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14-day money back guarantee included if product is not activated
You can purchase from Gear4music with complete confidence and peace of mind. All of our digital products come with a 14-day money-back guarantee as standard.
If you decide you don't want your order, you can return it within 14 days of receiving it. Provided your product hasn't been activated in that time, you can exchange it for a different product, or get a refund.
We will only issue a new product or refund if the supplier confirms that your product has not been activated. At the same time, we will ask them to invalidate it so that it cannot be used in the future.
This does not affect your statutory rights.
For more information, please refer to our Returns and Refunds Information.
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 60 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 60 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
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Please note: This is only available where all items in the order are dispatched in a single delivery. Gear4music Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA FRN 706272) and acts as a credit intermediary and not a lender, offering credit products provided by a limited number of finance providers, including Klarna Financial Services UK Limited. Finance is only available to permanent UK residents aged 18+, subject to status, terms and conditions apply.
More infoTo make it as easy as possible for you to get the gear you want, we offer a range of instant finance options. If you spend £250 or more online, you can choose to pay over 12, 24, 36 or 48 months. The majority of decisions are given instantly, so you could get your new gear sooner than you thought!
Representative Example
To help you understand how our finance options work, the examples below are based on a total order value of £250:
| Finance | APR Rep. | Deposit to Pay | Payments | Total Payable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 months | 21.90% | £25.00 | 12 months: £21.51Final Payment: £21.51No settlement fee | £283.12 |
| 24 months | 21.90% | £25.00 | 24 months: £11.92Final Payment: £11.92No settlement fee | £311.08 |
| 36 months | 21.90% | £25.00 | 36 months: £8.77Final Payment: £8.77No settlement fee | £340.72 |
| 48 months | 14.90% | £25.00 | 48 months: £6.34Final Payment: £6.34No settlement fee | £329.32 |
How to Apply
Applying for finance couldn't be easier - if your order totals £250 or more, simply proceed through the checkout as normal. If your order qualifies, during the Payment step you'll see options available underneath the Flexible Payment Options heading. Select your preferred option and then click the orange PLACE ORDER USING FINANCE button. This will start your application with our finance partners. Completing this form should take approximately 10 minutes.
You should get an instant answer on whether your application has been successful, though in some rare cases our finance provider may need to look at the application in more detail.
Please note: This is only available on orders placed via the website consisting of a single delivery, and is not available in store or via phone currently. Warranties can not be purchased on finance. If you wish to purchase warranties, please choose another payment method or contact us after placing your order and we'll be happy to help you. Additionally, please note that software downloads are subject to a £300 maximum spend.
To make it as easy as possible for you to get the gear you want, we offer a range of instant finance options. If you spend £250 or more online, you can choose to pay over 12, 24, 36 or 48 months. The majority of decisions are given instantly, so you could get your new gear sooner than you thought!
Representative Example
To help you understand how our finance options work, the examples below are based on a total order value of £250:
| Finance | APR Rep. | Deposit to Pay | Payments | Total Payable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 months | 21.90% | £25.00 | 12 months: £21.51Final Payment: £21.51No settlement fee | £283.12 |
| 24 months | 21.90% | £25.00 | 24 months: £11.92Final Payment: £11.92No settlement fee | £311.08 |
| 36 months | 21.90% | £25.00 | 36 months: £8.77Final Payment: £8.77No settlement fee | £340.72 |
| 48 months | 14.90% | £25.00 | 48 months: £6.34Final Payment: £6.34No settlement fee | £329.32 |
How to Apply
Applying for finance couldn't be easier - if your order totals £250 or more, simply proceed through the checkout as normal. If your order qualifies, during the Payment step you'll see options available underneath the Flexible Payment Options heading. Select your preferred option and then click the orange PLACE ORDER USING FINANCE button. This will start your application with our finance partners. Completing this form should take approximately 10 minutes.
You should get an instant answer on whether your application has been successful, though in some rare cases our finance provider may need to look at the application in more detail.
Please note: This is only available on orders placed via the website consisting of a single delivery, and is not available in store or via phone currently. Warranties can not be purchased on finance. If you wish to purchase warranties, please choose another payment method or contact us after placing your order and we'll be happy to help you. Additionally, please note that software downloads are subject to a £300 maximum spend.
Key Features
The Universal Audio Studer A800 Multichannel Tape Recorder is a plug-in recreation of one of the most highly sought-after tape machines. Renowned for its warm sound, solid low-end, and overall presence, this legendary tape recorder has been used on countless albums by artists ranging from Metallica to Stevie Wonder. Authenticated by Studer and meticulously modelled by UA's team of DSP engineers and AES magnetic recording expert Jay McKnight, the Studer A800 plug-in faithfully reproduces the entire multitrack tape circuit path and electronics of an A800. This includes the distinct sounds of multiple tape formulas, making it the most accurate representation of professional analog tape recording available.
While the original A800 machines weighed a back-breaking 900 pounds and required significant space, the UADx plug-in version eliminates the physical limitations while retaining all the beautiful sonic qualities of tape. Simply drop this plug-in on each desired track, and you can enjoy the benefits of tape recording without the hassle of manual calibration and maintenance, or the risk of tape degradation. With comprehensive electronic signal paths, the Studer A800 plug-in infuses your sound with the warmth, presence, and robust low-end resonance that only authentic tape can provide.
The plug-in seamlessly integrates with LUNA, allowing for simultaneous tweaks across all channels. It offers versatile sound options, from clean to harmonically saturated, and includes original IPS control and multiple magnetic tape formulas. With augmented controls for modern producers, including Noise, EQ, and Bias, you can customize your sound to perfection. Choose between NAB and European EQ settings for different tape head modes, and experiment with HF Bias control to achieve warm and vintage sounds or heavily distorted effects.
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Seamlessly integrate the Studer A800 into the LUNA Recording System, allowing you to infuse authentic tape character into every audio and instrument track. With intuitive control over every channel, you can effortlessly tweak the settings to achieve the desired tape saturation and warmth. Experience the cumulative effect of mixing from magnetic tape as you build your mix, resulting in a cohesive and rich sonic quality. This extension goes beyond a simple tape plug-in, becoming an integral part of LUNA's mixer, providing an analog-inspired workflow with genuine analog sonics.
Embrace the distinctive sound of magnetic tape by adjusting the Studer A800's Input and Output controls. Choose between various tape speeds (7.5, 15, or 30 IPS) using the IPS control, each offering its own unique frequency shift, head bump, and distortion characteristics. Additionally, the tape Type control allows you to select from four popular magnetic tape formulas, each with its own subtle sonic variations. Delve even deeper into tape textures with secondary controls such as Noise, EQ, and Bias, offering an extensive palette of sonic possibilities.
The Studer A800 Multichannel Tape Recorder empowers you with comprehensive operational control. Select between +3 dB, +6 dB, +7.5 dB, or +9 dB calibration levels with the Cal control, offering both recommended settings and flexibility for tonal adjustments. Authenticity is key, and the Input, Sync, Repro paths, and Thru (bypass) options accurately replicate all available circuit options of the original A800. Additional controls, like the Equaliser, provide options for choosing between American (NAB) and European (CCIR) standardized EQs, with regional pre-emphasis/de-emphasis filtering at 7.5 and 15 IPS, along with the AES EQ at 30 IPS.
The HF Bias calibration parameter enables you to fine-tune the HF oscillation voltage feed to the magnetic record head, striking a balance between record sensitivity and distortion. This parameter also offers creative potential, allowing you to explore warm, overbiased sounds or voltage-starved distortion and chatter effects. Further calibration options include the HF Record calibration filter and the Sync and Repro HF and LF calibration EQs, ensuring a flat playback response or providing room for creative experimentation. The Studer A800 features an Auto Cal feature, allowing you to easily calibrate the secondary controls to the manufacturer's recommended settings. Additionally, separate controls for Hiss and Hum, matched to the hardware behaviour by default, are available, with a convenient global noise bypass option.
"The Studer A800 plug-in is tape in a box. Tracks that are thin and dull become full of life and tone... so creative, and musical." - Darrell Thorp
"No tape emulation has ever achieved this level of ... should I say, completeness? I expect to smell the tape when I hit play!" - Vance Powell
"The Studer A800 plug-in is the missing link for in-the-box mixing." - Ryan West
"I tried the Studer A800 plug-in on drums, guitar and overheads to get a saturated, punchy sound. It sounded great, and it works fo me." - Michael Brauer
"I've been really loving the STuder A800 on bass, kick, overheads, horns and strings. It adds a tonal colour that is very musical." - Ross Hogarth
"The UAD Studer A800 gives my drum bus a raw, hard tone with a little distortion - all the while keeping the sound together." - Dean Coleman
"All of the songs on the Garbage record, "Not Your Kind of People" were mixed with the Studer A800 plug-in on all the drum channels. " - Billy Bush
"The UAD Studer A800 gives me all the analog goodness, without any of the corss-talk, maintenance issues, alcohol swabs or tape alignment. " - Glenn Rosentein
"The UAD Studer A800 adds great personality to drums, bass, guitar and vocals.. " - Jeff Balding
