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UAD Enigmatic '82 Overdrive Special Amp
UAD Enigmatic '82 Overdrive Special Amp
UAD Enigmatic '82 Overdrive Special Amp
UAD Enigmatic '82 Overdrive Special Amp
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UAD Enigmatic '82 Overdrive Special Amp

The amp behind the legends. In your DAW.

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  • Authentic Overdrive Special Tones. Get the same boutique amp tones made famous by Stevie Ray Vaughan, Carlos Santana, Joe Bonamassa, and more*
  • Amp Models from Every Era. Dial in any D-style sound across four decades, from clean to crunch
  • Deep Customization. Mix and match power sections, tone stacks, and the legendary HRM mod to create an amp that’s uniquely yours
  • 9 Curated Cab and Mic Setups. Get mix-ready tones without setting up mics or hiring a studio assistant
  • Pro Artist Settings. Explore 40+ presets from Joey Landreth, Megan Lovell, Daniel Donato, and more

Runs natively on your macOS or Windows computer without UA hardware. View full system requirements.

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Fewer Than 300 Amps Were Built. Now They’re in Your DAW.

We sourced the best ODS amps available, capturing early Santa Cruz models to later versions heard on famous LA sessions. And now they’re yours to enjoy, without the six-figure price tag.

Enjoy Four Decades of D-Style Tones

Whether you favor intricate chord work or expressive lead playing, you’ll instantly find that classic ODS sound that responds to every nuance of your playing and cuts right through the mix.

Create Your Own Custom ODS Amp

Use the UAD Enigmatic ’82 plug-in in Custom Mode to tweak your own ODS circuit. Start with four classic output tube and power supply setups, and select your favorite era of tone stack EQ. Then add the famed Hot Rubber Monkey mod to get world-famous overdrive and compression.

Explore 9 Classic Mic and Speaker Pairings

We curated the mic and speaker combinations in UAD Enigmatic ’82 based on classic studio setups. You can explore 1x12” and 4x12” cabinets paired with vintage ribbon, condenser, and dynamic mics at the ready — no studio assistant necessary.

Rock with Presets from Joey Landreth, Daniel Donato, Megan Lovell, and More

Each of the presets in UAD Enigmatic ’82 was dialed in by pros who have actually played through the real thing. Whether you’re tracking blues, country, or something that doesn’t have a name yet, you’ll discover settings to inspire every session.

What They Say

UAD Enigmatic '82 lets me bring my stage sound to my recordings and back again. Clean tones, beautiful crunch — it makes every guitar sound like the best version of itself.

Brian Robert Jones

Paramore, Vampire Weekend

UAD Enigmatic ‘82 is incredibly responsive and dynamic — not something you expect from a virtual amp. Paired with the 4x12 cab and ribbon mic off-axis, I get clear, chimey tones. The included FX chain is the cherry on top.

Butch Walker

(Fall Out Boy, Train, Green Day)

UA has gotten crazy good at bringing “unobtanium” gear to the rest of us. The UAD Enigmatic ‘82 is a quick, easy way into that touch-sensitive, blooming harmonic territory. It’s ‘special’ indeed.

Scott Holiday

Rival Sons

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Frequently Asked Questions

No. These plug-ins run natively on your computer. No UA hardware is required.
Yes, 14-day plug-in demos are available. Find eligible plug‑ins
We provide three activations per license. We support activation on your computer or on an iLok USB key.
Native plug-ins are supported on macOS and Windows systems. See our Native UAD System Requirements article for full system requirements. An iLok account is required for managing your native plug-in licenses. We support iLok USB keys for portability, but one is not required.
Check our Knowledge Base for additional questions

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*Use of artist names does not constitute endorsement of UAD Enigmatic ‘82 Overdrive Special Amp.