SSL 500-Series E EQ Module – Classic 4000E Equalizer for Your 500 Rack

The SSL 500-Series E EQ Module brings the legendary sound of the SSL 4000 E-Series console to the 500-series format. Heard on countless hit records from the 1980s to today, the E-Series EQ is prized for its punch, musicality, and unmistakable character. This module recreates two iconic EQ circuits—Brown (02) and Black (242)—giving engineers access to two distinct tonal flavors in one unit. With fully parametric mid-bands and switchable bell curves on the highs and lows, it’s a powerful and flexible tool for shaping any sound.

Key Features

• Two classic EQ flavors: Switch between Brown-02 and Black-242 EQ curves, each offering its own distinct SSL tone.
• Fully parametric mids: LMF and HMF bands with adjustable Q for precise frequency shaping.
• Bells on HF/LF: Switchable bell or shelf modes on high- and low-frequency bands.
• Authentic 4000E sound: Faithfully reproduces one of the most influential console EQs ever made.
• 500-series format: Easy integration into any modern hybrid studio setup.

Customer Benefits

If you love the punchy, forward, radio-ready sound of classic SSL records, the E EQ Module puts that exact tone at your fingertips. Its dual-character design makes it an incredibly versatile tool—equally at home enhancing vocals, adding weight to drums, sculpting guitars, or refining mixes during tracking or mixing sessions.

Quick Specs

• Format: 500-series module
• EQ Types: Brown-02 & Black-242
• Bands: 4-band EQ with fully parametric mids
• Gain Range: Up to ±18 dB on Black EQ
• Nominal Level: +4 dBu
• Controls: LF, LMF, HMF, HF with bell/shelf options

What’s in the Box

• SSL 500-Series E EQ Module
• User documentation

Use Cases / Ideal For

Recording and mix engineers, hybrid studios, producers needing surgical mid control, punchy low-end shaping, smooth top-end enhancement, or authentic SSL console tone.

Compatibility

Fits all standard API-format 500-series racks.

Pros & Cons

✅ Pros:

• Two iconic EQs in one module
• Classic SSL tone for drums, vocals, guitars, and mixes
• Highly flexible with parametric mids and bell/shelf options

⚠️ Cons:

• Single-channel module (stereo requires two units)
• No proportional-Q behavior like some other vintage EQs

The SSL 500-Series E EQ Module delivers the unmistakable sound of SSL’s legendary 4000 E console—now in a compact, modern format. Available now at Soundium.