AIR Tape Echo

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Tape Echo is an analog-modeled delay effect inspired by the classic Roland RE-501 Chorus Echo. It recreates the sound and behavior of vintage tape echo processing while extending t he workflow with modern synchronization, modulation, and stereo control features. The plug-in includes multiple tape head configurations, BPM synchronization with natural timing variation, and a joggable playhead for hands-on delay manipulation. A dedicated preamp section offers Dirty, Clean, and Warm tonal modes, while additional chorus and spring reverb sections provide expanded spatial processing capabilities. Tape Echo also models the imperfections associated with vintage tape hardware, including motor drift, tape noise, and signal dropouts. Additional tone shaping controls, stereo offset adjustment, and flexible wet/dry mixing make it suitable for classic delay textures as well as experimental sound design applications. The plug-in supports MPC Standalone, MPC Desktop, and all major DAWs in VST, AU, and AAX formats. Key Features Analog-modeled tape echo inspired by the Roland RE-501 Chorus Echo Multiple tape head delay configurations BPM synchronization with natural timing variation Joggable tape playhead control Dirty, Clean, and Warm preamp character modes Integrated chorus and spring reverb sections Bass and treble tone shaping controls Motor drift, dropout, and tape noise simulation Stereo offset and dry/wet mix controls Compatible with MPC Standalone, MPC Desktop, and major DAWs Available in VST, AU, and AAX formats Show more