THE ULTIMATE UPGRADE FOR STUDIO M

INTRODUCING OUR SSL 4000 E

Brand new to the Clear Track family, we have upgraded Studio M with the SSL 4000 E for anyone and everyone's mixing and mastering needs. The biggest game changer in the music industry, this sophisticated console historically modernized the workflow of the record making process with it's irresistibly clean sound and flexibility. Among its features, the SSL 4000 E includes the VCA Mix Bus Compressor, E Series Black Knob EQs, THD-Labs Automation Interface, Atomic Instrument Power Supply, Plasma Meters and superior summing in the console as a whole. Nearly every major recording artist from 1980's to today have had their music mixed on the coveted SSL 4000 series.

 

RECOMMISSIONED & FULLY REFURBISHED

Respecting SSL's original integrity, design and build of the SSL 4000 console, we have restored, refurbished, recommissioned and upgraded it with premium, cutting-edge components that SSL would have used if they were available during the original build out. Sparing no expense, our restoration brought it beyond what SSL originally created. In fact, some would equate it to adding turbo charged engine into a classic sports car. We believe this that is the best sounding and best condition console of it's kind. 

 

GET THE RADIO QUALITY, INDUSTRY STANDARD MIX

Highly desired and acclaimed by numerous engineers and producers, the SSL 4000 series console has mixed more platinum selling albums than all other consoles combined. Among the artists whose music has been mixed on this console: Madonna, Tupac, Eminem, Dr. Dre, James Brown, Coldplay, Prince, Chaka Khan, Foo Fighters, 50 Cent, Run D.M.C., Ricky Martin, Sheryl Crow, Puff Daddy, Demi Lovato, Barenaked Ladies, Dave Matthews Band, Nirvana, Paul McCartney, Smashing Pumpkins, U2, Gwen Stefani, Pink, Hall and Oates, Kelly Clarkson, The Rolling Stones, Toto, Tina Turner, Blink-182, Weezer, Bruce Springsteen, Earth Wind & Fire, Linkin Park, Beyonce, Lady GaGa, Rush, Ben Folds Five, Avril Lavigne, Marilyn Mansion, Fall Out Boy, Goo Goo Dolls, Bryan Adams, Bon Jovi, The Killers, Taylor Swift, Korn, Green Day and so many more. 

 

OFTEN IMITATED, NEVER DUPLICATED

Most engineers & producers know the SSL 4000 by it's reputation and the several SSL digital plug-ins that attempt to imitate the console's sound – the rich EQ band, exquisite filters, dynamics, compressors and gates. But in actuality there is no way to FULLY duplicate the rich sound of the console. There is no new technology, tricks or imitated plug-ins that can replace it. The SSL 4000 analog board experience is still one that is entirely original and unique. Today's supposedly "revolutionary technology" has never come close to replacing the large format SSL 4000 console which has been and still remains the pinnacle of modern mixing. 
 

ADDITIONAL FEATURES OF OUR SSL 4000 E

E SERIES BLACK KNOB EQs

Considered the "holy grail" of EQs, the E Series Black Knob EQs allow engineers to shape sounds aggressively, without limitations or boundaries, without distortion or harshness, resulting in smooth, powerful and exciting sound. In our refurbishment, we completely recapped each EQ with the highest quality electrolytic capacitors. While the E Series Black Knob EQs have been notoriously used as plugins (which we do have in other rooms at Clear Track), we quickly found that the ACTUAL console is far and wide superior, thus earning the title as the most powerful mixing tool in history!

THD-LABS AUTOMATION INTERFACE

With the brand new THD-Labs Tangerine Automation Interface, we have total recall! We have the ability to save recalls of an entire mix, meaning that all of the knobs and buttons we spend hours pushing and turning can be saved on to the computer rather than the needless floppy disks from yesteryear. Moreover, THD-Labs Tangerine Automation also gives us the ability to automate the faders and even control Pro Tools directly from the console! 

UNPARALLELED SUMMING ABILITIES

Summing on the SSL 4000 series, for a lack of better words, is magic. In fact, the key ingredient to a wide open mix while retaining all of the detail and clarity is due to summing. This console is the perfect example as to why engineer and people in the music industry are not fully satisfied with "in the box" mixing. Once they have used or heard the sound from this console, EVERYTHING ELSE pales in comparison! 

 

SSL 4000 E SERIES BUS COMPRESSOR

Sonically inventive, the SSL 4000 VCA Bus Compressor is known as the original compressor that all modern mix bus compressors are based off of. Fully restored to better than new condition, this compressor is notorious for crafting dynamic mixes that have often been described to be both punchy and musical at the same time. While many utilize this in their rack as a stand alone compressor, we find that it works better in the console as the surrounding elements are essential ingredients in crafting the ultimate mix. 

ATOMIC INSTRUMENT POWER SUPPLY

Atomic Instrument Power Supply on the SSL 4000 E uses about half the energy, lowers the noise floor (up to 13dBu), vastly improves reliability, and noticeably improves sound quality. 

PLASMA BARGRAPH METERS

Providing both engineer & artist an actual visual of their sound, the plasma bargraph meters functionally and aesthetically grace the SSL 4000 in a high resolution, strikingly bright orange hues.  We are big fans of the beauty and functionality of this feature here at Clear Track!

 

HEAR OUR MUSIC

Our music samples show proof of quality. Every song was created and enhanced at Clear Track Studios by the keen ear of our expert engineers. Listen for yourself below.

MEET OUR TEAM

From booking a session with our front desk to writing a song with a producer to recording, mixing and mastering with our engineers, our team provides superior customer service and the high quality music. Learn more.

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