Universal Audio UAFX Heavenly Plate Reverb

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Guitar Effect Pedal

With three Vintage Studio Plate reverb emulations
Selectable Vintage Bright, Vintage Dark and Modern Full Plate settings
Controls: Mod, Pre-Delay, EQ and Slow / Fast Rate
True / Trails Bypass, Pre-Delay, analoger Dry-Through
Input: 6.3 mm jack
Output: 6.3 mm jack
USB Type-C connection for updates via computer
Power supply via 9 V DC power supply unit with negative pole inside and min. 250 mA (not included in the scope of delivery, suitable power supply unit available under Art.543322)
Dimensions (W x H x D): 6.55 x 5.81 x 12.07 cm
Weight: 0.295 kg

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Available since August 2023
Item number 573267
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Analog No
Battery Operation No
PSU included No
input/output configuration Mono in / mono out

£160

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Lightweight plate reverb

Since the 1950s, reverb plates have been used to create striking room simulations, admired for their rich, immersive sound, though their large size limited them to bigger studios. Universal Audio has captured this classic character through digital modelling, bringing it into a compact pedal accessible to guitarists. Three distinct reverb plates are available, each offering unique high-frequency content and decay characteristics. The effect can be finely shaped with controls for mix ratio, decay time, pre-delay, modulation intensity, and tonal emphasis on treble or bass. Additionally, a switch allows adjustment of the modulation speed and the choice between true bypass or a buffered mode that preserves the reverb tail even when the pedal is switched off.

Distinctive spatial sound

From the late 1950s onward, reverb plates became a prominent studio tool, serving as an alternative to reverb chambers and shaping countless productions, including Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon in 1973. A large metal plate was set into vibration by a driver carrying the audio signal, and the resulting sound was captured through contact microphones before being blended back into the source. This distinctive, high-frequency character soon became a studio essential, frequently used on vocals, snare drums, and guitars, adding transparency, presence, and a carefully measured sense of space when mixed in with subtlety. The Universal Audio Heavenly Plate Reverb builds on this heritage by offering three differently tuned plate simulations, while also providing options for pre-delay, tonal shaping, and modulation, allowing the classic plate ambience to unfold in a variety of refined forms.

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Sound alternative for the stage

With the Heavenly Plate Reverb, Universal Audio has packed the sound of decades-old studio plate units into a compact pedal ideally suited for stage use, something the original devices could never offer due to their sheer size, heavy weight, and delicate construction. Its functionality is shaped specifically for guitarists, expanding on the character of the originals while remaining easy to operate. With only a handful of controls, the signature plate sound can be presented in several variations and further refined across multiple parameters. It works equally well with clean and overdriven tones and pairs smoothly with modulation and echo effects. At the same time, its character stands apart from the familiar spring reverb found in many guitar amplifiers, offering a distinctly different and more expansive texture.

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About Universal Audio

Few manufacturers can draw upon a wealth of audio engineering experience comparable to that of Universal Audio. The company's founding father Bill Putnam, along with his friend Les Paul, have an admirable reputation as trend-setting music producers and developers of legendary analogue studio technology. Putnam recorded Chuck Berry, Muddy Waters, and Sarah Vaughan, and was Duke Ellington's favourite sound engineer. He developed the famous 1176 Peak Limiter and distributed the Teletronix LA-2A level amplifier. This earned him a posthumous "Technical Grammy Award" in 2000. In 1999, Putnam's sons, Bill Putnam Jr. and James Putnam, re-founded Universal Audio, transferring their father's analogue vision and craftsmanship to the digital music world. Their product range includes audio interfaces, dedicated DSP farms, and a variety of plug-ins, as well as analogue hardware devices.

Enhancement for amplifiers and recordings

Universal Audio's Heavenly Plate Reverb integrates naturally into any pedalboard, offering a clear and uncomplicated workflow while producing a distinctive spatial simulation marked by the bright, high-frequency shimmer characteristic of a well-crafted plate reverb. Placed ideally in the effects loop of a guitar amplifier, it will also prove highly effective in setups without a traditional amp or when working with speaker simulations, shaping new sounds, or recording demos with ease. The EQ control allows pronounced highs to be softened and excess low-end to be reduced, giving the overall tone a more balanced contour. When needed, the pre-delay option adds further spatial depth, creating a clearer sense of separation between the original signal and the adjustable reverb component, resulting in a refined and expressive ambience.

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Modelling – made by Universal Audio

Universal Audio stands at the forefront of modelling studio technology, effects devices, and tube amplifiers, meticulously capturing the essence of even the rarest originals. Every component of the original circuits is measured precisely, including specific values and characteristic curves, ensuring an accurate digital representation. This detailed approach creates a virtual model that faithfully reproduces the sound of the original, including the subtle variations introduced by its controls and switches. Depending on the device being modelled, additional defining elements and accessories are also incorporated, preserving the full character and functionality of the original equipment.

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Jangos 15.12.2023

I ordered it for collectible historical reasons..
I wanted an EMT-140 German Plate in my arsenal,like the Fox T7E Binson Italian Delay..
The pedal is very good,the emulation is accurate,the sound is very good,but if you dont want the exact type of Plate,there are many other choices with more reverbs and better prices,in the market..
I like it a lot and recommend this pedal anyway..

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Great Reverb

Carvito 07.01.2025

If ur looking for ambient sounds, maybe this isnt what you should get.
This is a great "bread n butter" reverb. Perfect for always on.

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One of the best plate reverb pedals I have tried

Vidor 25.06.2025

I have not heard or used a Golden Reverberator so I cannot say how lose it comes to that but what I can tell is that this is an amazing plate reverb sound. You can gate a lot of variations out of it. It has a beautifully shaped sound with a lot o clarity. Build quality is very good as most of the UA pedals. If you want a very good plate reverb with a lot of tweaking capabilities give it a try, it is great!

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Nothing but love for this pedal

Otys 07.04.2025

If you know what a plate reverb can and can’t do for you, and you like the sound of plate reverb, than this is probably the best you can buy.

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