Vapor Keys is a collection of custom electric pianos mixed with various sounds of FM, Wavetable and Algorithmic synthesizers and designed to create magnificent and bold modern sounds of the neo-90s. The collection is inspired by classic films and artists such as Luxury Elite, Macintosh Plus, 2814 or Hong Kong Express. The collection is divided into two parts: electric pianos and Vapor Keys
KISSED BY THE 90s
Vapor Keys is a collection of custom Electric Pianos mixed with various FM, Wavetable and Algorithmic synthesizer sounds and designed to create gorgeous and bold modern neo-90s sounds. The collection is inspired by classic movies and artists like Luxury Elite, Macintosh Plus, 2814 or Hong Kong Express. The collection is divided into two parts: Electric Pianos and Vapor Keys.
9 ELECTRIC PIANOS
Electric Pianos are dry, multi velocity sampled instruments with classic EP presets from vintage FM gear with 2 effects / patch: a detuned chorus and a phaser.
With this selection you get access to great authentic FM Electric Pianos from the 80s and 90s. All samples are recorded key-to-key in 24 bit 48kHz. We captured these sounds with analog gear and by applying the minimum software post-production process to keep these patches rich and fresh.
Multi-layer sampled Electric Piano patches with keybed noises for additonal reality and playability
- Custom Yamaha DX7
- 9 Electric Piano patches
- Full scales
- Neve 1073 Preamp + Roland Dimension D + Studer A800 used for recording path
- 3-4 dynamic layers / patch
14 VAPOR KEYS
Vapor Keys are heavily sound-designed keyboard instruments with dry and wet signals mixed together from various FM pianos, other synth sources and reverb gears. These patches are great for chords, arps and shorter soundscapes. We captured authentic, classic instruments algorithmic and fm (Yamaha DX7 and TX81z) and modern wavetable (Arturia MicroFreak) synthesizers along with various Eventide reverb units and tape machines to create these extraordinary presets.
This video tape emulation plugin is certainly perhaps even more flexible than the Studer A800 provided that it provides a constructed in hold off and extra tape features. For ambiance and midrange feel, I'll get to for the A new800. Studer A800 Multichannel Tape Recorder. Uad 2 Plugins Bundle Torrent Dil Chura Liya Mp3 Pdf Xchange Pro 6 Principles Of Management Pdf Books Free Rpg Games Offline. The Studer A800 Multichannel Tape Recorder poses none of the hardware hassles, yet retains all the beautiful sonics that make tape a beloved recording medium. Capturing the Magic of Tape Just like magnetic tape, you can dial in a clean sound, or just the right amount of harmonic saturation using the Studer A800's Input and Output controls. The Studer A800 plug‑in very successfully mimics the sound of the real hardware, but is also a very powerful tone‑shaping tool in its own right. The Sync and Repro EQs can add a solid low end and a very sweet high end, but the real fun begins when raising the input level to hit the 'tape' hard. Neve 1073 Preamp + Roland Dimension D + Studer A800 used for recording path; 3-4 dynamic layers / patch; 14 VAPOR KEYS Vapor Keys are heavily sound-designed keyboard instruments with dry and wet signals mixed together from various FM pianos, other synth sources and reverb gears. These patches are great for chords, arps and shorter soundscapes.
Combinations of various electric piano and wavetable synth patches with additonal spaces
- Custom Yamaha DX7
- Arturia MicroFreak
- Various wavetable & algorithmic synthesis sounds such as electric pianos, marimbas, strings, CMI Fairlight
- Full scales
- Neve 1073 Preamp + Roland Dimension D + Studer A800 used for recording path
- Eventide Blackhole, Lexicon 224 effect processors
- 2-5 layers / patch
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If you've seen my video tutorials, you know I tend to mix with a lot of UAD plugins.
Here's a roundup of my ten go-to plugins as well as some mix tips for each.
1. Studer A800
If I had to choose just one plugin from UAD, this would be it. It's a mainstay on my drum buss and other sub-aux tracks. It can also really warm up a master buss and is excellent on lead vocals and close-miked drums.
There are so many tonal options with this plugin—it's like an EQ, compressor, saturator, signal destroyer all in one.
Tip: Experiment with the 'bias setting'—try bringing it down to just before the signal starts breaking up, and then push the input for instant vintage saturation and excitement.
2. Neve 33609 Compressor/Limiter
This compressor, which models the classic Neve hardware, is a regular on kick, snare, drum buss and master buss.
If you're looking to 'glue' multiple sources together and add instant excitement without killing your dynamic range, this is my favorite compressor.
Tip: Send your bass in parallel to the 33609 and push the input to add excitement and vibe, while still maintaining the dynamics of the original signal.
3. Neve 1073
Depth, clarity, bite, mayhem—normally I choose a specialty EQ to add one of these qualities to my audio, but the 1073 can achieve all of it and more. It's super smooth and I'd describe it as 'forgiving' on vocals, but it works on pretty much anything.
Tip: Use this in Unison in conjunction with an Apollo interface, and set it to mic level when recording electric guitar (make sure to turn the output way down) for the most absurd, fuzzy, 70's lead guitar tone I've ever achieved in the box.
4. Manley Massive Passive
The original hardware unit is one of the most widely used equalizers in mastering. Try this plugin, add a generous amount of 12 or 16 kHz to the two-buss and you'll see why.
Tip: Run this in parallel on lead vocals or a vocal aux, and add a substantial amount of gain (anywhere from 1 kHz to 27 kHz) to add whatever the vocal might be missing—whether it's bite, clarity or air. Be mindful not to push the volume of that aux track too much. The high-end is unmatched.
5. Harrison 32C
A great Swiss Army Knife equalizer. Intuitive, and easy to use, but also full of character and interesting tones.
Tip: Whereas the upper midrange of most plugin equalizers can be harsh and brittle, this EQ is really pleasing in that range. Try it on electric guitars, with a couple dB of gain (anywhere from 1 – 3 kHz) for bite without the fatiguing quality that other plugins can sometimes add.
6. LA-2A Collection
Despite having minimal controls, this emulation of the classic hardware compressor is extremely versatile. The fact that you get several variations makes the collection even more powerful.
Tip: These compressors have their own unique tonal characteristics in addition to being adept at managing dynamic range. Experiment with the different versions in the collection before reaching for an equalizer.
Studer A800 Vs Ampex Atr
7. Ampex ATR-102
This tape emulation plugin is perhaps even more versatile than the Studer A800 given that it has a built in delay and additional tape characteristics. For warmth and midrange vibe, I'll reach for the A800. For clarity and sheen, I usually choose the ATR-102.
Tip: Experiment with the Wow, Flutter and Noise features to make your VST synths sound more 'drifty' and analog.
8. dbx 160
Use it on snare. It's 'that' sound, instantly.
Tip: Seriously: snare drum.
9. Shadow Hills Mastering Compressor
It can be intimidating to use this one for the first time if you're not familiar with the original hardware unit or well-versed in compression, but get past the initial learning curve and it's one of the most versatile plugin compressors.
Tip: To retain and even enhance the bass response of program material, make sure to engage the sidechain function, and choose the 'steel' transformer setting.
10. EMT 140
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Another emulation of a classic unit, this is one of the only reverb plugins that 'feels' like a piece of hardware.
Tip: Between the different plates, input filter and EQ settings, you've got a ton of options. Try doing something drastic like adding 12dB somewhere between 1 kHz – 6 kHz with the plugin's EQ engaged for any track you want to really stand out. I feel confident 'pushing' a lot of these plugins, and the EMT 140 is no exception.
Tip: Run this in parallel on lead vocals or a vocal aux, and add a substantial amount of gain (anywhere from 1 kHz to 27 kHz) to add whatever the vocal might be missing—whether it's bite, clarity or air. Be mindful not to push the volume of that aux track too much. The high-end is unmatched.
5. Harrison 32C
A great Swiss Army Knife equalizer. Intuitive, and easy to use, but also full of character and interesting tones.
Tip: Whereas the upper midrange of most plugin equalizers can be harsh and brittle, this EQ is really pleasing in that range. Try it on electric guitars, with a couple dB of gain (anywhere from 1 – 3 kHz) for bite without the fatiguing quality that other plugins can sometimes add.
6. LA-2A Collection
Despite having minimal controls, this emulation of the classic hardware compressor is extremely versatile. The fact that you get several variations makes the collection even more powerful.
Tip: These compressors have their own unique tonal characteristics in addition to being adept at managing dynamic range. Experiment with the different versions in the collection before reaching for an equalizer.
Studer A800 Vs Ampex Atr
7. Ampex ATR-102
This tape emulation plugin is perhaps even more versatile than the Studer A800 given that it has a built in delay and additional tape characteristics. For warmth and midrange vibe, I'll reach for the A800. For clarity and sheen, I usually choose the ATR-102.
Tip: Experiment with the Wow, Flutter and Noise features to make your VST synths sound more 'drifty' and analog.
8. dbx 160
Use it on snare. It's 'that' sound, instantly.
Tip: Seriously: snare drum.
9. Shadow Hills Mastering Compressor
It can be intimidating to use this one for the first time if you're not familiar with the original hardware unit or well-versed in compression, but get past the initial learning curve and it's one of the most versatile plugin compressors.
Tip: To retain and even enhance the bass response of program material, make sure to engage the sidechain function, and choose the 'steel' transformer setting.
10. EMT 140
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Another emulation of a classic unit, this is one of the only reverb plugins that 'feels' like a piece of hardware.
Tip: Between the different plates, input filter and EQ settings, you've got a ton of options. Try doing something drastic like adding 12dB somewhere between 1 kHz – 6 kHz with the plugin's EQ engaged for any track you want to really stand out. I feel confident 'pushing' a lot of these plugins, and the EMT 140 is no exception.
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Studer A800 Plugin Torrent
If you've seen my video tutorials, you know I tend to mix with a lot of UAD plugins. Here's a roundup of my ten go-to plugins as well as some mix tips for each. 1. Studer A800 If I had to choose just one plugin from UAD, this would be it. It's a mainstay on my drum buss and other sub-aux tracks. It
