Description
Overview
The T-RackS Tape Machine 99 brings the legendary sonic signature of analog tape recording into your digital workstation. By meticulously recreating the Revox PR99, this processor allows you to infuse your tracks with the warmth, saturation, and organic character that defined the greatest recordings in music history.
Utilizing a sophisticated combination of convolution and physical modeling, the Tape Machine 99 captures the complex interplay between the machine hardware, the magnetic tape, and the audio signal. This ensures that every nuance—from the subtle compression of the tape to the specific harmonic distortion—is rendered with musical authenticity.
Key Details
- Authentic Analog Modeling: Re-creates the specific sonic textures of the iconic Revox PR99 tape machine.
- Hybrid Technology: Combines physical modeling and convolution to capture the smallest details of the original hardware.
- Sonic Enhancement: Designed to add “glue” to mixes, providing low-end weight and a smooth, ear-pleasing high-end.
- Harmonic Warmth: Introduces the classic analog saturation and character required to remove the “digital edge” from modern recordings.
Use Cases
- Mixing Glue: Apply to your master bus or group stems to bind disparate elements together for a more cohesive, professional sound.
- Drum Processing: Add weight and punch to drum busses, utilizing tape saturation to round off harsh transients.
- Vocal Warmth: Soften digital vocal recordings by adding the natural compression and harmonic richness of analog tape.
- Bass Definition: Enhance low-end stability and thickness on bass guitars or synths to create a more grounded foundation.
Installation
T-RackS Tape Machine 99 is a digital software plug-in. Installation is managed via the manufacturer’s authorization system. An internet connection is required for product authorization and activation. Once authorized, the plug-in can be loaded within any compatible DAW or used as part of the T-RackS mixing and mastering suite.
Compatibility
Supported Operating Systems:
- Mac: macOS 10.15 or newer (64-bit). Compatible with Apple M1 and Intel Core i5 processors.
- Windows: Windows 10 (64-bit) or newer. Requires Core i5 Processor or equivalent.
Plugin Formats:
- Mac: Audio Units (AU), VST 3, AAX (64-bit).
- Windows: VST 3, AAX (64-bit).
System Requirements:
- RAM: 8 GB minimum.
- Disk Space: 9 GB of available hard drive space.
- Graphics: OpenGL 2 compatible graphics adapter required.
- Audio (Windows): ASIO compatible sound card required.
Additional Details
- Manufacturer: IK Multimedia
- Platform: Windows, macOS
- Plug-in Formats: VST 3, AAX, AU
- Requirements: 64-bit CPU and Operating System
- SKU: 1049-210
- Delivery Format: Download / Digital License
- Supported Operating Systems: Windows 10 (64 bit) or newer, macOS 10.15 or newer
- Supported Operating Systems: Windows 10 (64-bit) or newer, macOS 10.15 or newer
- RAM Requirements: 8 GB RAM
- Disk Space: 9 GB Hard Drive Space
- Requirements Source: manufacturer or supplier product documentation (https://www.ikmultimedia.com/products/st4).
- Requirements Source: manufacturer or supplier product documentation (https://www.ikmultimedia.com/products/productmanager).
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