Ampex ATR-102

Tape
UAD / Universal Audio

The Ampex ATR-102 is a mastering tape recorder plugin that emulates the most popular professional 2-track tape machine ever made. It delivers classic Ampex tape saturation, warmth, and harmonic coloration to glue mixes together, with authentic modeling of the entire ATR-102 circuit including transformers, amplifiers, and signal paths. Fully authenticated by Ampex Corporation, it provides the final analog sweetness for turning recordings into records.

Available for:VSTAUAAX

Key Features

  • Three tape head widths (1/4", 1/2", 1") with selectable tape speeds (3.75, 7.5, 15, 30 IPS)
  • Seven tape formulas (GP9, 456, 900, 250, and consumer tape options) with individual sonic variations
  • Four selectable calibration levels (+0 dB, +3 dB, +6 dB, +9 dB) with automatic and manual calibration
  • Three emphasis EQ curves (NAB, CCIR, AES) for tape speed and regional standards
  • Four signal paths (Input, Sync, Repro, Thru) modeling different recording and playback scenarios
  • Modeled ancillary noises: hum (60 Hz or 50 Hz), hiss, wow, flutter, and crosstalk with individual controls
  • Tape delay effect with adjustable dry/wet mix for slapback echo and ADT effects
  • Record and Reproduce EQ controls (HF EQ, Shelf EQ, Repro HF, Repro LF, Bias) for manual calibration and creative coloration
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