OMG I wrote up a lengthy post about UAD and plugins, and it disappeared when I clicked post! 
 
Short short version:
 
I LOVE SO MANY of the plugins, but I wanted to pick just a few of my favorites for you to consider.
 
1. Buy the LA2A, 1176, and Pultec collections when on sale - don't use your Octo coupon for those use it for the expensive plugins. (the Pultec is AMAZING)
2. I have all the tape sims, but prefer the Ampex head and shoulders above the rest. This would be a good one for the Octo coupon.
3. The API2500 is my favorite bus comp. It's new and expensive, so another option for your coupon.
4. The Fatso is unique and fun.
5. Ocean Way doesn't always work but when it does it is stunning. Also expensive, and worthy of your Octo coupon.
6. The Neve 1076 finds its way onto all projects - it is superb. 
 
The UAD forum (http://uadforum.com/activity.php) is full of friendly people, and the "what should I buy" threads are all over the place so check them out and ask questions before purchasing anything. Also, you can demo any plugin for 15 days, and when you make a purchase all of your demos get reset - use this to your advantage.
 
Also, I wouldn't buy anything on UAD that you can get native (think Plugin Alliance/Brainworx).
 
Let me know if you have any questions! :)

DeeringAmps
UAD Octo = slippery slope!
 
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timidi

DeeringAmps
UAD Octo = slippery slope!
 
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The abyss of "spending" is what he's referring to I believe...

thanks to the mod that restored my post! Hope I wasn't conflicting in my own two posts... lol

cclarry
 
The abyss of "spending" is what he's referring to I believe...

You can spend a lot on this platform, that's for sure!
 
kudos to the OP for going for the Octo though - that's some good horsepower to begin with.

This GS thread is a good place to read about the most popular UAD plugins.
 
I'd say the new SSL channel strip is also well worth trying. 
 
Cheers,
Eddie
 

Good stuff guys.
 
James. Great advice. thanks.
You used the word “BUY” a lot. LOL. Um, I bought. it’s Done. 
Yea right..
Yea, I’ll refer to your advice later with the coupons and sales and stuff. But, I’m not buying anymore for awhile. I bought 13 plugs with the card discounted.
 
Created account at UAD but still can’t do anything to see how it all works. Need the dongle, er, card first.
 
I’m a little unclear on what exactly I CAN choose.
Like say, the LA-2a classic leveler "collection". Is that one plugin I can use in my bundle?
 
But yea, the Ampex, LA2A, 1176, and Pultec , Ocaen Way, Neve, 
“Ocean way doesn’t work”? You mean like broken?
Do you have the EMT. Seems to be a favorite. Moreso, I think, than the Lexicon.
I’ll check the forum there. Been watching the FAcebook UAD page.
 
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Thanks Tom and Larry
Yea, slippery slope indeed. You look at the UAD instance chart and like 16 channel strips and I'm done. WTF.
I guess freeze a lot. Which then sort of sways you to their interface with Unison technology and print IT on the way in..
 
 
Eddie. Thanks. good read.
 
Sorry to steal this thread.

timidi,
 
Did you buy a used card that came with plugins or brand new? What plugins came with the card?
 
What I meant about Ocean Way is I often find it hard to get it to work on a track, but when it does it is magical. I invited a friend of mine over and he's a professional touring sound guy and he walked me through using it and I'm getting much better results now, but I'm still a novice with it.
 
I do have the EMT - actually I have all of the reverbs. The EMT is indeed something special. I just left it off my list because I wanted to keep the list manageable and not give you 10 must haves! :) That said, if you need a reverb or just want an exceptional plate reverb, grab the EMT!

To the OP: have you considered other "optical" compressor plugins that aren't LA-2A emulations? For example:

• Acme Opticom XLA-3
• Summit TLA-100
• bx_opto

These may float your boat even better than a true LA-2A. Have fun!
 
Cheers,
Eddie
 

Eddie TX
To the OP: have you considered other "optical" compressor plugins that aren't LA-2A emulations? For example:

• Acme Opticom XLA-3
• Summit TLA-100
• bx_opto

These may float your boat even better than a true LA-2A. Have fun!
 
Cheers,
Eddie
 

Will check 'em out. Thanks Eddie!
 
Dan