EMT® 140 Classic Plate Reverberator interface

EMT® 140 Classic Plate Reverberator

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At a Glance

TypeEffect
CategoryReverb
PlatformWiN
DAWAny
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The EMT 140 Classic Plate Reverberator plug-in from Universal Audio recreates the legendary plate reverb that shaped countless iconic recordings. Modeled after three original vintage units and fully endorsed by EMT International, it delivers authentic warmth, presence, and realism that other emulations struggle to match. Choose Plate A or B for the original electronics with untuned plates, or Plate C for a more open, full-frequency sound with added brightness. Beyond damping and filter controls, plug-in-only features like Balance, Width, and Modulation let you tailor the reverb in creative ways—pinpoint a snare, widen strings, or add shimmer to a vocal. It excels on vocals, drums, guitars, and strings, making lead tracks stand out in dense mixes. Ideal for hobby producers seeking classic plate ambience on any system, with or without Apollo hardware.