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Tapedesk
Console + Tape Machine emulation
- Version
- 1.2.5
- Formats
- VST3 · AU · AAX
- OS
- MacOS · Windows
- Apple Silicon
- Native
- Trial
- Free trial available
Sources: KVR product entry, Compatibility page, Product page· checked Jun 11, 2026
TAPEDESK is a console and tape machine emulation plugin that combines three modeled analog consoles with a 2-inch 24-track tape machine in a single insert. It emulates the full analog mixing signal path, from console preamp through tape recording and playback to the console's stereo bus.
Source: Product page· checked Jun 11, 2026
Key features
- Simulation of three analog consoles (S4000, N80, T88)
- Simulation of a 2-inch 24-track tape machine
- Resizable graphic interface
- Scribble Strips for user notes anywhere on the panel
- Meter calibration at four sensitivity settings
- Low CPU usage suitable for track-wide deployment
- Accurate transformer simulation from the original units
- Presets designed in real mixing sessions
Source: Product page· checked Jun 11, 2026
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| Retailer | Price | Price history | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PluginFox | $179.00 | View at PluginFox → | |
| Audio Deluxe | $179.00 | View at Audio Deluxe → |
DAW compatibility
- Pro Tools
- Logic Pro
- Ableton Live
- FL Studio
- Cubase
- Studio One
- Reaper
- Bitwig
Based on the manufacturer's listed formats and supported hosts. ✓ supported · ? unconfirmed · × unsupported
License
- Purchase
- Perpetual
Sources
- Compatibility page backs formats, OS support, Apple Silicon, daw compatibility checked 2026-06-11
- Product page backs tagline, trial, description, key features checked 2026-06-11
- KVR product entry backs version checked 2026-06-11