The British Invasion —Now in a UAD Native Plug-In
Universal Audio UAD Ruby '63 Top Boost Amplifier Plug-In is the UAD Native software version of the company's amp-in-the-box Dream '65 Reverb Amplifier effect pedal, which you can now use in your DAW—no Apollo required. The plug-in perfectly captures the quintessential British valve-amp tones beloved by artists and producers for over 60 years, from Queen, to U2, to Radiohead.
UAD Ruby'63 Top Boost gives you all the essential controls for getting distinctive British amps tones right out of the box. Experience choirboy cleans, complex overdrive, and classic vibrato effects, just like a prized vintage Top Boost amp. Stay inspired with three flavors of Top Boost tone (Normal, Brilliant, Vibrato). Get classic boost emulations including a '60s Dallas Rangemaster and the preamp of a Maestro EP-3. Also onboard are classic room sounds, a collection of perfectly miked speaker cabs, and expert presets.
Push the Limit with Classic Boosts
- Ruby '63 packs in emulations of classic boost pedals. Universal Audio included the legendary '60s Dallas Rangemaster germanium treble booster and the preamp of a '70s Maestro EP-3 tape delay.
- Just flip the Boost switch for searing layered tones that add even more character to the amp.
Find Your Sound Fast with Expert Presets
- Dial in classic tones fast with a curated collection of presets that cover genres from rock, pop, country, funk, and more.
- Use them to start recording quickly, or tweak the controls to dial in the perfect sound that fits your playing style.
Explore Classic Mic and Speaker Pairings
Silver
- Rare 15W Celestion Silver Bulldog speakers in a 2x12 combo cabinet, miked with a 57.
- Great for: High-end warmth and sheen with open midrange.
Blue
- Original Celestion Blue Bulldog speakers in a 2x12 combo cabinet, miked with a 57.
- Classic speaker with more high end and chime.
Green
- Modern Celestion G12Hs speakers in a 2x12 combo cabinet, mic'd with a 160 ribbon mic.
- More midrange honk and tamer highs, thicker when used with distortion.
Blue Mod
- 2x12 cabinet with modern Blue Bulldog speakers, miked with a 57.
- Brighter and with more chime, clarity, and jangle than vintage blue.
Match
- 2x12 Matchless cabinet with Celestion G12Hs, mic'd with a 57.
- More muscular, modern take on the Ruby sound. Great with an overdrive or distortion pedal in front of the amp.
Gold
- 1x12 Two-Rock cab with Celestion Gold, miked with a 421 dynamic mic.
- Narrower sound, midrange forward, thicker with less high end.