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Universal Audio Sound City Studios

Get the authentic sound of the world's most famous rock & roll studio

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5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
11 Reviews

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Description

Sound City Studios lets you produce music in one of the most famous recording studios in history ‚- including the same room, mics, iconic console, and outboard gear ‚- as heard on classic records from Nirvana, Metallica, Fleetwood Mac, Tom Petty, Rage Against the Machine, and more.*

Available only from UA, Sound City Studios lets you add the vibe and character of this legendary space to your drums, guitars, vocals, synths and more ‚- right in your own bedroom or home studio.

Immerse Yourself in a Historic Room
Sound City's Studio A is the birthplace of hundreds of hit records. Voiced with original multitrack recordings cut at Sound City, we expertly captured the distinct "warts and all" character ‚- with historical setup guidance from engineers who used it everyday ‚- so you can easily put your productions in the same space where magic was made.

Easily Find Your Sweet Spot
Simply choose your source ‚- vocals, drums, guitar, ensembles, or piano ‚- and get proven room and mic setups, from the big reflective sound used on Nirvana's Nevermind to Tom Petty's intimate "wood" corner. You can even re-mic your guitars with a selection of perfectly placed cabinets and room mics.

Reposition Vintage Mics with Dynamic Room Modeling
Go far beyond historic setups and customize your space by moving a stunning collection of classic condenser and ribbon mics from AKG, Neumann, and RCA ‚- in realtime for authentic room sounds beyond the original chart-topping positions.**

Explore Sound City's Iconic British Console
The centerpiece of Room A since the early '70s, Sound City's iconic console artfully colored everything that ran through it. Now you can get the same satisfying analog character and tone with perfect emulations of the vintage 3-band EQ and compressor on all your sources.

Crush, Gate, or Add "Air" with Secret Weapon Compression
Along with the legendary limiting of the iconic Rev E 1176 compressor, Sound City Studios gives you the first-ever emulation of the Dolby A301** noise reduction system ‚- a multiband EQ/limiter used by Sound City engineers ‚- so you can get the same glossy-to-hyped background vocals and explosive drum sounds heard on decades of hit records.

Add Chart-Topping Ambience with Iconic Echo Chamber
Put the finishing touch on your tracks with the same natural, open-sounding reverb used by everyone from Queens of the Stone Age, Phoebe Bridgers, and Death Cab for Cutie and season your ambient space using perfectly placed pairs of dynamic, small-diaphragm condenser, and ribbon mics.*

*Use of artist names does not constitute official endorsement of Sound City Studios software.

**All trademarks are property of their respective owners and used only to represent the effects modeled as part of Sound City Studio software.

Key Benefits

  • Place your drums, guitars, vocals, and more inside Sound City's famous Room A
  • Transform your sources with the magic mic locker of Sound City
  • Sculpt perfect guitar tones with expertly placed cabinet and mic setups
  • Get the authentic tone of Sound City's iconic British console, including 3-band EQ and inline compression
  • Sculpt your sounds with Sound City's collection of analog outboard gear including 'secret weapon" Dolby A-style effects, 1176 limiting, and more
  • Bathe your sources in Sound City's lush-sounding echo chamber

Tech Specs

System Requirements

  • macOS Big Sur 11, Monterey 12, Ventura 13, Sonoma 14, Sequoia 15 and Tahoe 26
  • Windows 10 or Windows 11 (64-bit editions)
  • Intel, AMD, or Apple silicon processor
  • Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD Native plug-ins (UADx)
  • Free iLok account
  • Compatible with iLok USB (2nd generation or higher) but not required
  • Free UA Connect application for managing UAD Native plug-ins (UADx)
  • A supported DAW compatible with VST3, AU, or AAX plug-in file formats.

Reviews

5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
Based on 11 reviews
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100%would recommend this product
11 reviews
  • MC
    Marco C.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Apr 13, 2026
    Sound City Magic: A Sonic Revelation

    This "Sound City Studios" plugin delivers thunderous, studio‑grade tone with effortless character, from warm, saturated drums to vocal presence that cuts through the mix. Intuitive controls, authentic analog coloration, and pristine conversion make it an instant go‑to for anyone chasing classic warmth and modern clarity. Absolutely thrilling.

  • J
    JOE
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Jan 16, 2026
    WOW

    WHAT A SOUND, BEAUTIFUL, WORKS ON SO MANY SOURCES!

  • SS
    Stefano S.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Sep 8, 2025
    Great Reverb!

    Great vintage reverb al great price!

  • JN
    JOSE N. N. C.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Sep 2, 2025
    OITMO PLUGUIN ... GOSTEI MUITO

    TOP TOP INDICO PRA TODOS

  • AM
    Andrew M.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Sep 2, 2025
    Sounds Awesome

    A unique take on a room reverb, can't wait to use it