Universal Audio Sound City Studios

• authentic studio atmosphere with the characteristic sound of the legendary Sound City Studios directly into your home or project studio. Perfect for rock, pop, indie, folk and many other genres
• Real-time positioning of classic microphones such as AKG, Neumann and RCA to create individual room sounds. Give your tracks more depth and character
• British studio console with faithful emulation of the bespoke console, featuring a 3-band EQ and bus compressor for analog warmth and precision
• legendary reverb chamber for unmistakable depth and atmosphere, inspired by productions such as Queens or the Stone Age and Phoebe Bridgers. Precisely matched microphone pairs further refine the sound
• Dolby A301 multiband EQ/limiter with the first emulation of this versatile tool for velvety vocals or explosive drums. Straight from the creative techniques of Sound City engineers
• Proven microphone setups for iconic sounds like Nirvana's "Nevermind" or Tom Petty's intimate wooden corner. Easily create the perfect sound character for your music
• optimized guitar recordings through precisely placed cabinets and room microphones for powerful, dense and dynamic guitar sounds
• intuitive operation with a user-friendly interface that allows for quick adjustments and creative experimentation no complicated settings, just direct results
• Versatile applications for drums, guitars, vocals, synthesizers and more. Easily adapt your production to any genre and style
• professional studio sound for your project or home studio that takes your music to a new Level and delivers a distinctive, timeless sound

Note: This product is supplied as a license code. No box, no data carrier or similar. Please check compatibility with your system, registration, download etc. on the manufacturer's website BEFORE purchasing. Registered software cannot be exchanged.

Immerse yourself in the legendary sound of Sound City Studios

Place your instruments and vocals in the famous Studio A: Bring your drums, guitars, vocals and more directly into the iconic recording room of Sound City Studios and give them the unmistakable sound that has made music history.

Transform your tracks with vintage microphones: Use a carefully curated collection of vintage microphones used on countless hit songs to add warmth and character to your recordings.

Perfect your guitar sounds: Achieve pristine guitar tonescapes with optimally placed cabinets and mic setups tuned by expert engineers.

Conquer the sound of the iconic 70s console: Get the authentic sound of a bespoke British studio console with 3-band EQ and inline compression, based on the legendary centerpiece of Sound City Studios.

Enhance your tracks with analog outboard gear: Compress and shape your tracks with a collection of analog classics, including the mysterious "Dolby A" effects, the powerful 1176 limiter and much more.

Immerse yourself in the lush Reverb of the studio: Place your sources in the luxurious reverb chamber of Sound City Studios to achieve a deep, spacious sound that will make your productions unmistakable.

A historic sound space

The legendary Studio A at Sound City Studios is the cradle of hundreds of world-famous hits. With original multitrack recordings made directly in Sound City Studios, the unmistakable, authentic character of this studio has been faithfully captured - including all its charming idiosyncrasies.

Thanks to theexpert guidance of the sound engineers who used this room on a daily basis, every setup has been faithfully reconstructed. So you can effortlessly bring your productions into the same environment where musical magic was created and music history was written.

Be inspired by the unique sound that has created legends.

Find your perfect sound effortlessly

Simply choose your sound source - or vocals, drums, guitars, ensembles or piano - and use proven room and microphone setups inspired by legendary recordings. From the powerful, reflective sound that characterized Nirvana's "Nevermind" to the warm, intimate atmosphere of Tom Petty's famous "Wooden Corner", everything is at your disposal.

As a highlight, you can even re-mic your guitars and choose from a selection of optimally placed cabinets and room microphones to refine your sound down to the last detail. or big and bombastic or small and intimate - with these tools you can easily find the perfect sound for any production.

Reposition vintage microphones with dynamic room modeling

Experience the freedom to go beyond historical setups and customize your sound space to your liking. With an impressive collection of classic condenser and ribbon microphones from renowned brands such as AKG, Neumann and RCA , you can change your microphone positions in real time.

Thanks to dynamic room modeling, you can achieve authentic soundscapes that go far beyond the original, chart-worthy microphone placements. Whether you want an intimate, focused sound or a wide, reflective acoustic, this technology gives you full control over your Mix and brings vintage charm right into your studio.

Discover a legendary bespoke British console

Since the early 1970s, Studio A 's bespoke console has been the sonic centerpiece of Sound City Studios. It gave every recording an incomparably warm, analog character and shaped countless musical masterpieces.

Now you can bring that same satisfying, analog sound to your productions with perfect emulations of the classic British 3-band EQ and a powerful bus compressor. or drums, vocals, guitars or synths, these tools will add the timeless warmth and definition that made Studio A famous to all your sound sources.

Compress, Gate or give your tracks "air" with a secret compression tool

In addition to the legendary limiting function of the iconic Rev E 1176 compressor, Sound City Studios brings you a groundbreaking first: the first emulation of the Dolby A301 noise reduction system. Originally developed as a multiband EQ/limiter, this tool has been creatively repurposed by Sound City Studios engineers to achieve unique sonic effects.

With this secret weapon tool you can take your productions to a new Level level. Achieve silky, glossy to strikingly emphasized background vocals or give your drums an explosive energy. This versatile tool captures the sound that has been heard on countless hits for decades and now makes it available directly in your Studio.

Give your tracks chart-topping atmosphere with an iconic reverb chamber

Put the icing on the cake of your productions with the same natural, open reverb that artists like Queens or the Stone Age, Phoebe Bridgers, Death Cab for Cutie and many others have used for their hits. This legendary reverb chamber adds depth, space and an unparalleled sonic dimension to your tracks , bringing your songs to life.

In addition, you can refine the atmosphere of your room by choosing from perfectly placed microphone pairs - from dynamic to small diaphragm condenser microphones to classic ribbon microphones. This combination allows you to create the perfect mix of natural room sound and creative reverb to elevate your productions to a professional level Level.