It functions as a vst plugin, an audio units plugin, an rtas plugin and an aax plugin. It is loosely based on the ampex atr102 tape recorder. Tim leggett i bought my atr102 from the owner of flux magnetics, greg orton, in july 2011. Being a direct drive with no pinch roller, the atr102 is very easy on tapes and. Unveiled nearly 30 years ago at aes in 1976, the ampex atr102 the 2channel version of the companys atr100 series recorders is still considered by many to be the best mastering deck ever built. New plugins for uad2 platform ampex atr102 mastering. The only reason i would get a atr 102 is if it would sound better than my custom ag440, its possible,but if i added a me head to the 440 i think for ss ampexes thats enough. While some model numbers scattered through recording history prompt excited whispers 1176, la2a, etc you might be forgiven for not immediately recognising the name atr102. Scrutinized and fully authenticated by the ampex corporation, the sound of the atr102 plugin is virtually indistinguishable from its analog cousin. Having already given us a virtual studio multitrack tape recorder, the boffins at universal audio turn their attention to mastering machines. The ampex atr102 mastering tape recorder plugin for uad and apollo gives your tracks and mixes that final analog polish. Wave alchemy has released a free drum hit sample library, linndrum tape, to celebrate their 8th birthday linndrum tape is a free sample collection that features 215 drum samples, created using the iconic linndrum lm2 drum machine. These are emulations of the classic tape machines, and while they are two separate and very different.
Its a great time to upgrade your home music studio gear with the largest selection at. He takes a novel approach and looks at the effect it can have on different instruments rather than just as a mixbuss process. Echoboys chorus even emulates the ce1 chorus, considered a holygrail of guitar chorus pedals. It also reproduces audio tape frequency response ampex atr 102. Our top pick of the top analog tape emulation plugins you can. Universal audio ampex atr102 mastering tape recorder plug. For more than three decades, the twochannel ampex atr102 mastering tape recorder has turned music recordings into records.
Ampex atr102 mastering tape recorder universal audio. In uad ampex atr102 explained, studio guru brock jon gets inside the uad plugin recreation of the ampex atr102 mastering tape recorder and shows you how to get that highly desirable tape sound on your tracks. The ampex atr102 is a twotrack tape machine, generally considered to be one of the best mixdown and mastering machines ever built. Ampexauthenticated plugin emulation of the atr102 mastering tape recorder the most popular professional 2track machine ever made. Ampex atr102 mastering tape recorder plugin trailer for. Drum tools 02 a complete library of samples of drums for the production of electronic music. The output of the plugin can be monitored through the repro head, the sync head or just the input electronics. This unit was originally built by ampex they were known as some of the best 2track recorders and the best sounding machines. It is arguably one of the most satisfying plugins of the uad plugin. The specific atr102 that i used belongs to paul stubblebine a colleague and great mastering engineer located in san. Uadeveloped rtas plugins, replacing current vsttortas adapter. In this short video, youll see and hear sidebyside hardware to plugin comparisons, as well as testimonials from artists and engineers on one of the most.
In this short video, youll see and hear sidebyside hardware to plugin comparisons, as well as testimonials from. Get uad ampex atr102 by universal audio and learn how to use the plugin with ableton live, logic, garageband, and fl studio for free. Weve also modeled other gear to give you a range of sounds that goes beyond standard delay stompboxes. This effect can inject sterile audio with the warmth and character of classic tube circuitry and analog tape saturation. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. With its cohesive sound, punch, and ability to provide subtletodeep tape saturation and color, the atr102 is a fixture in major recording and mastering studios and is considered by many engineers to be.
Uad atr102 mastering tape recorder explained tutorial. For the same reason that the atr102 is the only logical choice for the studio pro translates identically to the audiophile. Its unique punch, comp and even analog saturation make for a very interesting change. The ampex atr102 tape recorder plugin is available as part of the new uad software v6. Ampex for the best sound steve hoffman music forums. Black friday 2017 plugin and audio deals waves, music. The ampex atr100 is a multitrack tape recorder, designed by ampex corporation, of redwood city, california, united states. Ampex atr102 mastering tape recorder by universal audio is a virtual effect audio plugin. It has only the nonlinear transfer curve and dynamic frequency response modeled. The original versions were designed specifically as a stereo or quadraphonic 2 or 4 track mixdown and mastering deck. Dont worry those of you who have asked to hear the classical tape, another week and ill get them out. Released in 1976, ampexs twotrack tape machine became an instant hit, however, and has been afforded classic status as it has become a solidgold choice for those.
Drum tools 02 is a fruit of work spanning 2 years of development, and contains more than 4,000 innovative electronic drum samples, each of which has been carefully handled using a huge array of drum machines, analog synthesizers, folio recordings and an acoustic source of sound using a collection. The plugin features pure analog reeltoreel tape speeds, tapetube saturation and tape color effects, as. Uad ampex atr102 by universal audio plugins vst, au splice. Ampex atr102 mastering tape recorder is an emulation of the legendary ampex atr102 mastering tape recorder. The ampex atr102 is a legendary tape machine, accountable for part of the clean sense of polish heard on thousands of hit records. Possessing the sonic magic that often eludes description that is characteristic of tape machines in general, the atr102 stands out for its ability to run incredibly cleanly, with excellent stability, noise levels and wow and flutter specifications. Top 7 vocal recording techniques secrets for killer vocals. Uad atr102 mastering tape recorder explained tutorial synthic4te may 29 2015 488 mb let the good times roll. In this weeks plugin of the week, jc concato looks at uad ampex atr 102. I can upload sound samples for serious inquires up to 19224 made with my ayre qa9. Analogrules base ampex atr 102 one inch conversion kit. The ampex atr102 mastering tape recorder considered by many. One of these is the uad ampex atr102 plugin which is a direct emulation of the ampex atr102 tape machine. Ampex atr102 mastering tape recorder plugin trailer for uad2.
Plugin of the week universal audio ampex atr102 youtube. I especially like using it in reaper where i can dial it in to a certain percentage rather than having to use it at 100%. Ampex atr102 mastering tape recorder uad audio plugins. Universal audio ampex atr102 mastering tape recorder plugin. Point blank is the global music school, with courses in london. Ampexauthenticated plugin emulation of the atr102 mastering tape recorder the. That said, fully remanufactured ampex atr102s are often available from mdi precisionmotorworks. In this short video, youll see and hear sidebyside hardware to.
For more than three decades, the twochannel ampex atr102 tape recorder has turned music recordings into records. Is the uad ampex atr102 still the best tape emulation for mastering. The atr102 mastering tape recorder plugin faithfully replicates the unique dynamics, frequency response, and saturation characteristics of the original hardware. Ive since picked up a beautiful 12 ampex atr 102 and a studer a812, but for some projects, especially louder punk rock, the atr 700 has won out over the better, pricier decks and been the deck weve mixed albums down on. Ampex atr102 tape recorders make music even more vibrant. Drum tools 02 is a fruit of work spanning 2 years of development, and contains more than 4,000 innovative electronic drum samples, each of which has been carefully handled using a huge array of drum machines, analog synthesizers, folio recordings and an acoustic source of sound. Like magnetic tape, users can dial in a clean sound, or just the right amount of harmonic saturation. Universal audio has announced the released of the ampex atr102 mastering tape recorder plugin, a faithful emulation of the ampex atr102 tape recorder for the uad2 powered plugins platform. Dear all, this is email about selling a tape recorder. Ampex authenticated plugin emulation of the atr102 mastering tape recorder the most popular professional 2track machine ever made.
If i only recommend one analog tape recorder plugin, i would definitely recommend ampex atr102. In next page click regular or free download and wait certain amount of time usually around 30 seconds until download button will appead. Russ gets his hands on the uad ampex atr102 tape emulation and puts it through its paces in this extended video. Universal audio has today launched a major software update uad v6.
If you want warm, smooth saturation, try the studio tape style, inspired by our ampex atr102 halfinch twotrack machine. Uad ampex atr102 by universal audio plugins vst, au. Ampex atr102 tape machine by benjamin ricci on february 7, 20. I only have so much room,as there is a studer a820 12 inch and several crown decks on the other side of the room. Universal audio releases ampex atr102 mastering tape recorder plugin for uad2 sep 2, 2011 universal audio has announced the released of the ampex atr102 mastering tape recorder plugin, a faithful emulation of the ampex atr102 tape recorder for. Ampex atr102 mastering tape recorder by universal audio. Introduced in 1976, the ampex atr102 2track tape recorder is. Universal audio introduces uad powered plugins software. Download uad ampex atr 102 plugin files tradownload.