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PrimalTap

Soundtoys

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PrimalTap is a retro delay plugin inspired by the classic Lexicon Prime Time Model 93 (1978) that recreates and expands on the vintage hardware's unique features and character. It includes a Freeze function for creating infinite loops, a Multiply control that extends delay times up to 8X while progressively reducing bandwidth for lo-fi effects, and two independent delay lines with LFO modulation for chorus, flanging, and phasing. Beyond straightforward delay, PrimalTap is designed as a dynamic, characterful effect for experimental sound design and creative manipulation.

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Key Features

01Freeze function to loop and hold audio in memory indefinitely
02Multiply control extends delay time by 2X, 4X, or 8X with progressive bandwidth reduction (12kHz to 1.5kHz)
03Two independent delay lines (A and B) with Time or Beat sync modes
04Six feedback routing algorithms: Classic, Parallel, Reverb, Series, Criss-Cross, and Ping-Pong
05LFO with adjustable Rate (0.1Hz to 256Hz) and four waveshape options (Triangle, Square, Sine, Ramp)
06Variable Low Cut (0.1Hz to 1000Hz) and High Cut (800Hz to 15kHz) filters with Rolloff control
07Adjust knob for smooth delay modulation and Depth control ranging from 0 to 1.0
08Individual output and pan controls for each delay line with phase invert switches

Things to Try

  • 01Engage Freeze at key compositional points to capture and loop the current delay audio indefinitely
  • 02Use Multiply at 8X with long delay times to achieve a very lo-fi 1.5kHz bandwidth for vintage tape-loop character
  • 03Set Rolloff to apply Low and High Cut only to the Feedback signal to tame long or frozen delays without affecting the dry source
  • 04Apply Ping-Pong Mode with different delay times on channels A and B to create a bouncing stereo effect where audio alternates between channels
Formats
VSTVST3AUAAX
Official Website↗User Manual↗

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