What is ValveDesk?
ValveDesk is a vintage tube tone colorator designed to add warmth, texture, and harmonic character to individual tracks and mix buses.
It features three distinct tube types for different harmonic flavors, plus a 3-band EQ (Bass, Mid, Treble) and an optional analog noise circuit.
From subtle glue to full-bodied saturation, ValveDesk enhances your sound with musical depth and classic character.
Tube Type Details
Type 1- Classic, Clear, Punchy
Harmonic profile: Dominated by odd harmonics (3rd, 5th, 7th), creating a dense midrange and
tight low end.
Sound character: Clear, aggressive, and for ward.
Delivers a tone similar to analog console or transistor-style drive.
Best for: Sources that need presence and definition.
Type 2 - Clean, Warm, and Musical
Harmonic profile: Even harmonics (2nd, 4th) are more prominent, while overall harmonic
distor tion remains minimal.
Sound character: The cleanest and smoothest tube mode.
It stays natural and stable even at higher input levels, providing warmth without breakup or
harshness.
Comparable to a vintage tube preamp running in its sweet spot.
Best for: Warm and organic tones, or when you want to refine and smooth the sound.
Type 3 - Saturated, Thick, Energetic
Harmonic profile: A rich blend of even and odd harmonics with high density across the full
range.
Sound character: Thick, dimensional, and energetic.
Adds depth and grit with light drive, and becomes more aggressive with higher input levels.
Best for: Sources that need strong presence, energy, and harmonic weight.
Key Features
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3 selectable tube models
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Harmonic warmth and analog texture
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3-band musical EQ (Bass / Mid / Treble)
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Optional analog noise circuit
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Minimal, intuitive interface
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CPU-efficient and zero latency
Try ValveDesk Before You Buy
ValveDesk includes a built-in trial mode that lets you experience the full functionality of the plugin before purchasing.
You can use all features without any limitation for two sessions, 20 minutes each.
After both sessions are used, the plugin will lock and require activation with a purchased license key.
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Requirements
- macOS 10.13 or later / Windows 10 or later (64-bit only)
- VST3 / AU compatible DAW
- Minimum 4GB RAM (8GB recommended)
- Universal (Apple Silicon + Intel) support