AudioThing Type A

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Unlock the full potential of your sound with the AudioThing Type A, a vintage enhancer plugin inspired by the renowned Dolby® A Trick technique. This innovative software emulates the encode stage of a classic noise reduction system, dynamically boosting the high frequencies of your tracks without altering their harmonic content. The Type A's ability to add presence and air to any signal makes it a must-have tool for musicians and audio engineers seeking a natural, artifact-free enhancement.

Dive deep into your mix with the plugin's intuitive interface, where you can fine-tune each band’s volume, manage compression attack and release, and control noise levels. The plugin expertly splits the input signal into four overlapping bands, applying tailored compression to each. This ensures that quieter sounds gain brightness while louder sounds retain their original character, offering a seamless blend with the dry signal.

Originally designed to reduce tape noise, the technique behind Type A was ingeniously repurposed by engineers to enhance recordings, earning it nicknames like the Vocal Trick and the “John Lennon mod.” With the Type A, you can achieve this legendary sound with modern precision, making it perfect for vocals, guitars, and more.

Key Features:

Multi-band Compressor with 4 Bands
Adjustable Unit Noise
Oversample up to 16x
Resizable Window
Preset system with randomizer
Light and Dark UI mode

System Requirements:

Windows: Windows 7-11, 2GHz CPU, 4 GB RAM, VST2, VST3, AAX, CLAP (64-bit)
Mac: OS X 10.13 – macOS 13, Apple Silicon Native (Universal 2 Binary), 2GHz CPU, 4 GB RAM, VST2, VST3, AU, AAX, CLAP (64-bit)

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Type A is compared to Overloud Dopamine for tape encode tricks, but specific cartridge correspondence remains unclear.
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Purchasing Type A through a reseller like Plugin Boutique still allows for easy registration and access to discounts on AudioThing’s website.
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