WABI-SABI
TAPE MACHINE
侘寂・テープマシン
Tape character. Down to the imperfections.
Wabi-Sabi combines tape saturation and compression with pitch movement, delay, and reverse. Add weight to a recording, soften sharp peaks, or reshape a part with worn textures and backward motion.
Subtle. Musical. Timeless.
WEIGHT AND COLOR
Shape the saturation, from subtle harmonic color to a more driven sound.
SOFTER PEAKS
Control sharp transients and adjust how the compression responds.
MOVEMENT AND TEXTURE
Introduce pitch drift, flutter, and wear in the amounts you choose.
DELAY AND REVERSE
Explore tape delay and backward textures within the same plugin
CONTROL THE BALANCE
Bypass individual sections and blend the processing with your original signal.
Features
INPUT FILTERS
Trim low and high frequencies before the tape processing to shape the signal entering the effect.
PLAYHEAD CONTROL
Choose from four tape-speed settings and adjust the playback character with Smear, Tilt and Reverse.
WOW / FLUTTER
Add slow pitch drift or faster flutter. Adjust their rates and depths independently, then introduce variation for less predictable movement.
TAPE DELAY
Set the delay time and amount to add space around a part or introduce a distinct rhythmic effect.
BROKEN
Introduce the noise and uneven response of aged tape, with adjustable intensity and variation.
REVERSE
Create backward textures for fills, transitions, and more experimental parts.
DRIVE
Shape the amount and character of saturation with dedicated drive, saturation, and bias controls. Move from light harmonic color to more pronounced distortion.
COMPRESSION
Control peaks and shape the envelope with adjustable compression, attack, and release.
WEAR
Add intermittent dropouts and damaged-tape textures. Control how strongly and how often they interrupt the sound.
HEAR THE DIFFERENCE
FAQ
How do I authorize the plugin after purchase?
You will receive a serial number that you paste into the plugin to authorize it
Can I try a demo of Wabi Sabi?
Yes, you can download a 14 day limited trial here.
DAW/OS compatibility
macOS: 10.15+, Intel and Apple Silicon (native).
Windows: 8.1 or newer. (May work on Windows 7 but not officially supported).
DAWs: Major DAWs that support 64-bit VST3, AAX, or AU.
What is your refund policy on plugins?
Wabi Sabi has a free, 14-day demo for you to try the plugin before you buy it, ensure you like it, and that it is compatible with your system.
No refunds will be offered after purchase.
System Requirements
macOS: 10.15+, Intel and Apple Silicon (native).
Windows: 8.1 or newer. (May work on Windows 7 but not officially supported).
DAWs: Major DAWs that support 64-bit VST3, AAX, or AU.
Add the soul of tape to your sound
Wabi-Sabi Tape Machine is available now for $49.
Hear it on your own tracks. Download the 14-day trial.