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SSL UC1 User Guide
Overview
What is SSL UC1?
UC1 is a hardware control surface that provides knob-per-function access to SSL Native Channel Strip 2 and Bus Compressor 2
plug-ins. UC1 is designed to put the fun back into mixing, with a workflow that promotes muscle-memory operation and ultimate
operator confidence. The updated Channel Strip plug-in sees a graphical layout change to make it vertical, as well as a DSP refresh
to include SSL’s proprietary ‘anti-cramping’ algorithms (first included in X-EQ 2). Channel Strip 2 also allows an external sidechain
to the dynamics section, whilst Bus Compressor 2 receives additional Attack, Release and Ratio options, oversampling and an
external sidechain input. SSL 360° v1.1 introduces the truly innovative Plug-in Mixer; a place to view and control your Channel
Strips and Bus Compressors side by side - it’s like having a virtual SSL console inside your computer.
All communication is synchronised across UC1, the plug-ins and the 360° Plug-in Mixer
Features
• SSL workflow and console ergonomics meets the power of SSL Native Channel Strip 2 and Bus Compressor 2 plug-ins.
• Includes SSL Native Channel Strip 2 and Bus Compressor 2 plug-ins.
• Knob per-function control of SSL Native Channel Strip 2 and Bus Compressor 2 plug-ins.
• Authentic moving-coil Bus Compressor gain reduction meter, driven from the SSL Native Bus Compressor 2 plug-in.
• SSL Plug-in Mixer (hosted in SSL 360°) provides a place to view and control your Channel Strips and Bus Compressors, all
from one window.
• Muscle-memory operation and constant visual feedback via the smart LED rings.
• On-board display tells you which Channel Strip and Bus Compressor plug-in UC1 is currently focused on.
• Load plug-in Presets and change Channel Strip routing directly from UC1.
• Switch between 3 different DAWs that are connected to the Plug-in Mixer.
• Hi-Speed USB connection to computer.
• Powered by SSL 360° Mac and PC software.
Supported DAWs - For UC1 & The Plug-in Mixer
• Pro Tools (AAX Native)
• Logic Pro (AU)
• Cubase (VST3)
• Live (VST3)
• Studio One (VST3)
• REAPER (VST3)
Other DAWs are not tested in the UC1/Plug-in Mixer system at this time but Channel Strip 2 and Bus Compressor 2 plug-ins will
work 'standalone' with any AU/VST/VST3 DAW.
UC1 Hardware
360° Plug-in Mixer
Channel Strip 2 & Bus
Compressor 2 plug-ins