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CHOW Tape Model
by Chowdhury DSP · Physical-model tape (open source)
Physics-based tape model with hysteresis, wow, flutter and loss. Not modeled on a specific Abbey Road machine.
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Airwindows Consolidated
by Airwindows · All Airwindows effects in one plugin (open source)
Includes several tape-style effects. Minimal interface and no visual feedback.
VST3AUCLAPLV2macOSWindowsLinux
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