Tube Saturation Generator
Warm up your vocals with Antares’ world-renowned analog tube modeling technology.
Nothing warms up a vocal track, or, in fact, pretty much any track, like being recorded through a high quality analog tube preamplifier. And thanks to our WARM EVO Tube Saturation Generator, you can add this gorgeous tube warmth to every track of your mix without having to take out a second mortgage for a bank of exotic preamps.
WARM offers the choice of two different tube models: Velvet Tube models the subtle effects of classic tube saturation. While most often useful for adding warmth to vocals, it’s just as useful for acoustic guitar, horns, strings, synth pads, in fact pretty much anything.
The Crunch Tube models the deep, warm distortion of an overdriven tube amplifier. You can also crank it up for that “industrial” vocal sound or as an effect for electric guitar, bass, or synths.
Finally, WARM’s unique OmniTube function allows the application of the tube effect to the entire signal (as opposed to only the transients, as is typically the case with a tube preamp).
And since WARM is extremely DSP efficient, you can use it on an almost unlimited number of tracks simultaneously. Which is great, since once you start using WARM, you’re going to want it on almost everything.
WARM is an easy-to-use plug-in that accurately models the sonic effects of recording audio through a high-quality analog tube preamplifier.
Bring Up the Heat
Generate the warming effects of classic tube saturation. While optimized for adding warmth to vocals, it sounds just as good on guitar, horns, strings, synth pads, or pretty much anything.
Distortion Goes Deep
Crunch tube gives you the deep, warm distortion of an overdriven tube amplifier. You can crank it up for an “industrial” vocal sound, or as an effect on guitar, bass, or synths.
Saturate Everything
Warm’s unique Omni Tube feature lets you apply tube saturation to the entire signal, instead of just the transients, as is typically the case with a tube preamp.
Apply Liberally
And since Warm is extremely DSP efficient, you can use it on an almost unlimited number of tracks simultaneously. Once you start using Warm, you’re going to want it on almost everything.
Warm Key Features
- The warmth of classic tube saturation
- Adds warmth to vocals or instruments
- Produce the deep distortion of an overdriven amplifier
- Saturate the entire signal, not just the transients
- Extremely DSP efficient
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Warm?
Auto-Tune’s Warm is a highly DSP-efficient tube saturation plug-in, meaning you can use it on a multitude of tracks simultaneously. Furthermore, its intuitive interface and dynamic Drive control let you adjust the saturation levels and track volume in real-time. Warm recreates the authentic effect of an analog tube or a high-end mic preamp directly in your DAW. The two saturation models—Velvet and Crunch—can be easily fine-tuned to satisfy the needs of audio engineers and music producers across all genres.
What is a tube saturation plug-in?
A saturation plug-in brings the analog tube vibe into the digital realm, with the typical warm effect of vintage preamps that can add depth and color to vocals, guitars, and even string instruments. A tube saturation plug-in is a must-have for all kinds of music producers because it adds an authentic, analog feel to your tracks and creates a more cohesive, enveloping soundscape.
How does Auto-Tune’s Warm work?
The Input gain on the left side of the plug-in window gives you control over the track’s volume before it hits the tube, while the Output gain allows you to adjust the instrument’s volume after the plug-in is applied. Regulating the output signal is fundamental as the saturation plug-in will naturally increase the track’s volume, and clips might occur. There are two models of analog tube saturation: Velvet and Crunch. The former provides a more subtle saturation, ideal for vocals and string instruments, whereas the latter is suitable for adding a thicker distortion to an electric guitar. Finally, with the Drive control, you can adjust the amount of tube saturation. When applying Warm, make sure you regulate the Drive and Output controls as you increase the saturation level: a rule of thumb is that the higher the Drive, the lower the Output. While with traditional tube preamps, the saturation affects mainly the transient peaks, you can apply saturation to the entire audio signal by selecting Omni Tube.
Description
System Requirements
Warm requires an iLok (not included).
Mac
AAX Native
- Pro Tools 2018.1 or later
- macOS 10.14 to 12.x as required by your version of Pro Tools
VST 3
- A compatible VST host program that supports VST3 format
- macOS 10.14 to 12.x as required by your host
Audio Units
- A compatible host program that supports the Audio Units format.
- macOS 10.14 to 12.x as required by your host
Windows
AAX Native (64 and 32-bit)
- Pro Tools 2018.1 or later
- Windows 10 and 11
VST 3
- A compatible host program that supports the VST3 format.
- Windows 10 and 11