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| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 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 |
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Key Features
The Universal Audio Sound City Studios is a state-of-the-art reverb plug-in which lets you place your instruments in the recording room of one of the world's most famous rock and roll studios. Step into the footsteps of legends like Nirvana, Metallica, Fleetwood Mac, and Tom Petty, and bring the iconic vibe of Sound City to your own music production.
With Sound City Studios, you have access to the same room, microphones, and legendary console that shaped countless classic records. Whether you're recording drums, guitars, vocals, synths, or any other instrument, you can capture the magic of this historic space right in your own bedroom or home studio. Immerse your recordings in the iconic sound of Sound City's Room A.
Take advantage of Sound City's renowned mic locker and discover the perfect sonic signature for your sources. With expertly placed cabinet and mic setups, you can sculpt the ideal guitar tones and capture the essence of your instruments with precision. Harness the power of Sound City's iconic British console, complete with its 3-band EQ and inline compression. Additionally, Sound City Studios includes a range of analog outboard gear, including the "secret weapon" Dolby A-style effects and the renowned 1176 limiting. Add depth, warmth, and character to your tracks and elevate your productions to new heights.
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Discover the rich history of music recorded at Sound City's Studio A with the Universal Audio Sound City Studios. This incredible plugin allows you to recreate the magic of this iconic recording studio right in your own production space. With original multitrack recordings cut at Sound City, we have expertly captured the unique and characterful sound that made this studio legendary. With the guidance of engineers who worked in the studio every day, you can easily transport your productions to the same space where countless hit records were made.
Finding the perfect sound for your recordings has never been easier. The Universal Audio Sound City Studios plugin offers a range of proven room and microphone setups tailored to different sources. Whether you're recording vocals, drums, guitar, ensembles, or piano, simply choose your desired source and let the plugin handle the rest. From the big reflective sound used on Nirvana's Nevermind to the intimate "wood" corner favoured by Tom Petty, you can access the same setups that were used on some of the most iconic albums in history. Additionally, you can even reposition vintage mics with dynamic room modelling, allowing you to customize your sound and create authentic room sounds beyond the original positions used on chart-topping records.
With the Universal Audio Sound City Studios plugin, you have the power to go beyond historic setups and truly make the studio your own. This plugin features a stunning collection of classic condenser and ribbon mics from renowned brands such as AKG, Neumann, and RCA. What sets this plugin apart is the ability to move these mics in real time, allowing you to achieve authentic room sounds that go beyond the original positions used on famous records. Tailor your recordings to your exact specifications and explore the endless creative possibilities offered by this dynamic room modelling feature.
The centrepiece of Room A since the early '70s, Sound City's iconic console is known for the beautiful colour and tone it imparts on recordings. Now, with the Universal Audio Sound City Studios plugin, you can experience the same magic in your own productions. This plugin offers perfect emulations of the vintage 3-band EQ and compressor found on Sound City's console, allowing you to add that classic analog character and warmth to all of your sources. Whether you're working on vocals, drums, guitar, or any other instrument, the vintage sound of this iconic console will elevate your recordings to new heights.
In addition to the legendary limiting capabilities of the iconic Rev E 1176 compressor, the Universal Audio Sound City Studios plugin offers an exclusive emulation of the Dolby A301 noise reduction system. This multiband EQ/limiter was used and abused by Sound City engineers and has become synonymous with the glossy-to-hyped background vocals and explosive drum sounds heard on decades of hit records. With this secret weapon compression, you can achieve the same professional sound that top artists have relied on for years. Add the perfect amount of punch, control, or subtle dynamics to your tracks and take your mixes to the next level.
To give your tracks that final touch of greatness, the Universal Audio Sound City Studios plugin includes an iconic echo chamber emulation. This natural and open-sounding reverb will add depth and dimension to your recordings, creating the perfect ambience that can be heard on records by the likes of Queens of the Stone Age, Phoebe Bridgers, and Death Cab for Cutie. Fine-tune the ambience of your mix using perfectly placed pairs of dynamic, small-diaphragm condenser, and ribbon mics, and bring your music to life with the same distinct sound that has captivated audiences worldwide.
