UAD - News and Rumours

Why Do We Still Use 1980s Reverb?

24 Mar · We discuss the magic of 1980s reverb, why it's still in use today, and the different ways to bring classic reverb sounds to your setup.

Minimoog Plugins: Nostalgia On Tap

09 Dec 2024 · Which Minimoog plugins are best to recreate the sound of this legendary analogue synth? We look at some of the top emulations available.

Why do we still use Leveling Amplifiers in the Recording Process?

02 Dec 2024 · We check out the different types, formats, and applications of leveling amplifiers and how they are used in the recording process.

When to Use an SSL Bus Compressor and Why?

14 Nov 2024 · The SSL bus compressor is one of the most sought-after audio tools ever designed! We check out the different formats currently available.

Recording to Tape: Is it still relevant in 2023? DAWless music making.

22 Sep 2023 · Recording to tape was the mainstay for over 40 years, but is tape still relevant in 2023? Should you embrace a DAWless analogue workflow?

Studio Deals from Universal Audio, Bitwig, Audient, and Genelec

13 Jun 2023 · From monitoring solutions to trusted recording tools, this week's edition of Studio Deals has a range of offers for your audio setup.

From Dark Arts To Charts: How To Sound Like The Dust Brothers

18 Feb 2023 · The Grammy award-winning duo, The Dust Brothers, is known for their hit productions and highly creative use of sampling. We find out more!

Meet the new Universal Audio Sphere precision modeling microphones

11 Jan 2023 · Introducing the Universal Audio Sphere! These two modeling microphones offer up to 38 different virtual mic models with stereo recording.

SSL 360 update adds new controller profiles for LUNA and Pyramix users

11 Nov 2022 · The SSL 360 update V1.4 is here with new controller profiles for LUNA and Pyramix users, and a number of other useful improvements.

UAD 10.2 update released with new plugins for UAD Spark

09 Nov 2022 · The new UAD 10.2 update has been released, with some new software plug-ins including PolyMAX synthesizer and Hitsville Reverb Chambers.

External DSP solutions: are they really worth it?

15 Jul 2022 · We discuss the pros and cons of external DSP systems and check out some options for use in the studio and live sound environments.

Universal Audio Hitsville EQ Collection available for Spark and Apollo

17 May 2022 · The Hitsville EQ Collection is a pair of Motown emulations released with the UAD 10.1 software update and available for Apollo & Spark.

Review: UAD Spark – Native UAD plug-ins for USD 20 per month

30 Mar 2022 · Spark is UAD going full Native with its renowned plug-in effects and instruments on a USD 20 / mo subscription basis. It's shaping up well!

UAD teases Spark: new Universal Audio product coming March 30!

23 Mar 2022 · Universal Audio just published a teaser video regarding a mystery new product called Spark. The launch is scheduled for March 30, 2022.

UAD 9.15: new AMS Neve Digital Delay & Manley Tube Preamp plug-ins

12 Nov 2021 · UAD v9.15 adds elaborate emulations of two renowned vintage units - the AMS DMX 15-80 S digital delay and Manley tube preamp.

Best Creative Filter Plug-ins: Our top 10 creative software filtering tools

02 Oct 2020 · Need more creativity in your tracks? These tools can manipulate and mutilate your sounds in innovative new ways! Our Top 10 creative filter plug-ins will change your life (or at least your songs).

UAD-2 Satellite DSP accelerator gets Thunderbolt 3 upgrade

19 Sep 2019 · Switching to Thunderbolt 3, the new UAD-2 Satellite doesn't require a TB3 to Legacy TB adapter and cables for connection to Type-C ports, which brings convenience and removes a considerable expense.

UAD 9.10.0 update brings rare UA 175B/176 tube comps & DSP pairing

07 Aug 2019 · The UAD 9.10.0 update spans a pair of rare tube compressors, enhancements to Apollo DSP functionality, 10 Sphere mic models and a hefty number of bug fixes among other things.

UAD 9.9 brings Capitol Records’ reverb chambers to you DAW

22 May 2019 · In addition to an updated Tube-Tech CL-1B MKII compressor, version 9.9 introduces a major addition to the line-up - Capitol Chambers. Not cheap, but there are some special sounds on offer here.

UAD 9.6 update adds four new plug-ins – check them out!

18 Aug 2018 · UAD has updated its ample collection of plug-ins to version 9.6, adding four new titles - one made in-house and three developed by partnering companies. These include a channel strip, a guitar amp & more!

UAD brings forth its UAD-2 Live Rack MADI FX processor

18 May 2018 · Universal Audio has a new product under the spotlight, and this time it's not an audio interface. Rather, it's UAD-2 Live Rack, a powerhouse of an FX processor designed for live applications.