VPRE-73

Vintage preamp emulation

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VPRE-73 Manual

Supported formats

AAX plugin support VST plugin support VST3 plugin support Audio Unit plugin support

Supported platforms (32/64 bit)

Requirements

MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS (MAC)

  • Intel Core CPU or Apple SIlicon M+ Processor
  • 1GB of RAM
  • Mac OSX 10.10 or newer (M1/M2 supported)
  • VST, VST3, AU or AAX compatible host (64bit)
  • Display resolution of 1280x1024 pixels or more

MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS (WINDOWS)

  • SSE2 compatible processor (Intel Core CPU recommended)
  • 1GB of RAM
  • Windows 7 or newer
  • VST, VST3 or AAX (x64) compatible host
  • Display resolution of 1280x1024 pixels or more
 

Overview

The VPRE-73 plug-in is inspired by one of the most classic preamps in recording studio history. While streamlining the original processor, we did our best to bring you an authentic emulation of the discrete preamp circuitry and audio transformers, but also retained the famous high shelf filter band. The VPRE-73 provides you with the low-end magic, the high-end sparkle and just the right amount of THD required to recreate a unique and classic vibe.

Features

Authentic circuit emulation

Our real time SPICE type component based circuit simulation approach allows to authentically capture the sound and feel of the analog counterpart in all nuances. Every crucial part of the circuit, including the input and output audio transformers, the discrete preamp circuit, as well as the HF shelving filter band have been faithfully modeled.

SSE2 optimized code

DSP operations are pipe-lined using the SSE2 instruction set. This ensures highest possible performance operation despite very complex computations.

Auto-adjusted oversampling for maximum audio transparency

Aliasing artifacts are efficiently attenuated using a low latency linear phase Dolph-Chebyshev poly-phase design. The oversampling is auto adjusted to your session‘s sample rate to save valuable CPU power while offering the most transparent sound possible.

HighDPI / Retina support

All our plug-Ins support high pixel density on Mac OSX and Windows to bring you the most enjoyable user experience on high DPI displays. Please refer to your manual to find whether your DAW is HighDPI capable if you‘re working on Windows.

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Customer Reviews

5
Warm and Smooth! by Sebastien M (2025-10-09)

"Love how the VPRE-73 adds warmth and character without overdoing it. It makes vocals and guitars sound fuller and more alive. Super easy to use and just sounds great every time!"

5
Taste the Neve by Billy T (2025-10-09)

"Love this pre-amp emulation. If you're looking to pep up a sound in your mix, it adds a touch of character and delivers a smooth, silky top-end that truly enhances the overall tone. And VST3 now!!"

5
MAGIC !!! by ytrezaxxx (2025-10-09)

"With this plugin everything become "crystal clear and powerful" : i don't know how it's work but... It's Magic Vibe in a second !"

5
The Neve Sound by Thabiso Sothoane (2025-10-09)

"This is probably the best NEVE preamp sounding emulation I've come across, and trust me, I've tried many, many I could honestly get my hands on. Now I use it all the time when tracking. You guys really did an amazing job!! ????"

5
Beautiful by Juan Java (2025-10-09)

"Never used a HW 73 unit, so I can't compare to it. But what I can say is I use it on all my vocal tracks. "Silky" sound is how can I describe it"

5
my favorite by Naoki Hayasaka (2025-10-09)

"It's simple, doesn't put much strain on the CPU, and is easy to use. The chicken logo and purple color are exciting. I like it because it's also reasonably priced."

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Industry Reviews

Koen Heldens

Koen Heldens

Producer/Mixer/Engineer Beyoncé, Rihanna, J.Lo, Timbaland mixedbykoenheldens.com

"VPRE-73: Sounds like rich dark chocolate syrup! Brings lushful body to thin sounding vocals."