Universal Audio has introduced a native plugin version of its recent dynamic enhancer effect, previously only available for Apollo and UAD hardware.
The A-Type Multiband Dynamic Enhancer plugin is an authentic emulation of the multiband “compansion” processor that was originally used to reduce tape hiss in professional multitrack studios.
Unlock the enhancement tricks used for decades by pro engineers and producers. The first and only end-to-end emulation of the vintage multiband “compansion” processor found in some of the world’s biggest studios, Universal Audio’s A-Type UAD plug-in unlocks the presence and top end sizzle that’s perfect for pushing vocals and instruments straight to the front of your mix.
A-Type Multiband Dynamic Enhancer features
- Add the iconic Air, Excite, and Expand effects used on vocal recordings by Queen, Stevie Wonder, The Cars, Fleetwood Mac, and more.
- Get the only end‑to‑end A‑Type emulation, built for flawless latency‑free tracking and mixing with Apollo interfaces.
- Engage Crush and Gated modes to get gritty analog textures or classic ’80s gated effects on drums and instruments.
- Go far beyond the original hardware with the circuit mods panel, giving you custom expansion to transient shaping, subharmonic effects, and more.
Available in VST3, AU and AAX plugin formats for Windows and Mac, A-Type is priced $199 USD at Plugin Boutique and from the Universal Audio store.
