PlexiTape is an analog-modeled tape echo effect plugin by Audiority, based on a vintage solid state tape echo unit. It adds stereo delay, tempo sync and a Sound On Sound looping mode to the classic tape sound.
PlexiTape recreates a vintage tape echo with solid state electronics. Audiority, the developer, says it modeled the motor, tape, FET preamplifier, heads and the unit's Sound On Sound mode. Beyond the original design, the plugin adds an auxiliary echo with stereo panning, a tempo sync playback mode and a resizable interface, so it fits both period-style delays and modern stereo effects inside a session.
PlexiTape offers two FET preamp models, Early and Late, which shape how the input reaches the tape path. Playback runs in either Regular mode, with Varispeed from 3 to 15 IPS, or Sync mode, which locks the delay to your project tempo.
The Echo Tone equalizer lets you shape the repeats, and an internal hum noise control can be adjusted fully. Audiority says the hum helps the realism and allows self oscillation when pushed.
Three echo modes are available: Echo, Off, which uses only the preamp and tape colour, and Sound On Sound. Sound On Sound turns the unit into a looping recorder, which suits layering loops and building textures.
The Auxiliary Echo with Echo Pan adds a full stereo effect, spreading repeats across the field for wider delays.
Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.
| Developer | Audiority |
|---|---|
| Type | Plugin |
| Category | Echo |
| Formats | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX |
| Operating systems | Windows, macOS |
| Architecture | 64-bit |
| Free trial | Yes |
PlexiTape is available in VST3, VST2, AU and AAX formats. It runs on Windows and macOS and is a 64-bit plugin.
On Windows, it requires Windows 7 (64-bit only), an Intel i5 or higher, 2GB RAM and a 1024×768 screen. On macOS, Intel Macs need OS X 10.9 or later, and Apple Silicon Macs need macOS 11.0 or later with an Apple M1 or higher. Pro Tools 11 or higher is needed for AAX, and a 64-bit host is required for each format.
Sound On Sound is one of the three echo modes. It bypasses the echo so the tape works as a looping recorder, according to the developer.
Yes, PlexiTape has a trial version available.
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