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Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
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This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 50 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
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Key Features
The Universal Audio Helios Type 69 Preamp and EQ plug-in is an end-to-end plug-in emulation of an iconic "Golden Age" preamp, now reimagined with Unison technology. Used in legendary studios and by renowned artists, the original Helios Type 69 console contributed to the distinct sound of albums by The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, and more.
This plug-in isn't just a recreation; it's a meticulous emulation of the original's circuitry, capturing its unique feedback-style input and Lustraphone mic input transformer. The result is a "triple amp" preamp experience, bringing a rich, colourful essence to your recordings. Its passive three-band EQ has been overhauled, perfectly emulating the original's inductor saturation for musical EQ adjustments. For producers and engineers seeking the classic Type 69 sound, this plug-in delivers its legendary warmth, punch, and character right within your DAW.
Product Ref: 289323
The Helios Type 69 Preamp and EQ plug-in sets a new standard in emulating the legendary console. UA's engineers meticulously modelled two original Olympic-era units, capturing their essence down to the custom-made feedback-style input and Lustraphone transformer. This comprehensive approach results in a plug-in that faithfully reproduces the distinct characteristics of the original hardware, offering users a rich, authentic audio experience.
Utilizing Unison technology, this plug-in mirrors the hardware's impedance, gain staging, and circuit behaviours. When inserted into a UA Audio Interface's Unison preamp slot, it enables real-time tracking through an accurately modelled Helios Type 69 preamp, ensuring that the warmth and character of the original are perfectly preserved in the digital realm.
The Helios Type 69 plug-in goes beyond basic EQ functions. Its redesigned passive three-band EQ authentically emulates the original hardware's inductor saturation, ensuring that even extreme EQ settings retain a musical quality. This feature makes it an invaluable tool for both subtle tone shaping and bold, creative sound sculpting.
With its four distinct low-frequency boost filters and a fixed 50 Hz low cut mode, the plug-in offers flexible options for managing bass frequencies. Whether you're laying down a solid bass foundation or cleaning up overheads and room mics, these features ensure your low end is always controlled and musical.
Not just for UA Audio Interface owners, the Helios Type 69 Preamp and EQ Collection is compatible with all UAD hardware. This versatility allows users to apply the iconic Type 69 sound to any mix, achieving the bold, intense character that defined some of the biggest records in music history.
"Helios is responsible for many of the best-sounding albums of the '70s. Its mic preamp and EQ are bright, open and aggressive sounding without being harsh. I love using it on snare drums and acoustic guitars. " - Joe Chiccarelli (Jason Mraz, Beck, The Strokes, Morrissey)
"The new Helios Type 69 plug-in is killer. It captures the colourfully and unique and musical EQ and Unison technology emulates all the crunchy cool of the mic pre." - Jacquire King (James Bay, Kings Of Leon, Tom Walts)
"The UAD Type 69 brings new and exciting texture to any source. I love using the Mic mode to crunch guitars. Just fabulous!" - Vance Powell (Jack White, The Dead Weather, The Raconteurs)
