Universal Audio releases UAD Software v5.3 (incl. 4K* Channel Strip, UAD 4K Buss Compressor and Cooper Time Cube Mk II)

Universal Audio has announced the release of UAD Software v5.3 along with the Cooper Time Cube Mk II, UAD 4K* Channel Strip and UAD 4K Buss Compressor plug-ins for the UAD platform.

Changes in v5.3:

• All Platforms:
  • New plug-in: UAD 4K Channel Strip.
  • New plug-in: UAD 4K Buss Compressor.
  • New plug-in: UAD Cooper Time Cube Mk II (UAD-2 only).
  • Extra presets are included in installation.
  • Enhanced dialogs when loading authorizations.
  • (UAD Meter) Added key command for "Always On Top" mode.
  • (UAD Meter) Card disable button updates after scrolling in System Information tab.
  • (UAD Meter) Use Host Mode setting works properly in Cubase 4/Nuendo 4.
• RTAS:
  • UAD buffer automatically configures to match audio hardware I/O setting.
  • Mono instances generally use less DSP.
  • Factory presets available in RTAS format.
  • (Mac) Fixed plug-in UI drawing issues under Mac OS 10.5 Leopard.
• UAD-2:
  • New firmware improves overall performance and stability.
  • RE-201 now sonically matches UAD-1 version.
  • Fixed "DSP Load Limit" error with multiple Cambridge EQ instantiations.
  • Fixed Precision EQ "DSP Limit Expired" error when DSP Load Lock is disabled.
  • Fixed intermittent audio corruption and system spiking with Precision De-Esser.
• Windows: Plug-in subfolders are created when UAD presets saved with UAD Toolbar.
• Macintosh: Authorization files can be dragged onto UAD Meter window.

Cooper Time Cube Mk II

The Cooper Time Cube Mk II includes a 14-day fully functional demo and is now available for purchase to UAD-2 owners for $149.

The original Cooper Time Cube was a Duane Cooper and Bill Putnam collaborative design that brought a garden hose-based mechanical delay to the world in 1971. Since then the Cooper Time Cube has achieved cult status as one of the most unique delay lines ever made. The Cooper Time Cube is famous for its short delay and doubling effects and its renowned ability to sit perfectly in the mix. Over the years this quirky device has grown a strong following and finds a home in the most prestigious studios in the world, such as Blackbird and Sunset Sound.

The Cooper Time Cube MkII is a feature-enhanced evolution on the original delay system design. While the plug-in retains the all-important mechanical delay sound of the original hardware, it goes much further by offering all the necessary features expected from a modern delay device: Delay, Decay, Pan and Volume controls plus Tempo Sync and Automation for each of the two independent delay lines.

Cooper Time Cube Mk II Features:

• Originally designed by Duane H. Cooper and Bill Putnam.
• All the vibe of the original, with modern feature enhancements.
• Two delay lines can be set independently and adjusted with Delay, Decay, Pan and Volume.
• Separately adjustable tempo sync for both A & B delay lines.
• "Coils" selection recreates the original sound of the CTC regardless of Delay setting.
• Simple Treble and Bass tone controls, High Pass Filter, Wet solo, and analog-style metering.

Company Commentary: "The Cooper Time Cube Mk II represents Universal Audio's commitment to emulating the most sought after, hard-to find mixing tools and making them available in the DAW environment", said Plug-In Product Manager Will Shanks. "The Cooper Time Cube Mk II faithfully captures the magic of this idiosyncratic garden hose-based mechanical delay but brings it up to speed with all the controls expected in a modern mix tool."

UAD 4K Series Joins the Universal Audio Family of Plug Ins

The UAD 4K Channel Strip is an exacting circuit emulation of the SSL 4000 G+*, complete with the Type E "black knob" four-band EQ widely held to be the favorite in SSL's console lineage. The companion UAD 4K Buss Compressor, with its simple control set and transparent compression characteristics, faithfully models the 4000 G+* buss compressor.

The UAD 4K Channel Strip sells for $249, while the UAD 4K Buss Compressor is available for $199. Each of the UAD 4K plug-ins includes a 14-day fully functional demo and is now available for purchase to UAD-1 and UAD-2 owners.

Features:

• The UAD 4K plug-ins emulate the hit-making sound of the SSL 4000.
• UAD circuit emulation of the 4000 G+ with the beloved Type E "black knob" EQ.
• Flexible channel compressor range from transparent to "in your face".
• Highly responsive channel Gate including "no-chatter" mode derived from later SSL designs.
• Specially tailored buss compressor characteristics ideal for the full mix or subgroups.
• Fixed Attack, Release and Ratio buss compressor settings.

Company Comments: "Universal Audio's UAD 4K plug-ins finally give fans of the SSL large format consoles DAW tools that truly capture the myriad of circuit and sonic details that made the 4000 such a fantastic desk to work on," commented UA Product Manager Will Shanks. "We were happy to meet customer's requests for these amazing tools".