Arturia Delay TAPE-201 Saturated Tape Echo Software

Arturia 1090-74 Overview

Available to download, the Artuia Delay TAPE-201 models a classic tape delay from the 1970s, one designed to give guitarists and electric-organists a warm yet exciting sound to use on the stage or in the studio. The original made use of 1/4" tape in a continuous loop to give players versatile control over multiple delay patterns. This often resulted in the creation of multiple rhythmic grooves, all of which could be tweaked in a tone. The unit had an integrated spring reverb as well.

With TAE modeling technology, Arturia has authentically emulated this kind of unit right down to the adjustable tape speed, which can create haunting pitch changes as you modulate/automate the parameter in your DAW. You can also tweak the input equalizer and modulate the controls of the reverb. Drive it hard for an analog-style vintage saturation, or use it subtly. Also, you can modulate it all with an LFO sporting 16 possible destinations.

The plug-in offers extensive presets as well as built-in tutorials to get you up and running in no time at all. This plug-in is compatible with Mac and Windows operating systems. It will work in AU, VST2, VST3, NKS, and AAX Native formats.

Key Features at a Glance

• Virtual recreation of the classic tape echo
• Accurate modeling of the electronic circuits and tape behavior, thanks to TAE and Phi
• Features 3 delay tape heads and a reverb tank
• Combine tank and tape heads in 12 different ways
• Choose among 3 delay types (Left/Right, Ping-Pong, or Mid/Side)
• Processing in stereo with independent repeat time
• Sync repeat rates to the host tempo
• Stereo tools to control spatial width
• Input equalizer with low-pass, high-pass, and peak filters
• Envelope follower for dynamic modulation and rythmic effetcs
• Additional LFO with 16 possible destinations
• Resizable window
• Integrated tutorials