New Plugs from UAD

Read about them here in the PTE Blog

http://www.pro-tools-expe...rs-oxide-tape-recorder

I'm a bit of a UAD fanbois, but Oxide confuses me. It's touted to be used across all tracks (like the Studer or Slate). However, it uses the same amount of DSP as the Studer, and actually LACKS the gang feature of the Studer, which hinders its usefulness across multiple tracks.
 
It's a real head-scratcher to me... :/

The Eventide holds a certain allure...maybe xmas.

Released
 
Universal Audio has announced the release ofUAD Software v8.4, featuring four exclusive new plug-ins for UAD hardware and Apollo interfaces — the Eventide H910 Harmonizer, Marshall Bluesbreaker 1962and Silver Jubilee 2555 amplifiers, and UA's own Oxide Tape Recorder.
Developed for Universal Audio by Eventide, theEventide H910 Harmonizer plug-in ($249) is the first and only end-to-end circuit emulation of the iconic mid-'70s processor. From sci-fi sound design to pop music landmarks from David Bowie and AC/DC, the H910's unique analog/digital circuit generated previously unheard combinations of pitch change, delay, harmonization, and modulation effects.
In developing this processor exclusively for UAD-2 and Apollo hardware, Eventide modeled the H910's entire analog/digital circuit, including its custom-built A/D converter. This allows the H910 Harmonizer plug-in to retain the original hardware's characteristic tone and dynamics.
Eventide H910 Harmonizer Plug-In Key Features:

• Exacting emulation of the original H910's analog circuitry, developed by Eventide, exclusively for UAD-2 and Apollo interfaces.
• Keyboard and MIDI control for instantly setting pitch ratios in semitones.
• Pitch change up to two octaves with signature 'glitching' effects.

Developed by Softube, the Marshall Bluesbreaker 1962 plug-in is an expert emulation of the ultra-rare 2x12 combo tube amplifier used on the highly influential 1966 album Blues Breakers with Eric Clapton. All Marshall plug-ins include UA's Unison technology; Apollo user's guitar pickups will see the exact impedance load as if they're plugged into a vintage Marshall Bluesbreaker — a feature found only on Apollo audio interfaces.
Marshall Bluesbreaker 1962 Plug-In Key Features:

• The world's only authentic and licensed plug-in emulation of the classic Marshall Bluesbreaker 1962 combo amplifier.
• Unison technology for Apollo interfaces offers authentic tone, touch, and feel of original Bluesbreaker.
• Three different virtual microphone combinations — FET, Valve, and Dynamic.
• Onboard mixer features microphone level and pan.
• 50 presets designed by legendary AC/DC engineer Tony Platt.

Developed by Softube — and available exclusively for UAD-2 hardware and Apollo audio interfaces — the Marshall SIlver Jubilee 2555 plug-in ($199) is an exacting emulation of this high-powered tube amplifier. With its flexible three-mode preamp section and dynamic distortion, it became a go-to for Slash, John Frusciante of Red Hot Chili Peppers, Alex Lifeson of Rush.
Marshall Silver Jubilee 2555 Plug-In Key Features:

• The world's only authentic and licensed plug-in emulation of the classic Marshall SIlver Jubilee 2555.
• Unison technology for Apollo interfaces offers authentic tone, touch, and feel of original SIlver Jubilee.
• Two different virtual microphone combinations — Condenser and Dynamic.
• Onboard mixer features microphone level and pan.
• 50 presets designed by legendary AC/DC engineer Tony Platt.

UAD Software v8.4 also includes the new Marshall Legends Bundle, featuring the Marshall Plexi Super Lead 1959, the new Marshall Silver Jubilee 2555, and the new Marshall Bluesbreaker 1962 — all for $399 ($199 upgrade price for current owners of the Marshall Plexi Super Lead Plug-In). Each Marshall amplifier features Unison technology for Apollo audio interfaces; guitar players will experience the exact gain staging and impedance* load as if they're plugged into a vintage Marshall amp.
The Oxide Tape Recorder plug-in ($149) provides UA's magnetic tape emulation technology in a simple, affordable package with all of the essential features.
Engineered by the same team behind the award-winning UAD Ampex ATR-102 Mastering Tape Machine and Studer A800 Multichannel Tape Machine plug-ins, Oxide is designed to add the warmth, presence, and vibe of professional analog tape to any recording.
Customers who purchase the Oxide Tape Recorder plug-in are eligible for a special upgrade price to UA's Magnetic Tape Bundle, which includes the feature-rich Ampex ATR-102 Mastering Tape Machine and Studer A800 Multichannel Tape Machine plug-ins.
Oxide Tape Recorder Plug-In Key Features:

• Easily provides the warmth, color, and punchy low-end response of large format analog tape machines.
• Musical tape saturation and circuit overdrive via simple Input/Output controls.
• Features 7.5 and 15 IPS Tape Speeds and two emphasis curves for colorful tape textures.

Same here Mudgel...I knew better then to ever even go there...
I can't afford the cards....and certainly can't afford the plugs...
So there's just no point 

Yeah, UAD is kind of elitist in their pricing. Maybe they think it's a way to keep the riff-raff out. Odd.

strikinglyhandsome1
Don't ask smallstonefan for advice. He's got an UAD drip feed into his arm.

Yeah he prolly beats my 42 UAD plugs by miles. And I only have to Quads.

YIKES! I just checked and I've got 53. I compared the Oxide to the Studer last night and I think I want the Oxide. Trying to decide if I should use the $25 coupon I have now, or see if I can do better on BF. There are about 3 plugins I'd still like, but otherwise I am good.
 
I think UAD has some of the best sounding plugins out there, and I love the GUIs (albeit some are a bit small). I had the Waves stuff (including CLA comps) and to my non-golden ears I could ear the difference and liked UAD better. I think they would get a lot more attention if it weren't for the cost - as most people who ding them openly admit they don't want a "dongle" or think the pricing is unfair/unreasonable. If you have a limited budget, I would stay away as you need to "invest" in the platform if you really want to use them across a lot of tracks.

gmon72
Yikes is right -  I just looked and I have 59 line items!!!  Some of then are SE or legacy versions of the 1176, LA-2A, etc. but man I must have a problem! 

You don't have a problem, in fact you have a GREAT mixing solution! ;)
 
BTW, don't under-estimate the Apollo platform. I haven't used a plugin in unison mode yet (where it actually does impedance matching for the mic based on the modeled gear), but I DO use the UAD plugins in the Apollo console in real-time. Two applications come to mind:
 
1. I have the two Ampeg plugins and can play through them with ZERO latency, while at the same time recording the dry signal into Sonar.
 
2. My son's band practices in my studio. I have a console arrangement set up and saved where the bass goes through an Ampeg, the keyboards go through a 1073 for a little oomph, and the singer goes through a chain of UAD plugins (channel strip/EMT plate). All of this comes out of the Apollo into a pair of Atomic powered wedges and using L/R on the Aux sends in the Apollo I can customize a monitor mix for each wedge. The mix is all set up so when they come over, they just plug in and I load the console. Actually, everything but the bass is already routed through my patch bar so I don't even have to mess with cables. All of the plugins work in real-time with no latency; it's pretty damn cool stuff and of course they sound killer!
 
Also, I use my Fractal Axe FX II by way of SPDIF. The Fractal is locked at 48k which is what I typically record at, but the Apollo has a switch on the digital In that will auto-convert sample rates for you if the incoming signal (ie the Fractal) doesn't match the sample rate that the Apollo is running at (ie the Sonar project rate).
 
UAD: Cheap, No. Awesome, Yes. :)

I'm with you Eddie, I never buy at list - always wait for a sale. You may have to wait a month or two, but there are sales and vouchers for those that are patient. I also agree about the fact you can make great music without them, but once you experience them...
 
I had the ultimate in luck earlier this year. I bought an Octo to replace a Quad. When I went to register it online I found that UAD was running their customer loyalty promotion. Due to the number of plugins I had, I got over $900 in free plugins for my Octo!
 
It felt like Christmas. :)

lol that's about right! :)
 
I got these plugins and it costs me $99 over the coupon that was $997..
 
Manley Variable Mu® Limiter Compressor Plug-In 
SSL E Series Channel Strip Plug-In 
RMX16 Digital Reverb Plug-In 
Shadow Hills Mastering Compressor Plug-In
 

gmon72
I usually wait until they do a 3 for 399 deal.

Even then that's $133 per plug.
 
IMO, these days that's too rich for my blood.
 
Now, if I was making my 2010 salary I'd maybe be all over that.