Summary

The Studer A800 is a plugin emulating the world-famous Studer A800 multichannel tape recorder, known for its analog warmth and distinct tape sound. It is designed for use on macOS and Windows computers and runs natively as well as accelerated on Apollo interfaces or UAD accelerators.

Features

• Authentic emulation of the original Studer A800 tape machine used at Ocean Way Studios.
• Complete electronic signal path simulation, including Input, Sync, and Repro paths.
• Four popular magnetic tape formulas with subtle sonic variations.
• Tape speed (IPS) control for different frequency shifts and distortion characteristics.
• Input and output controls to achieve clean to saturated (“crunchy”) analog tape sounds.
• Integration as a LUNA Extension for seamless tape character application within the LUNA Recording System mixer workflow.

Usage and Applications

The plugin is intended for adding analog warmth, presence, and low-end punch to individual tracks or entire mixes. It is suitable for creating complex analog textures and harmonic saturation on instruments such as drums, acoustic guitar, electric piano, drum machine, bass synth, and more.

System Requirements and Licensing

• Runs natively on macOS and Windows computers without requiring UA hardware.
• Supports licensing with three activations per license and can be managed via iLok USB key or account.
• Offers 14-day demo versions for trial before purchase.

Endorsements

Professionals including Ryan West, Fab Dupont, and Ross Hogarth praise the plugin for its realistic tape sound and its ability to add musical tonal color to various instruments and mixes.