Experience the warmth and depth of vintage analog sound with the Wave Arts Tube Saturator 2. This plugin is your ultimate tool for adding rich harmonic saturation to your digital audio, thanks to its super accurate circuit simulation technology. Modeled after classic tube preamplifiers, it offers two common cathode preamp stages and the ability to switch between 12AX7 and 12AU7 tube models, allowing you to explore diverse tonal landscapes from subtle warmth to full-on distortion.

The Tube Saturator 2's Baxandall 3-band EQ can be positioned either before or after the saturation stage, providing you with flexible tonal shaping options. Whether you're mixing vocals, guitars, or electronic tracks, the EQ and saturation circuits can be independently bypassed, giving you full control over your sound design. For further sonic refinement, engage the 2x oversampling mode to attenuate any aliased distortion harmonics, ensuring a pristine audio output.

The user-friendly interface features wet/dry mix control for seamless blending of processed and original signals, and the analog-style metering ensures precise monitoring. With its low latency and support for up to 192 kHz sampling rate, Tube Saturator 2 is as efficient as it is powerful, making it a must-have in any musician's digital toolkit.

Key Features:

• Accurate tube preamp simulation with circuit technology
• Two-stage preamplifier with switchable 12AX7 and 12AU7 tubes
• Baxandall 3-band EQ with pre/post saturation positioning
• Drive control for distortion adjustment
• High-quality 2x oversampling mode
• Wet/dry mix control
• Analog-style metering
• No latency
• Supports up to 192 kHz sampling rate
• Mono or stereo configuration
• Compatible with hosts that support audio plugins
• Requires Pace/iLok account for licensing, with iLok or machine authorization options

Product specs

FAQs

What is the primary function of the Wave Arts Tube Saturator 2?

The Wave Arts Tube Saturator 2 is designed to emulate the warm, harmonic-rich sound of tube saturation, enhancing audio with subtle distortion and depth, ideal for adding character to digital recordings.

Is the Wave Arts Tube Saturator 2 compatible with my DAW?

The Tube Saturator 2 supports AAX, VST2, VST3, and AU formats, making it compatible with most major DAWs on both Mac and PC platforms.

What are the system requirements for running the Wave Arts Tube Saturator 2 on a Mac?

To run Tube Saturator 2 on a Mac, you need OS X 10.8.5 or later and an Intel Core 2 Duo processor or higher. Note that Apple M1 is not supported.

Can I use the Wave Arts Tube Saturator 2 in a high-resolution project?

Yes, the Tube Saturator 2 supports sampling rates up to 192 kHz, making it suitable for high-resolution audio projects.

Does the Wave Arts Tube Saturator 2 introduce latency into my audio processing?

No, the Tube Saturator 2 operates with zero latency, ensuring seamless integration into your audio processing chain without timing issues.