UAD API Preamp
Universal version latest seen at v11.8.1 · Reported by 21 Macs in the community.
All sighted native versions (4):
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UAD API Preamp is an audio plug-in emulation of the API 512c microphone preamplifier, developed by Universal Audio. It is distributed as an Audio Unit (AU) plugin for use within digital audio workstations on macOS and is part of Universal Audio's extensive UAD plug-in ecosystem. The API Preamp models the character and tonal qualities of the original hardware preamp and is used by recording engineers, producers, and audio professionals for tracking vocals, guitars, drums and other instruments. A native Apple Silicon build of this plugin has been confirmed running on Macs in the Rosetta Check community.
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1 suggestionUAD API Preamp is a plugin component that is distributed and updated through Universal Audio's UAD Connect management software, not as a standalone application or through the Mac App Store. To update to the native Apple Silicon build, open UAD Connect on your Mac — this is Universal Audio's official plugin installer and license manager. UAD Connect will automatically detect your installed plugins and present available updates; select the update for UAD API Preamp and install. The native build will be served automatically; there is no beta channel or special opt-in required. After the plugin is updated, it will work natively in any audio application that supports Audio Unit plugins on Apple Silicon. If UAD Connect is not yet installed, download it from Universal Audio's website to manage all your UAD plugins in one place.
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