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Description
Step into the sonic legacy of Abbey Road with the Waves Abbey Road TG Mastering Chain, a game-changing plugin that brings the iconic EMI TG12410 transfer console directly into your digital audio workstation. Revered for its solid-state warmth and precision, this plugin meticulously emulates the console that has been pivotal in shaping countless legendary albums. From Pink Floyd's "The Dark Side of the Moon" to Radiohead's "OK Computer," the TG sound is synonymous with musical excellence.
Designed with flexibility in mind, the TG Mastering Chain features five modular components: Input, Tone (EQ), Compressor/Limiter, Filter, and the exclusive V.A.L (Spread). Each module can be used independently or as part of a customized chain, making it a versatile tool for both mastering and mixing. The plugin's compressor module offers two distinctive modes—Original and Modern—allowing you to recreate the gritty '70s vibe or achieve a clean, modern sound with higher perceived volume.
Enhance your workflow with the intuitive Meter Bridge component, providing real-time access to VU, PPM, Phase, and Peak readings across your session. Whether you're crafting a pristine master mix or adding character to individual tracks, the Abbey Road TG Mastering Chain offers unrivaled processing power with stereo, duo, and M-S processing modes.
Key Features:
- Faithful emulation of the EMI TG12410 transfer console
- Five modular components for flexible use
- Linear-phase sidechain filter with 48 dB/oct steepness
- Stereo, Duo, and MS mode processing
- Stereo/Mono/L/R/M/S monitoring modes
- Meter Bridge component for comprehensive metering
- Unique Compressor/Limiter with Original and Modern modes
- Ideal for both mastering and mixing tasks
Product specs
| Software Type | Mastering Chain Emulation |
| Platform | Mac, PC |
| Upgrade/Full | Full |
| Download/Boxed | Download |
| Bit Depth | 64-bit |
| Format | AAX Native, AU, VST, VST3, SoundGrid (hardware required) |
| Hardware Requirements - Mac | Intel Core i7 or higher (M1 support), 8GB RAM minimum |
| Hardware Requirements - PC | Intel Core i5 / AMD Quad-core or higher (AVX required), 8GB RAM minimum |
| OS Requirements - Mac | macOS 10.15.7 or later |
| OS Requirements - PC | Windows 10 or later (21H2), 64-bit |
FAQs
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What is the Waves Abbey Road TG Mastering Chain used for?
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The Waves Abbey Road TG Mastering Chain is a modular plugin designed for mastering and mixing, emulating the EMI TG12410 Transfer Console used at Abbey Road Studios for rich, analog-style processing.
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Is the Waves Abbey Road TG Mastering Chain compatible with my DAW?
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The Waves Abbey Road TG Mastering Chain supports AAX Native, AU, VST, and VST3 formats, making it compatible with most major DAWs, including Pro Tools, Logic Pro, and Ableton Live.
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What are the system requirements for the Waves Abbey Road TG Mastering Chain on a Mac?
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For Mac, the Waves Abbey Road TG Mastering Chain requires macOS 10.15.7 or later, an Intel Core i7 processor or higher (M1 support included), and a minimum of 8GB RAM.
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Can the Waves Abbey Road TG Mastering Chain be used on Windows?
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Yes, it is compatible with Windows 10 or later (21H2), requiring an Intel Core i5 or AMD Quad-core processor (AVX support needed) and at least 8GB of RAM.
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What makes the Waves Abbey Road TG Mastering Chain unique?
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This plugin offers a faithful emulation of the EMI TG12410 Transfer Console, providing users with vintage analog warmth and precision for mastering and mixing applications.
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Introducing the Abbey Road TG Mastering Chain Plugin
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PROS
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Excellent mid-side processing capabilities for enhanced stereo imaging
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High-quality presets that provide a great starting point for mastering
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Brings analog warmth and character to digital mixes
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Comprehensive all-in-one mastering solution within a single plugin
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Versatile across various music genres, from acoustic to electronic
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Intuitive interface with easy drag-and-drop module reordering
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Useful tone section and tape EQ for adding life to flat mixes
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Modular design allows selective use of desired features
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Offers natural stereo widening with its spreader
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Low CPU usage with live mode for real-time applications
CONS
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Steep learning curve for mastering beginners
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Limiter section may be overly sensitive for some users
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High CPU usage without live mode on less powerful computers
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Waves Abbey Road TG Mastering Chain.
Features and functionality
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The TG Mastering Plugin is praised for its built-in presets that make rough demos sound polished quickly, though real mastering requires more detailed adjustments.
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Some users find the stereo spreader and monitoring section particularly useful, with the tape transfer section aiding in tonal balancing, especially for brightening mixes.
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The VU meter is highlighted as a particularly useful feature within the Abbey Road TG Mastering Chain, even for those who don't use the plugin extensively.
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Software and compatibility
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Users appreciate the ability to purchase outright but note concerns with Waves requiring additional payments for compatibility updates through the Waves Update Plan.
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Comparisons
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Owners suggest the Softube's Chandler Limited Curve Bender and Zener Limiter for a potentially superior alternative to the Waves TG series, though at a higher cost.
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Users frequently compare the Abbey Road TG Mastering Chain unfavorably to Fabfilter and Ozone 9, which are often preferred for their versatility and ease of use.
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Acustica Audio is noted for superior analog simulation, though at a higher cost and with higher resource demands, compared to the Abbey Road TG Mastering Chain.
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Use cases and applications
Critic Reviews
4.5 out of 5
Based on 2 Reviews and 6 Ratings
546
It's okay
I find it too hard to use in an actual master chain, honestly.
I got it thinking it'd be a really cool way to add character to my own mastering, but honestly it just boggled things up more. The first panel, with the tape equalizer was really cool, I've definitely used that a lot to get a more airy sound out of my music, but, well, the 4band EQ is a 4band EQ, the limiter section is nigh impossible to use for me since it's far far far too sensitive for a limiter, and the filter helps if you want to filter out some unnecessary frequencies from your final master.
Definitely won't really use it much anymore, now that I've got other means to master. One side of me thinks I should just learn how the limiter works and work with this, but another part tells me to just save my efforts into using tools I actually know how to use, and learn to hear those better.
Maybe I just don't have the ear for this one yet, I'm not outright not recommending it but... watch out what you're getting into, I suppose.
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regardless of sound there's no way this will replace the sheer pleasure of moving faders that are like giant levers you would expect to see in the aerospace industry or like Dr. No's volcano base....
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@melonadem, you've got genuine musical talent. Whatever EQs your DAW came with are probably plenty to keep cranking out superb tunes. I trust you won't let these emulations of magical vintage whammy-sauce slow your roll too much... there are no answers to be found at the bottom of that rabbit hole... trust me, I've lived there with the rabbits for too long, lol.
546
@pkennethk I agree somewhat, but in this case it was also something I was kinda lacking at the time (or so I thought). FL's default EQ is a bit too imprecise for me (which is why I have a bunch of other EQs that are arguably more limited but better IMO). I just use whatever I'm most comfortable with haha
@jmmarchi1 I can only imagine - haven't had the fortune to use anything like this in person yet! I'm sure it'd be really really cool if I ever do..
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@melonadem interesting re: FL's EQs. I own FL, but only because I bought it in like 2001, and FL is forever. I literally haven't tried the EQs in it since I switch to Mac in the late '00s. You know what you're doing re: all these plugins, of course, your results speak for themselves.
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