An obsessively accurate emulation
of API’s flagship compressor

Oxide Tape Recorder provides the unmistakable warmth and character of analog tape recording in a streamlined, easy-to-use plugin. Designed for musicians, producers, and engineers, this plugin captures the harmonic saturation, subtle compression, and dynamic impact of classic tape machines, making it ideal for adding depth, warmth, and polish to any track or mix.
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Inject the Warm Color and Punchy Low-End Response of Analog Tape to Your Tracks
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Apply Tape Saturation and Circuit Overdrive via Simple Input/Output Controls
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Choose Among 7.5 And 15 IPS Tape Speeds and Two Emphasis Curves for Colorful Tape Textures
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Experience In-The-Box Recording “Through” Tape in Real Time Using Apollo Interfaces
Get Hit-Making Analog Tape Sounds

Developed by the same team behind UA's industry-leading Ampex and Studer tape machine plug-ins, Oxide Tape Recorder gives your productions the warmth, presence, and vibe of professional analog tape, with only the essential controls, so you can get sounds faster.
Explore Groundbreaking Tape Emulation Technology

Whether you’re tracking in realtime using an Apollo interface or mixing in your DAW, Oxide’s intuitive controls deliver musical results for beginners and pros alike. Just select IPS (inches per second), EQ, and noise reduction settings, and tweak input and output controls to taste. By emulating fat tape compression and colorful circuit behaviors, Oxide gives your tracks the cohesive glue that only analog tape can provide.
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PRODUCT SUMMARY
- Authentic Analog Tape Sound: Captures the warmth, saturation, and compression of vintage tape machines.
- Streamlined Interface: Simple controls for quick and effective results without complexity.
- Versatile Applications: Adds character and depth to individual tracks, buses, or full mixes.
- Tape Speed Selection: Switch between 7.5 IPS and 15 IPS for distinct tonal characteristics.
- Built-In Noise and Harmonics: Delivers rich, analog textures and vintage tape vibe.
- Dynamic Range Control: Enhances transients and adds glue to mixes.
- Optimized for UAD Systems: Seamless integration with Apollo and UAD-2 hardware for low-latency performance..
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
Formats :
VST3, AU and AAX
Operating System :
Mac OS 10.7 and up (including Native M1 Compatibility)
PC Windows 7 and up
DAWs :
Works with All major DAWs
including Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Cubase, Nuendo, Studio One, Bitwig, Reaper, Reason etc.
Important note:
UAD plugins do not work in Apple's Garageband DAW
Now Compatible with Any Soundcard on Mac and PC
