EMT 140 Classic Plate Reverberator plugin interface by Universal Audio

EMT® 140 Classic Plate Reverberator: Studio Plate Reverb Plugin by Universal Audio

EMT® 140 Classic Plate Reverberator is a plate reverb plugin by Universal Audio, modeled after vintage EMT 140 units. It runs in VST3, AU and AAX hosts on Windows and macOS.

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01Overview

The EMT 140 is a plate reverb plugin that aims to reproduce the warmth and presence of the EMT 140 plate unit. Universal Audio developed it as a Universal Audio Native plug-in, so it is licensed and managed through UA Connect and iLok. It offers damping and filter controls for shaping classic plate tones, along with plug-in-only settings for Balance, Width and Modulation. It is a tool for producers who want a studio plate sound on vocals, drums and other sources.

Best for

Vocal reverb
Snare plate sound
String ambience
Shimmer lead vocals
Classic studio plate

Developer: Universal Audio
Category: Reverbs
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Three plate models modeled after original vintage EMT units
Plates A and B use the original EMT electronics system
Plate C uses serviced Martech electronics for added brightness
Damping and filter controls for shaping classic plate tones
Plug-in-only Balance control for placing sources in the reverb
Width control for spreading reverb across the stereo field
Modulation feature for adding shimmer to sources
Runs in VST3, AU and AAX on Windows and macOS

03In depth

Plate Textures and Authentic EMT Sound

Universal Audio says the plugin is modeled after three original vintage units and is endorsed by EMT International. Plates A and B reproduce the original EMT electronics system, with plates that had not been retuned in some time. Plate C is described as fuller in the frequency range, using serviced Martech electronics for a more open reverb with added presence and brightness.

The damping and filter controls let you dial in classic plate character across all three plates.

Balance, Width and Modulation for Mixing

The plug-in-only Balance control helps place a source within the reverb, such as pinpointing a snare tone. Width spreads the reverb out, which suits strings. Modulation adds shimmer, and Universal Audio points to lead vocals as a use for it.

These features let the EMT 140 be used in ways the hardware unit does not offer, making it useful across different sources in a mix.

04Specs

Will it run?

Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.

Developer	Universal Audio
Type	Plugin
Category	Reverb
Formats	VST3, AU, AAX
Operating systems	Windows, macOS
Architecture	64-bit

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does the EMT 140 support?

The EMT 140 is available in VST3, AU and AAX plug-in formats. It runs on Windows and macOS.

What do I need to use the EMT 140?

You need a supported DAW compatible with VST3, AU or AAX, a free iLok account and an internet connection to download and authorize the UAD Native plug-in. The free UA Connect application is used to manage it. An iLok USB key is supported but not required.