Harrison Audio's Tape Saturator plug-in models two-track machines

A new tape plug-in just dropped with a $29 launch tag, chasing that gritty 1970s studio vibe without touching actual reels.

What Tape Saturator is chasing

• Harrison Audio built the Tape Saturator to mimic two-track machines from the 1970s and 1980s.
• The plug-in layers odd and even harmonics onto incoming audio.
• Low frequencies get thicker, while highs smooth out.
• Subtle tape-style compression helps glue a mix together.

Controls that shape the tone

• A central Drive knob pushes the signal harder into saturation.
• Fidelity lets users swing from clean headroom to crunchy lo-fi.
• Speed options range from 60ips down to 1 7/8ips.
• Flutter, Dropouts, and Hiss recreate classic tape quirks.

Workflow and compatibility details

• Input and output gain controls come with clear metering.
• Presets offer quick access to curated tape flavors.
• Versions support VST, VST3, AU, and AAX formats.
• Windows 10 and macOS 13 or higher are required.

Price and availability

• Tape Saturator is available immediately.
• The intro price sits at $29 as of 19 February 2026.
• Full cost later jumps to $49.
• The deal undercuts many hardware-style saturation tools.