Softube Tube-Tech Blue Tone: A Simple 8-mode Mixing Processor
Softube's new simplified Tube-Tech processing plug-in.
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The Softube Tube-Tech Blue Tone is a simple but versatile dynamics processing plug-in using technology from the SMC 2B, PE 1C, and ME 1B.
The popular Softube Tube-Tech plug-in range brings the legendary Lydkraft hardware series into your DAW. Renowned for clarity, warmth, and detail, these plug-ins will make your next mix a breeze.
Softube Tube-Tech Blue Tone
The Blue Tone uses the multiband compression from the Tube-Tech SMC 2B and EQ characteristics from the PE 1C and ME 1B with eight different processing modes.
Each mode is designed for a specific application, which includes:
- Vocal Clarity
- Vocal Focus
- Mix Bus
- Mix Bus (Wide)
- Drum Bus
- Bass Instruments
- Keys/Guitar
- Stereo Guitars (Wide)
The core of the Blue Tone’s processing is accessed via the Amount knob that controls the degree of processing taking place. Meanwhile, two EQ bands, and a Mix control for doing parallel processing.
This may be a somewhat simplistic feature set, but when combined with the right processing mode, you can recreate the classic Pultec low-end trick, do multiband widening, and much more.
What’s more, the two separate Mix Bus modes encourage you to use both in different ways. For instance, you might use the first Mix Bus mode on the entire mix, while using the second Mix Bus mode on a parallel channel.
Overall, the Blue Tone is a great option for beginners or pros that has strengths in many areas and it’s easy to use. Because you can use it sparingly or extensively on any instrument it’s an essential tool for mixing.
Pricing and Availability:
The Softube Tube-Tech Blue Tone plug-in is currently available from Plugin Boutique.
More about the Softube Tube-Tech Blue Tone plug-in:
- Official Product Page
- More from Softube
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