How much compression is in a mix bus?

Mix bus compression gets added to the entire mix, so subtlety is the key here. You don’t want the compressor to act too aggressively. In general, a 2:1 ratio is enough. Sometimes, even a 2:1 is too much.

What is SSL bus compression?

The SSL Native Bus Compressor is a plug-in version of one of the most important mixing tools ever created: the classic SSL Stereo Bus Compressor from the 1980’s G Series analog console. The SSL Stereo Bus Compressor is a “sound” you’ve heard on countless hit records over the past 30 years.

What is compression ratio in mixing?

The compression ratio determines how much gain reduction the compressor applies when the signal passes a threshold level. For example, a ratio of 4:1 means that for every 4 dB the signal rises above the threshold, the compressor will increase the output by 1 dB. However, if the ratio is 1:1, no compression will occur.

What is the best mix bus compressor?

Top 10 Analog Mix Bus Compressors

• Fairchild 670.
• SSL G-Series.
• Dangerous Music Compressor.
• Tube-Tech CL 2A.
• Millennia TCL-2.
• Rupert Neve Designs Portico II MBP.
• Focusrite RED 3.
• Universal Audio 2-1176. The UREI 1176 has long been considered a classic FET style compressor, providing punch and color for decades.

What should the mix bus compression ratio be?

Mix bus compression gets added to the entire mix, so subtlety is the key here. You don’t want the compressor to act too aggressively. In general, a 2:1 ratio is enough. Sometimes, even a 2:1 is too much. I’ll often set my ratio at 1.5:1.

How to set threshold for SSL bus compressor?

When first applying the SSL Native Bus compressor, start out by selecting a Ratio, and then set the Threshold. Now don’t get too excited if it sounds loud and in your face. This might be fun at first, but you always want to be sure to retain the dynamics.

Which is the best compression plugin for mix Buss?

The SSL G-Master Buss Compressor plugin, which accurately models the response of the analog circuitry found in the legendary console of the same name, is an excellent choice for mix buss compression. It’s very grabby, very musical, and it makes things punch.

Is there a channel G SSL bus compressor?

As Channel G is not purely an SSL bus compressor emulation, it offers a much more robust feature set including fully variable controls for attack, release and ratio—as well as a unique knee control. For this review, I used the “Buss” setting, which is modeled after the knee curve from the SSL G-series compressor.