Press Release
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New UAFX Pedals Bring Timeless Reverb, Delay, and Compression Effects to More Guitarists
—Orion Tape Echo, 1176 Studio Compressor, Heavenly Plate Reverb & Evermore Studio Reverb combine UA's unmatched sonic authenticity with simple operation in compact new pedal design —
SCOTTS VALLEY, CA • AUGUST 22, 2023 — Universal Audio Inc. (UA), a worldwide leader in audio production tools including the popular Apollo and Volt audio interfaces, UAD plug-ins, and UA microphones, is proud to introduce four new compact effects pedals to the award-winning UAFX lineup.
Built upon powerful UAFX processing and UA’s world-leading analog modeling, the new Orion Tape Echo, 1176 Studio Compressor, Heavenly Plate Reverb and Evermore Studio Reverb single-footswitch stompboxes empower guitarists to create immersive soundscapes with unmatched sonic authenticity and ease of use.
Key Features:
- Authentic emulation of a vintage Maestro Echoplex EP-III tape echo in a compact stompbox*
- Perfectly captured analog preamp for fat, boosted tones and effects
- Selectable Mint, Worn, and Old tape types for added color and texture
- Wonk control for modulated repeats and vibey tape splice sounds
- Selectable true/buffered bypass, preamp on/off
- Timeless UA design and craftsmanship, built for years of reliable performance
Key Features:
- Authentic emulations of three vintage studio plate reverbs sourced from The Plant Studio
- Selectable Vintage Bright, Vintage Dark, and Modern Full plate settings for endless reverb textures
- Mod, Pre Delay, EQ controls for detailed effect sculpting
- Selectable true/buffered bypass, analog dry through
- Timeless UA design and craftsmanship, built for years of reliable performance
Key Features:
- Authentic emulation of a vintage digital studio hardware, in a compact stompbox
- Bit-for-bit emulations of iconic Room, Small Hall, or Large Hall programs
- Vintage-correct Bass, Mid, and Treble decay controls
- Mod control for lush, grainy "early-digital" textures
- Selectable true/buffered bypass, short/long pre delay, analog dry through
- Timeless UA design and craftsmanship, built for years of reliable performance
Key Features:
- Authentic emulation of the 1176LN Limiting Amplifier in a compact stompbox
- Single, Dual, and Sustain modes for decades of classic guitar effects
- Input, Output, Attack, and Release settings true to original 1176 hardware
- Ratio knob includes infamous “all buttons in” mode for squashed, gritty textures
- Parallel compression mode, true/buffered bypass
- Timeless UA design and craftsmanship, built for years of reliable performance
Learn more about UAFX guitar pedals:
uaudio.com/guitar-pedals.html
Download images and press materials:
u.audio/uafx-summer-2023
Learn more about Orion Tape Echo:
uaudio.com/guitar-pedals/orion-tape-echo.html
Learn more about Heavenly Plate Reverb:
uaudio.com/guitar-pedals/heavenly-plate-reverb.html
Learn more about Evermore Studio Reverb:
uaudio.com/guitar-pedals/evermore-studio-reverb.html
Learn more about 1176 Studio Compressor:
uaudio.com/guitar-pedals/1176-studio-compressor-pedal.html
About Universal Audio Inc.
Universal Audio (UA) is a pioneer in audio and music production tools, with a rich 60-year history of craftsmanship and innovation. UA today enables millions of audio and music creators worldwide, with industry‑standard Apollo and Volt recording interfaces, UAD plug‑ins, UAFX pedals, advanced audio machine learning, LUNA recording suite, and UA Custom Shop hardware. UA is headquartered in Scotts Valley, California, with passionate employees worldwide — united by our goal of "Inspiring Sound for Generations."