Neve® 1084™ Preamp & EQ
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The classic '70s Neve preamp, with top‑of‑the‑line EQ.
The engine powering a handful of rare Neve 80 series consoles, the Neve 1084 channel amplifier and EQ is a lusted-after audio masterpiece. Its class-A preamp offers signature Neve clarity and character, while its colorful palette of EQ options take it several steps beyond the famed 1073.®
Exclusively for UAD hardware and Apollo interfaces, the Neve 1084 Preamp & EQ plug-in impeccably emulates the luxurious analog character, warmth, and extended colors of this flagship 1970s British channel module.Now You Can:
Get the world’s only authentic plug-in emulation of the classic Neve 1084 channel amplifier and EQ
Harness extended EQ options on vocals, drums, synths, guitars, and more
Texture and EQ your mix with classic Neve tone, including all 10 clipping points from the vintage '70s‑era hardware
Inject "air" or notch out offending frequencies with EQ curves beyond the 1073
Get the full character of the original hardware’s class-A, dual-stage mic preamp with Unison™ technology
Mix with artist presets from Darrell Thorp (Beck, Radiohead) Jimmy Douglass (Pharrell, Timbaland) Joe Chiccarelli (Jason Mraz, Beck), and more
Step Up to a 1084
Not long after the release of the venerable Neve 1073 channel amplifier in 1970, Neve introduced the 1084 — an "upsell" module that featured the same class-A mic/line preamp as the 1073, with the addition of three switchable EQ bands and narrow or wide Q settings. This potent combination offered producers a rainbow of colors, textures, and precision.
The Only End-to-End Neve 1084 Circuit Emulation
The UAD Neve 1084 Preamp & EQ plug-in gives you all the features, unique circuit behaviors, and coveted warmth of Neve's original analog design by thoroughly modeling the dual-stage class‑A "Red Knob" preamp, post-fader output amplifier, and musical EQ filters.
Unison Technology for Apollo Interfaces
Harnessing UA’s groundbreaking Unison technology, the Neve 1084 plug-in captures the hardware’s mic preamp impedance, gain stage “sweet spots,” and circuit behaviors, giving you all the sheen and punch of the original Neve module — with bi-directional control of your Apollo interface's mic preamps.
High-End Heaven
The Neve 1084 Preamp and EQ plug-in expertly captures the vintage hardware's EQ, letting you easily add shimmer and air to vocals, acoustic guitars, drums and synths with the three selectable high band filters (10, 12, and 16 kHz), for a bevy of analog dimension and color.
Add Heft and Weight
Use the Neve 1084 plug-in's mid band to inject muscle and grit to guitars, piano, and strings, or use the selectable Hi Q and shape more surgically. The plug-in's low band lets you tighten up a kick drum, push guitars, or beef up a synth bass. Plus, you can clean up sibilance, hiss, and low-end rumble with selectable high and low cut filters.
Get Chart-Topping Sheen with Any UAD Hardware
Of course, the Neve 1084 Preamp & EQ isn’t just for Apollo owners. UAD hardware owners can use the Neve 1084 plug-in on any mix, shaping your sources with legendary "Neve sound" without ever going outside the box.
Watch The Reviews
“Nothing has the saturation and character of a Neve 1084. And like all UAD plug‑ins, the UAD Neve 1084 Preamp & EQ plug‑in sounds and reacts just like the analog gear.”
– Joey Waronker (Atoms for Peace, Beck, Other Lives)
“The UAD Neve 1084 has all the power and punch of the 1073, but with more top-end frequency choices, making it perfect to use on overheads, acoustic guitars, strings, and vocals.”
– Joe Chiccarelli (Jason Mraz, Beck, The Strokes, Morrissey)
“I use the UAD Neve 1084 Preamp & EQ to bring out presence in instruments and add air to vocals. It gives everything that Neve character that sounds so good.”
– Ivan Barias (Musiq Soulchild, Phony Ppl, Megan Thee Stallion)
“So many classic records have been made with the Neve 1084, and now it’s at your fingertips.”
– Darrell Thorp (Beck, Radiohead, Foo Fighters)
“As a fan and owner of the hardware, I am extremely pleased to have the UAD Neve 1084 Preamp & EQ in the box. UA nailed this coveted EQ/mic preamp.”
– Ross Hogarth (Van Halen, Ziggy Marley, Motley Crue)
“The UAD Neve 1084 Preamp & EQ plug-in makes recording at home a beautiful thing. It sounds absolutely astounding — my Neve collection is now complete.”
– David Isaac (Prince, Marcus Miller, Eric Clapton)
“The UAD Neve 1084 Preamp & EQ combines the flexibility of a full‑featured EQ section with a classic sounding mic preamp that is very intuitive to use.”
– Joel Hamilton (Pretty Lights, Sparklehorse, Rival Schools)Customer Reviews
J. Rodney
October 17, 2020
Love It So Far!
I've only had it for a few days and it has quickly become my fav pre for recording vocals. It's so smooth and the EQ controls allow me to dial in something really nice on voice which is...
Read MoreK. Townsend
October 16, 2020
Well Worth The Coin
If you're asking yourself if it's worth the investment, the answer is 100% yes.
Read MoreN. Emberg
October 15, 2020
Very nice!
I’m happy with my switchover from the apogee duet to the Apollo Twin X. It gives me the ability to utilize a workhorse plugin like the 1084. Thanks UA!...
Read MoreB. Sanders
October 15, 2020
This changed the game!
The Neve 1084 Preamp & EQ is hands down the best sounding preamp I've ever heard! I'm now ready to take on the planet! I went from recording good sounding drum tracks to phenomenal...
Read MoreJ. Bin
October 13, 2020
One of the best plugins ever!
I almost use it on every tracks . Vocals, drums, bass, synth, guitar! It sounds warmer, powerfull , precise and the eq is amazing too! The difference is huge when you activate it! I really...
Read Morej. chan ho
October 11, 2020
Awesome Classic
It's Awesome classic preamp and EQ. Sounds is better Warm and Strong. I like
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Customer Reviews
Neve® 1084™ Preamp & EQ
J. Rodney
Love It So Far!
I've only had it for a few days and it has quickly become my fav pre for recording vocals. It's so smooth and the EQ controls allow me to dial in something really nice on voice which is often a bit harsh when I'm belting. Looking forward to trying it on acoustic & nylon string guitar soon, but right now I'm busy re-singing all my demo vocals on the 1084. I also own the 1073, which I like a lot but not so much on my voice. This one is the ticket!
K. Townsend
Well Worth The Coin
If you're asking yourself if it's worth the investment, the answer is 100% yes.
N. Emberg
Very nice!
I’m happy with my switchover from the apogee duet to the Apollo Twin X. It gives me the ability to utilize a workhorse plugin like the 1084. Thanks UA!
B. Sanders
This changed the game!
The Neve 1084 Preamp & EQ is hands down the best sounding preamp I've ever heard! I'm now ready to take on the planet! I went from recording good sounding drum tracks to phenomenal sounding drum tracks just by adding the 1084. I've always heard about Neve preamps and how great they are. Now that I've heard what they can do for my drums there is zero chance I'm ever going to record without them. Thank you, Universal Audio!
J. Bin
One of the best plugins ever!
I almost use it on every tracks . Vocals, drums, bass, synth, guitar! It sounds warmer, powerfull , precise and the eq is amazing too! The difference is huge when you activate it! I really wanted this plugin and I don’t regret it! Go for it you won’t be disappointed.
j. chan ho
Awesome Classic
It's Awesome classic preamp and EQ.
Sounds is better Warm and Strong. I likeJ. Davis
Sweet!!!!!!
I love this pre for vocals. This with an Apollo & Sphere L22 is all I need.
P. Rackley
Believe the hype
This EQ and pre-amp are phenomenal!!! I see what the rave is. Your tracks just sounds better by having this silky and tight plugin in on your mix. For bass it’s exceptional! I can’t wait to try recording vocals and other instruments with it. Don’t think about it, get it! It’s a tool that every producer should have in their arsenal!!!! Period!!
J. Keenan
TONS of clarity and tightness! Perfect for vocals and acoustic guitar!
I had the demo for only 2 days before I realized I NEEDED this preamp/EQ combo. WOW. Completely brought to life a track I was working on. Added so much brightness to an acoustic without screechy tones that needed to be EQ'd out in post. Just dialed something in, added compression and it was good to go. Hands down my favorite UAD plugin. They absolutely knocked this out of the park!
D. Lee
such an excellent plugin!
I see why people like Neve Preamp. Pleasant air sound at high and solid mid-bass seem to be the reason for choosing it. I love it so far.
M. Haraldsen
Finest one there is!
I've had this for a week or so and I am seriously in love with this! Great as a Unison insert and excellent in a mix. Just buy it. It is perfect!
H. Nakanishi
excellent!!
I really like this plugin in unison. Great!!
B. Owen
excellent
enjoying the sound from the Neve 1084
V. Kotljarow
Neve® 1084™ Preamp & EQ
Excellent ! I'm very happy with the preamp.
Respect Universal Audio !!!A. Russell
The Hype Is True
Let me preface this by saying I'm a songwriter that needs to create reasonable work tapes for my publisher to review prior to an official demo recording. I am not an engineer and prefer easy to use plugins with great presets to get the sound I need. i.e. live recording either guitar or keyboard with vocals, presets to get the sound I'm after without too much tweaking, then a quick master with BX Masterdesk Classic. I do own quite a few UA plugins but only write a glowing review about a few of them...this is one...
The Neve 1084 is an excellent plugin with great presets. I was looking for something new in a preamp (using the V76 since it was released), I demo'd the Manley Voxbox but the gain was really low on my ribbon mic (AEA KU5A, killer vocal mic!). The 1084 with EQ gives a similar sound to the V76 with more depth and air. As well, this is night and day compared to the cheapo Neve preamp (also owned). Got it at 50% off, no question, totally worth it! Definitely will be part of the my vocal chain moving forward, likely my AC guitar chain, and possible my keyboard chain but haven't had a chance to test it out on that yet.S. Saltos
Neve® 1084™ Preamp & EQ
Excellent preamp for vocals...
C. Velandia
possibly my most used plugin
Came from using the 1073 everyday to using the 1084 everyday. What a fantastic tool for your arsenal
J. López Uribe
It's just that NEVE sound, with more options
You can't go wrong with this on vocals
A. Bouillot
Awesome
Amazing plugin, deeply addictive!
Thanks UADA. Berglund
Awesome!
Best vocal plugin ever!
