UAD Spotlight: Tips for Mixing with UAD Channel Strip Plug-Ins
Learn how to get the most out of UAD plug-ins for your mixes.
Ever wonder which UAD channel strips fit your workflow best? You’re not alone — it’s a question we hear from music makers all the time. Channel strips are a go-to tool for shaping tone and keeping your mix moving.
In this UAD Spotlight video, learn how to use every UAD channel strip plug-in. You’ll get an inside look on analog console classics like the Neve 1073, 88RS, and SSL 4000. We also highlight tube favorites like the Avalon VT-737 and Manley VOXBOX, and precision digital options like the AMS Neve DFC Channel Strip.
Along the way, get 10 tips and tricks you can start using right away. Learn how to swap EQ types inside the API Vision Channel Strip, unlock hidden gain staging features in Apollo, and even combine classic Neve EQs with vintage compressors to create your own custom channel strip in LUNA.
00:00 - Intro
00:47 - What IS a Channel Strip?
02:00 - SSL 4K E Channel Strip
03:07 - API Vision Channel Strip
04:06 - Neve 88RS
05:04 - Neve DFC
06:18 - UAD Century Channel Strip
06:55 - Avalon 737 Channel Strip
07:48 - Manly VoxBox
08:41 - UAD LA 6176
09:30 - UA Precision Channel Strip
11:02 - Classic Neve Channel Strips
12:28 - Bonus Tip for Apollo Users
— UA Staff
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