Solid State Logic Duende Native Plug-in Suite V3.6.6.vst.vst3.rtas Jun 2026
The brand historically referred to SSL’s DSP-powered hardware rack (and its associated proprietary plug-ins), which required the external Duende DSP unit to run. That product line was discontinued years ago, and SSL has since moved to a native (CPU-based) model for its plug-ins.
| Plug-in | Description | | :--- | :--- | | | Channel strip with EQ and dynamics, modeling the sound of an SSL console channel. | | Stereo Bus Compressor | Classic master bus compressor for mix glue and punch. | | Drumstrip | Dedicated processor with tools for drum mixing (EQ, dynamics, transient shaping). | | Vocalstrip | Specialized plug-in for vocal processing (de-essing, compression, EQ). | | X-EQ | Mastering-grade 32-band linear-phase equalizer. | | X-Comp | Mastering-grade multi-band compressor. | | X-Verb | Reverb processor offering "hardware standard" reverb quality. | | | Stereo Bus Compressor | Classic master
: Mastering-grade processors; X-EQ offers 10 bands with selectable types (parallel and serial), while X-Comp provides sophisticated dynamic control with an analog-like response. Technical Specifications | | X-EQ | Mastering-grade 32-band linear-phase equalizer
To add sub-bass weight and top-end sizzle without making the drums sound muddy or harsh. 4. Vocalstrip and advanced dual-symmetry bleed characteristics
An industrial-strength mastering and mixing compressor. It provides precise control over knee design, sidechain filtering, and advanced dual-symmetry bleed characteristics, allowing for extreme compression without destroying the audio's tonal integrity. Sonic Performance and Usability
The Duende Native collection is designed to replicate the processing power of the SSL C200 and C300 digital consoles. These plugins are modeled to provide the punch, clarity, and warmth associated with SSL’s analog heritage. Key Included Modules