Solid State Logic Revival 4000 with E Jensen Transformer-Balanced Preamp

A signature analogue channel strip that encapsulates the sonic excellence and standout features of the legendary 4000 Series in a compact 1U format. Equipped with the classic E Series JT-115K-E Jensen transformer-balanced mic preamp, B Series De-Esser, the Discrete Class A VCA Dynamics section from the original E-Series consoles, and the iconic four-band parametric E Series EQ—complete with high-pass/low-pass filters and switchable 'Brown/Black knob' EQ.

Offering flexible routing, a balanced insert point, and sidechain linking, the Revival 4000 is the foundational legacy channel strip, bringing SSL’s analogue heritage into any modern studio.

4000 E Series Mic Preamp

Featuring a JT-115K-E Jensen transformer-balanced preamp, the Revival 4000 delivers richness and pristine clarity to your recordings. This circuit incorporates the very same Jensen component found in the original E Series channel strips.

4000 B Series De-Esser 

Revival's De-Esser section deploys the original de-esser circuit from the iconic 4000 B compressor/limiter, delivering a 10:1 ratio and 7 kHz high-pass filtered side-chain, enabling broadband compression that's precisely triggered by sibilance - ideal for taming harsh vocals, drums, or other aggressive sources.

Ultimate 4000 E Series Dynamics Section

The iconic dynamics section that defined the sound of the 1980s. The compressor/gate design stays true to the original E Series channel strip, meticulously replicating the circuitry and components that gave it its legendary character. It includes a true RMS sidechain detector and an all-discrete gain reduction stage, identical to the discrete Class A VCA chip used in the original console.

Flexible controls allow you to bypass the soft-knee curve, activate a fast attack mode, and choose between logarithmic or linear release curves. Together, these features offer a wide palette of tonal shaping options, capturing the distinctive voicings that helped craft countless classic records on a variety of E Series consoles.

Classic 4-Band E Series EQ

The celebrated 4-band parametric EQ that helped shape modern music. Revival 4000 features two iconic EQ options: the classic 4000 E 'Brown Knob' (02) and the legendary 'Black Knob' (242).

The 'Brown Knob' EQ includes two fully parametric mid bands with SSL’s signature symmetrical design, ensuring consistent musical intervals around the centre frequency, no matter the gain or frequency settings. The high and low bands are 6 dB/octave shelving filters, with an option to switch to a fixed-Q Bell response. This EQ became a staple of early '80s recordings and mixes.

Flexible Processing and Routing

Revival 4000 includes a dedicated balanced insert point, allowing you to seamlessly integrate external outboard gear into the signal path. It also features a dedicated external sidechain (key) input, flexible processing order, and sidechain linking, ideal for pairing two units as a stereo setup.