munmun
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Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
Preaching to choir here but for my money this remains one of the most outstanding plugins within the Sonar arsenal. Despite its age and outdated GUI, it is just magic! I had a mix the other day that lacked the warmth and bottom end of my reference file. I stuck this plugin into the bin and bang...my mix was saved. Amazing...wanted to mention.
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/11 16:26:07
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How does it compare to, say, Massey's Tapehead (another freebie)? And what is the difference between tape saturation and things like the Softtube saturation knob?
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munmun
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/11 16:27:56
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Never tried Massey. This has always been my go to. Don't know the answer to your other question either. Sorry. Just know this pluin is VERY good!
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/11 16:46:57
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I use Voxengo TapeBuss a LOT. Not really for making things sound like tape, but it has this Hi-Freq control that adds some sweet sweet sizzle to the material without being gross about it.
I use it on bass guitar buss on almost every single project. It adds grind and loveliness without harshness (if used with some sort of moderation). It helps the notes come alive in a way that I love.
I used to use the Cakewalk Tapesim a lot, but haven't since I got the Voxengo plug.
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daryl1968
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/11 16:50:09
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+1 for CW Tape sim - underrated IMO
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/11 20:49:38
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I was surprised about how much the console mix and bus warmed up my mix... I think I tried the S type with about a 1.5 drive and it was really too much on some mixes. I'm going to try it again using the A type and then I'll try the tape sim next.
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/11 21:25:49
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/12 11:01:08
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I was just trying this the other day myself.
They should update the plug-in to 64-bit and revamp the GUI - but otherwise keep it the same.
It cuts mid, adds highs and lows in a very sweet way.
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/12 11:26:44
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They should update the plug-in to 64-bit and revamp the GUI +1 one for *all* the FX series plugins.
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munmun
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/12 11:38:13
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I find it interesting that it is still 32 bit without any stability issues. 32 bit plugs from other manufacturers in a 64 bit environment have been a major source of headache.
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daryl1968
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/12 12:13:57
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I also use the CW Amp Sim quite regularly - stick it before TH2 or Guitar Rig in the FX chain - gives you an extra bit of drive
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/12 14:08:46
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It's a nasty plug. Use it only if you like nasty! Bootsy's Ferric plug is free (but not 64 bit) and is much gentler! Better yet, spend $$$ and get a UAD card with the Ampex tape sim, it's tape heaven!
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/12 14:19:08
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I like and use several of the cake default plugs on a regular basis..... tape sim is one of them. I like the lighter setting and pop it on a vocal and it adds just the right amount of funk.
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/12 14:19:50
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stevec
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/12 14:37:02
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/12 14:45:05
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+1 on Ferric Cheers Grif
SvenArne
It's a nasty plug. Use it only if you like nasty! Bootsy's Ferric plug is free (but not 64 bit) and is much gentler! Better yet, spend $$$ and get a UAD card with the Ampex tape sim, it's tape heaven!
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/12 15:46:09
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stevec
They should update the plug-in to 64-bit and revamp the GUI
+1 one for *all* the FX series plugins.
I feel the same way Steve!
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/12 16:50:23
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I feel the same way Steve!  They really are good plugins IMO, and different than most others delivered with SONAR. I would be happy to have 64bit VST versions with the same algorithms and UIs for that matter. One can dream...
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/12 16:54:33
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SvenArne
It's a nasty plug. Use it only if you like nasty! Bootsy's Ferric plug is free (but not 64 bit) and is much gentler! Better yet, spend $$$ and get a UAD card with the Ampex tape sim, it's tape heaven!
i LIKE NASTY
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SvenArne
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/12 16:57:50
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daryl1968
i LIKE NASTY
I know you do...
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daryl1968
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/12 16:59:38
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SvenArne
daryl1968
i LIKE NASTY
I know you do...
easy tiger
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munmun
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/12 17:00:27
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daryl1968
SvenArne
It's a nasty plug. Use it only if you like nasty! Bootsy's Ferric plug is free (but not 64 bit) and is much gentler! Better yet, spend $$$ and get a UAD card with the Ampex tape sim, it's tape heaven!
i LIKE NASTY
That's how I like my women not plugins.
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SvenArne
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/12 17:01:24
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daryl1968
easy tiger
Pink nasty!!!
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daryl1968
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/12 17:02:50
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SvenArne
daryl1968
easy tiger
Pink nasty!!!
Sven, are you flirting with me?
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/12 17:16:13
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daryl1968
Sven, are you flirting with me?
Like we haven't been through this before? It's nothing to be ashamed of!
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daryl1968
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/12 17:21:58
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SvenArne
daryl1968
Sven, are you flirting with me?
Like we haven't been through this before? It's nothing to be ashamed of!
:)
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SvenArne
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/12 17:43:16
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SvenArne
:)
Have I ever told you the thing I like about you? You don't have the ever-changing avatar that the other Coffeehousers do. I find that very sexy!!!
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SvenArne
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/12 17:44:17
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Famous last words.... 
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munmun
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/12 18:11:16
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WTF! Cakewalk romance??? Can we all be invited to the wedding? We'll bring the "cake". Having a romance here is a bit like having your "cake" and eating it too! Ok I shall stop LOL!
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daryl1968
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Re:Cakewalk tape simulator plugin
2012/10/13 00:32:48
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Sven - does my avatar give you Norwegian Wood?
Sorry - jokes about the English totally welcome now
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