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Chow Tape Model
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Chow Tape Model

Chow Tape Model is a digital plugin that emulates the sound and behavior of a reel-to-reel analog tape machine, delivering classic warmth, saturation, and lo-fi character.

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What’s New?

2.11.4

First release of Chow Tape Model on MuseHub.

Description

Chow Tape Model is a versatile tape saturation plugin that digitally emulates the sound and behavior of reel-to-reel analog tape machines. Originally designed to model the Sony TC-260, its algorithm has since evolved to simulate a wide variety of tape characteristics—from subtle warmth to extreme tape degradation. Developed as part of a Stanford University research project, the plugin combines academic rigor with musical flexibility.

Flexible Tape Emulation: Simulates a wide range of reel-to-reel machines, from clean to broken
Tape Saturation & Degradation: Add warmth, compression, and character to any signal
Extensive Modulation Options: Control parameters like bias, drive, noise, and flutter for detailed shaping
Stereo Processing Support: Ideal for mastering or creative stereo imaging effects
Creative Lo-Fi Effects: Perfect for adding tape wobble, hiss, and character to beats and melodies

Reviews

2.11.4

Absolutely exactly as described! All the presets are really nice and it's fun to mess around with too. I'm definitely going to be using it all the time.

thankful-cockroach182

Comes with a whole lot of cool presets that can emulate everything from mild, warm saturation to extremely damaged cassettes. I can't believe it's free.

parallel-panda636
Platforms
macOSWindows
Rating
100%
Version
2.11.4
Released
2025

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