TOPOLOGY: Bring the unmistakable sheen of a classic American console to your signal chain with EDYN Pre, a discrete transistor preamp model known for its bold presence, fast transients, and deep low-end authority. This topology adds harmonic richness and analog weight, ideal for vocals, drums, and anything that needs to sit confidently in a mix.
AmpliTube software has forged a formidable reputation over the years for offering a comprehensive array of digital tone-tweaking tools, but AmpliTube 5 promises to eclipse its predecessors with with a newly designed GUI that is fully scalable and supports Retina displays, an enhanced user experience, and more gear. A lot more gear. All in, there are 129 new models, making for a total of over 400 gear models in the AmpliTube 5 MAX version, plus cabinet section that has been retooled using IK Multimedia’s new Volumetric Impulse Response (VIR) technology, improving power amp/speaker cab interactions for more authentic tone and feel. The VIR tech was developed by measuring 600 IRs per speaker of every existing and new cabinet model, making for 143,000 IRs in total, allowing for a three-dimensional grid interface for mic placement. You can also now import and load your own IRs. Also new to AmpliTube 5, we’ve got an expanded, fully configurable signal chain that allows you to deploy a wet-dry-wet configuration and experiment with more complicated setups – series and parallel routing? Fill your boots.
Take your music to another dimension with a world of captivating visuals. VS – Visual Synthesizer makes it easy to express your sound optically, in a highly customizable way. VS – Visual Synthesizer multi-layered shader system allows you to create complex compositions by blending dynamic graphical elements using powerful controls. Trigger, change and modulate parameters from both audio and MIDI sources, to inject movement into each layer’s “polyphonic visual voices”. From ambient geometric loops, to rhythmically pulsating patterns, VS extensive modulation options ensure you are always in control.
OP-Xa V Legendary growl machine.. The OP-Xa V takes the immense analog power of the fat, aggressive sounding OB-Xa from the 80s charts to the modern era. Faithful to the sound of the original and supercharged with new features, OP-Xa V will take you for a wild sonic ride. With OP-Xa V, that same unmistakable presence comes to life right in your DAW. There’s just something about the sound that invites you to dig in with both hands and come up with great parts. True Analog Emulation® ensures an authentic muscle car synthesizer experience – while our added touches add heaps of production horsepower that’ll get your creativity racing.
THE RETURN OF A CLASSIC: The Wurlitzer V is a high end software recreation of the classic Wurlitzer 200A electric piano. As most producers know, the legendary bright and overdriven Wurlitzer sound heard on classic records also comes from the use of fine amplifiers, micing and processing. This is why the Wurlitzer V goes further by putting you in command of a studio from the 70’s, filled with vintage stomp boxes and classic tube amps… everything you need to get a true classic vibe!
The SPL Vitalizer Mk3-T is the definitive plugin version of SPL’s famed analog program equalizer, a powerful audio enhancement tool for mix and mastering engineers that offers a unique approach to improving sound clarity, volume, and bass foundation, without introducing harshness. Vitalizer Mk3-T isn’t just an EQ: it’s a mix finishing tool, giving you intuitive access to advanced and crystal-clear psychoacoustic processing via its patented combination of frequency shaping and bass processing. Always trusted in providing the final 5% that separates a good mix from a great one, it can be instrumental in helping your mixes cut through, feel fuller, and sound more polished. And beyond full mixing and mastering applications, whether you’re sweetening vocals or tightening the low-end on a drum bus, the Vitalizer Mk3-T is a legendary go-to for adding clarity, punch, and sonic “finalizing” to whatever you drop it in on.
Sahara is a compressor built for people who don’t want to fight with controls. Drive your signal in, set the ratio, and let the program-dependent attack and release follow the music. Fixed Threshold: Always consistent, no setup required. Smooth Curve: Ratio and knee work together for natural dynamics. Adaptive Timing: Attack and release adjust to the program, staying transparent and musical. Light on CPU: Built for modern sessions — insert on hundreds of tracks without slowdown. Minimal Design: Nothing extra, just what you need. Sahara delivers instant results and stays out of your way.
