Manley Tube Preamp is a tube preamp plugin by Universal Audio that models the Class-A circuit of Manley's hardware mic preamps. It is built to add clarity, weight and tube character to any audio source.
Manley Tube Preamp is an effects plugin from Universal Audio, sold in the Vocal Processing subcategory. It models the open, detailed sound of Manley's Class-A tube mic preamp in software, so you can run vocals, bass, acoustic guitar, drums or synths through the same kind of tube coloration. The developer says it models every stage of the hardware circuit. It is available in VST3, AU and AAX formats for macOS and Windows.
Universal Audio describes Manley Tube Preamp as a way to add harmonic life and smoothness to a signal. The plugin is aimed at vocals and other instruments, where the developer says it brings a clear, smooth sound. It is also suggested for punching up percussion and acoustic guitars.
Because it is an effects plugin, it sits in your channel strip or on a track, and it works on whatever source you route through it.
Manley Tube Preamp can run in two versions. UAD Native runs on a Mac or PC without any UA hardware. Apollo Realtime and UAD-2 versions run accelerated on Apollo interfaces and UAD-2 hardware.
With Apollo and Unison technology, you can record in realtime through the plugin. Universal Audio says this carries over the hardware's line and mic preamp impedance and gain stage behavior. You can also use the plugin with any audio interface, since no UA hardware is required for the Native version.
Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.
| Developer | Universal Audio |
|---|---|
| Type | Plugin |
| Category | Vocal Processing |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX |
| Operating systems | Windows, macOS |
| Architecture | 64-bit |
Manley Tube Preamp is available in VST3, AU and AAX plugin formats. It runs on macOS and Windows, and the system requirements list a 64-bit operating system.
No. The UAD Native version runs on a Mac or PC without any UA hardware and works with any audio interface. The Apollo Realtime and UAD-2 version runs accelerated on Apollo interfaces and UAD-2 hardware.
You need a supported DAW that is compatible with VST3, AU or AAX, an internet connection to download and authorize the software, and a free iLok account. An iLok USB key is supported but not required. The free UA Connect application is used to manage UAD Native plugins.
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