AIR Music Tech Tape Double Track plugin interface showing dual tape reels and varispeed control
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Black Friday 2025: Free Plugin Deals from AIR Music Tech, Waves, and Universal Audio

Grab free plugins worth over $275 this Black Friday. AIR Music Tech Tape Double Track, Waves Magma StressBox, and your choice of 10 Universal Audio plugins are all free for a limited time.

Black Friday 2025 brings an exceptional lineup of completely free plugins from three major audio software companies. Whether you're looking for vintage tape effects, creative dynamics processing, or classic analog emulations, there's something here for every producer.

AIR Music Tech Tape Double Track (FREE - $99 Value)

AIR Music Tech is giving away their brand-new Tape Double Track plugin for free through December 7th, 2025. Normally priced at $99, this plugin faithfully recreates the legendary Automatic Double Tracking (ADT) technique first developed in 1966 at Abbey Road Studios.

What is ADT?

ADT creates the illusion of double-tracked vocals and instruments without requiring a second performance. By using tape delay, varispeed modulation, and subtle pitch variations, the technique adds depth and dimension to any source material. The Beatles famously used this technique throughout their later albums.

Features

  • Authentic tape-based double tracking effect
  • Varispeed control for pitch and time manipulation
  • Modulation section with multiple waveforms (Sine, Triangle, Random)
  • Separate Source and Double channel controls (Level, Pan, Drive)
  • Tracking modes (Manual/Auto)
  • Bass Mono function for low-end clarity
  • Range control (±10ms)

System Requirements

Available as VST, VST3, AU, and AAX for macOS (Apple Silicon + Intel) and Windows. Also compatible with MPC standalone and Force hardware.

How to Claim

Important: Limited to 10,000 downloads. Once the threshold is reached, the offer ends.

Claim your free copy at airmusictech.com/blackfridayfreeplugin

Waves Magma StressBox (FREE - $79 Value)

Waves Audio releases Magma StressBox as their Black Friday 2025 freebie. This is a brand-new dynamics processor that joins the acclaimed Magma series alongside Magma Channel and Magma Springs.

One-Knob Dynamics

The StressBox is designed around a single large control knob that transitions smoothly from expansion to compression:

  • Turn left: One-knob expansion (open up dynamics, add punch)
  • Turn right: One-knob compression (control peaks, add sustain)
  • Center (1:1): Unity, no processing

The ratio ranges from 0.2:1 (maximum expansion) through 1:1 (bypass) to 20:1 (heavy limiting). Simple Input and Output knobs complete the control set.

Use Cases

  • Add punch to drums with subtle expansion
  • Control dynamic vocals with gentle compression
  • Create pumping effects with aggressive settings
  • Shape the feel and tension of any track

How to Claim

  1. Sign up at waves.com with your email
  2. Return to the site on November 28, 2025 (today)
  3. Enter your email on the serial request page
  4. Download and activate through Waves Central

Available for: Windows and Mac in VST3, AU, and AAX formats.

Universal Audio: Choose Your Free Plugin (Up to $149 Value)

Universal Audio offers the most generous deal this Black Friday—choose any one of 10 premium plugins completely free. Use coupon code BFPICK1FREE at checkout to claim your plugin.

Available Free Plugins

  1. 1176 Classic FET Compressor - The legendary fast-attack compressor
  2. Century Tube Channel Strip - Complete tube-based channel strip
  3. Galaxy Tape Echo - Classic tape echo with modulation
  4. Oxide Tape Recorder - Analog tape saturation and warmth
  5. PolyMAX Synth - Polyphonic virtual analog synthesizer
  6. Pultec Passive EQ Collection - Classic Pultec EQP-1A and MEQ-5 emulations
  7. Pure Plate Reverb - Lush plate reverb with modern controls
  8. Showtime '64 - Vintage guitar amp simulator
  9. Teletronix LA-2A Tube Compressor - The iconic optical compressor
  10. Verve Analog Machines Essentials - Vintage analog processing bundle

Recommendations

  • For dynamics: 1176 Classic FET or Teletronix LA-2A (industry standards)
  • For EQ: Pultec Passive EQ Collection (classic tone shaping)
  • For synthesis: PolyMAX Synth (if you lack a quality analog-style synth)
  • For tape warmth: Oxide Tape Recorder or Galaxy Tape Echo
  • For vintage character: Verve Analog Machines Essentials

How to Claim

  1. Visit uaudio.com/products/pick-one-free-plug-in
  2. Log in or create a Universal Audio account
  3. Select your desired plugin
  4. Add to cart and apply coupon code BFPICK1FREE at checkout
  5. Download via UA Connect

Requirements

  • Free iLok account required (physical dongle not needed)
  • UA Connect manager for installation
  • Available for macOS and Windows

Deal Period

November 27 - December 1, 2025 (Thanksgiving through Cyber Monday)

Summary: Total Free Value

PluginNormal PriceAvailable Until
AIR Tape Double Track$99December 7, 2025 (or 10K downloads)
Waves Magma StressBox$79Limited time (November 28)
Universal Audio (choose 1)Up to $149December 1, 2025
Total Potential Value$327—

Don't miss these deals—they're legitimately useful plugins from respected developers, not stripped-down teasers. The AIR and UA offers in particular are time-limited, so claim them now before they expire.

Happy Black Friday, and happy producing.

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