Dec 27, 2017 I found J37 was really only decent as a (cool) tape delay effect. And Kramer is a mess sound wise (as is most waves stuff sadly) they just don't compete with modern/better alternatives. No way is J37 better at actual Tape emu than Slate VTM!! J37 is an FX box, VTM is as close to tape as we get in the box (along with very few others). Waves Kramer Master Tape Another plugin by Waves, the Kramer Master Tape is an earlier tape emulator produced before they introduce J37. Kramer Master is modeled on a vintage ¼” reel-to-reel machine and has adjustable controls for bias, wow, flutter and tape speed.
Customer Reviews
Of course it's great!!
It's a WAVES plugin!! Of course it's great!!! Don't play!!
Used on every song
I use the J37 on every track...Great Saturation and additional Classic Abby Road option's captured within this very useful VTM Plugin ..... Another great Waves product !!
Not just for Beatles fans
Of course, being a huge Beatles fan, the Abbey Road label caught my eye. But this Plug-in (on sale as I write) is really a sweet and easy to use way to get that warmth that we miss from the days of tape. Options to select one of three different EMI master tapes, tape speed and bias are just the start. The first thing I did was slap this on some Beatles covers I had recorded in GarageBand, and I immediately smiled when I heard the subtle but clearly discernible difference. Whether you are trying to capture that classic Abbey Road sound, or merely want to add the warmth of tape to your mix, this is a great Plug-in.
Abbey Road Studios J37 Tape Plug-in
The deciding factor for me was the tape delay effects. The presets are great, and it does have the sound of tape.
Versatility
Just running the J37 on default you get a nice sound. So many different ways to use the J37 to get the sound you want. I also own the Kramer Tape, it has it's own unique sound. They both have their place but the J37 is more versatile.
Nice, just what I was looking for.
j37 tape, on point!
Waves Abbey Road Studios J37 Tape Plug-in
Item ID: J37TapeTape Saturation Plug-in with Tape Speed, Bias, Wow, Flutter, Oxide Formula, and Tape Delay Controls - Mac/PC AAX Native, AudioSuite, VST, AU, and SoundGridMore Info...Windows PCAUVSTSoftware Compatibility
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