Wave Arts has released Tube Saturator 2, the next version of their Tube Saturator plug-in. Version 2 retains the analog tube preamp simulation with 3-band Baxandall-type EQ from the first version, but for version 2 Wave Arts optimized the simulation to be even more CPU-friendly and about seven times faster.
Version 2 also adds new features:
- You can now choose between 12AX7 and 12AU7 tubes for different harmonic characteristics.
- The EQ can be placed pre- or post-saturation.
- A 2X oversampling mode was added.
- You can disable the saturation and EQ separately.
- A new dry/wet mix control is also available in the new GUI.
Tube Saturator 2 can operate in mono or stereo and supports sample rates up to 192kHz. Supported plug-in formats include VST, AU, and AAC plug-in for Mac OS X and Windows.