Available for chaining in any combination, the Studio Classics Collection starts with three, Solid-State-Logic plug-ins: the E-Channel (Based on the black-knob EQ); the G-Master Buss Compressor; and the G-Series EQ292. Next they add the Automated Processes Inc. processors with the three-band 550A; the four-band 550B; and 560 Graphic EQs plus the API 2500 stereo bus compressor. The British V-Series follows with: V-Comp, a stereo compressor/limiter with feedback and a built-in de-esser; V-EQ emulates the famed English four-band console equalizer and V-EQ3 is modeled after two different vintage three-band console EQs.

Having used both the hardware and software versions of these processors, I can say having them all at the same time is miraculous! Each console has its strengths and unique sonic character and now I can use those characters throughout my Pro Tools mixes. I find the SSL channel great for drum tracks, the G-Master is an excellent stereo bus compressor and the V-Series perfect for electric guitars, pianos and vocals while the API is especially good for carving up badly recorded drum tracks and smooth equalization on orchestral recordings.