UA releases UAD Showtime '64 Tube Amp Plugin - Free through October 31, 2025

Universal Audio has released UAD Showtime '64 Tube Amp, a new plugin that gives customers the authentic sound of the American tube amp that powered generations of rock, surf, and pop music. Available natively, UA says the UAD Showtime '64 plug‑in captures every detail of the original circuit — from its shimmering cleans and bold crunch to famous tube-driven vibrato heard on countless recordings. Beloved by artists from Dick Dale and Keith Richards to modern innovators like Jack White and Nels Cline, the amp that has been a fixture in studios and on stage for more than 60 years is now available in any DAW. The UAD Showtime '64 Tube Amp plug‑in gives customers the entire amplifier circuit in end‑to‑end detail — for bold cleans, natural breakup, and tube‑driven vibrato effects. Paired with classic mic and speaker cabinet setups, UAD Showtime '64 puts world‑class vintage amp tones in any DAW, no live room or microphones required. This is the amp that defined the sound of surf and early rock 'n' roll. With UAD Showtime '64, we've brought its unmistakable tone to anyone making music in the box. James Santiago, Senior Product Designer at Universal Audio Key Benefits Play through a perfect emulation of a classic '60s American tube amp. Go from shimmering cleans to bold crunch with dynamics just like a real amp. Explore album‑ready mic and cabinet setups with authentic room tone. Re-amp dry tracks with rich tube harmonics and natural compression. Find tones instantly with presets created by pros. Price UAD Showtime '64 Tube Amp is available as a free download through October 31, 2025. It will then be priced at $99. It will also join the growing collection of titles included with UAD Spark, UA's native plug‑in subscription service. YouTube/D9FdPTntTeI Read More