decades. That unique sound comes inside every Duende, ready to integrate with your DAW in the form of powerful plug-ins served up on a custom DSP platform. Based on the digital processing inside SSL’s C Series consoles, Duende plug-ins are the easiest way to get professional mixes that sound like a record. Beyond the Standard plug-in selection, you can choose from a growing range of optional plug-ins; powerful, contemporary audio tools developed by SSL to provide you with even more processing versatility. Duende software updates include trial versions of the plug-ins which can be used for a limited time period. If you wish to continue using them you simply purchase the appropriate authorisations direct from www.solid-state-logic.com.
EQ & Dynamics Channel Standard- 4-band EQ with two shelving and two parametric sections
- Variable Low-Pass and High-Pass Filter
- Switchable EQ characteristics between E Series and G Series EQ
- ‘Over-Easy’ soft ratio compression characteristic for smooth transitions
- Variable process order routing & master plug-in bypass switch
- Dynamics Side Chain processing
- Input section with Input Level Meter, Input Gain control and Phase Invert switch
The legendary SSL Stereo Bus Compressor Standard - Powerful, complete mix compression
- Four Release settings and Auto Release function
- 2:1, 4:1 and 20:1 compression ratios
- ‘Over-Easy’ soft ratio compression characteristic for smooth transitions
- Six Attack settings
Drumstrip Optional- Carefully selected collection of five audio processing tools
- Transient Shaper with Transient Invert to bring the attack phase of your drums to life
- Transient Shaper Audition enables you to isolate and monitor the effect of the Transient Shaper
- Dedicated Drum Gate with range and independent open and close threshold controls
- High Frequency Enhancer to invigorate your top end
- Low Frequency Enhancer to improve bass frequencies
- The classic SSL Listen Mic Compressor with additional bypass function to alter the legendary band limited compression to full range compression
- Adjustable processor order... because a different processing order is required for different types of drums
- Input & Output Level metering with additional RMS meter
Vocalstrip Optional- Four selected vocal processing tools with a unique SSL twist
- Comparative analysis & dynamic envelope based De-esser
- Comparative analysis & dynamic envelope based De-ploser
- 3-band SSL EQ with; High-Pass, ‘asymmetric notch’ and ‘air’ bands
- Compander featuring compression, downwards expansion and output drive
- Informative visual feedback showing EQ curves and real time FFT overlay
- Complete control over process order
- Mouse wheel parameter adjustment and numeric data entry
- A/B functionality for alternate setting comparison
- Preset management system provides continuity between all DAW platforms
X-EQ Optional- 10-band parametric EQ with individually selectable EQ type per band
- Intuitive user interface with drag and move graphic, mouse wheel and numeric editing
- Bands 1 & 10 are High- & Low-Cut Filters, each with five different selectable topographies
- Bands 2 & 9 are Shelving EQ’s with proportional Q values
- Bands 3 to 8 are Bell Filters with 20Hz-20kHz range and nine individually selectable EQ types
- Bands 3 to 8 can be switched between standard series and parallel signal flow for classic graphic EQ style operation
- Real time FFT signal analysis display
- Stereo input and output metering with peak hold, separate RMS meter and dynamic range display
- A/B facility for instant comparison of two different EQ set ups
- MIDI control capability for all parameters
X-Comp Optional- Exceptional versatility; from mastering-grade transparent compressor to incredible brick wall gain reduction
- Advanced graphic knee control with 0 to 40dB range and proportional response characteristic
- Max Gain Reduction control sets the maximum reduction between 20 and 60dB
- Advanced side chain architecture using 1st order filters delivers user-friendly
- Frequency Dependant Parallel Compression
- Amplitude Histogram display provides advanced real time pre/post signal analysis
- Intuitive user interface with drag and move graphic, mouse wheel and numeric editing
- Stereo input and output metering with peak hold, separate RMS meter and dynamic range display
- A/B facility for instant comparison of two different Compression set ups
- MIDI control capability for all parameters
System Requirements
Duende Classic offers up to 32 channels of SSL signal processing and supports sample rates from 44.1kHz to 96kHz.
Minimum System Requirements Mac:
Apple Macintosh G4, G5, MacPro, Macbook, Macbook Pro, iMac (933MHz or higher)
OSX 10.4.10 or 10.4.11
512Mb of RAM (1Gb Recommended)
80Mb of free hard drive space
1024 X 768 screen resolution
Internet connection for software updates
One available Firewire/IEEE1394 400Mbit port
Supported VST, AudioUnit or RTAS* host application
In addition, for best performance, your system should meet the minimum requirements for your selected host application.
Supported Audio Applications: these are the latest tested versions at time of writing:
Logic 7.2.3 + 8.01
Cubase SX3.1.1 and Cubase 4.1
Nuendo 3.2.1 + 4
Pro Tools HD, LE and M-powered 7.4
Ableton Live! 6.0.10
Digital Performer 5
* Digidesign Pro Tools 7 through the use of VST-RTAS wrapper.
Minimum System Requirements PC:
Intel Pentium IV/AMD 1Ghz or higher
Windows XP
512Mb of RAM (1Gb Recommended)
80Mb of free hard drive space
1024 X 768 screen resolution
Internet connection for software updates
One available Firewire/IEEE1394 400Mbit port
Supported VST, AudioUnit or RTAS* host application
In addition, for best performance, your system should meet the minimum requirements for your selected host application.
Supported Audio Applications: these are the latest tested versions at time of writing:
Cubase SX3.1.1 and Cubase 4.1
Nuendo 3.2.1 + 4
Pro Tools HD, LE and M-powered 7.4
Ableton Live! 6.0.10
Sonar 7
* Digidesign Pro Tools 7 through the use of VST-RTAS wrapper.
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