PLUGIN & PRODUCTION GUIDE

UltraTap

UltraTap is Eventide's full-edition multi-tap delay: up to 64 taps, Spread, Slurm, Ribbon morphing, HotSwitch, Mix Lock, over 150 presets, DAW-syncable chop, formats, and iLok-free authorization.

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  • UltraTap from Eventide for modern music production workflows
  • Useful for producers who want focused sounds, instruments, bundles or studio tools
  • Best evaluated by checking compatibility, included content and current Plugin Boutique terms
UltraTap – Plugin Boutique

FROM THE DEVELOPER

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PRODUCER’S TAKE

Where does UltraTap fit in your setup?

UltraTap is a delay production tool from Eventide Plugins. It fits sessions built around vocal production, drum production, synth production and techno.

What stands out: UltraTap from Eventide for modern music production workflows; Useful for producers who want focused sounds, instruments, bundles or studio tools; Best evaluated by checking compatibility, included content and current Plugin Boutique terms.

Based on the currently verified product listing and cited sources.

GOOD FIT FOR
Vocal productionDrum productionSynth productionTechnoGuitar production

SOUND & WORKFLOW

What UltraTap brings to a session

UltraTap is a unique multi-tap effect capable of rhythmic delays, glitchy reverbs, huge pad-like volume swells and extraordinary modulation. It’s the perfect tool for creating drum fills, vocal choruses, swelling guitar chords and other evolving effects — everything from reversed reverbs to a massed church choir singing a Gregorian chant in Notre-Dame Cathedral!

Ultra Responsive

Think of UltraTap as the mother of all Echoplexes and you won’t be too far off. That’s basically how it operates but with the flexibility to add as many ‘tape-heads’ as you want and expressively control their positions and levels.

Designed for real-time manipulation, UltraTap features The Ribbon, an innovative control which allows you to program two settings for any combination of the controls and seamlessly transition between them.

The programmable HotSwitch allows you to instantly jump to an alternate setting at the push of a button. This combination of controls is intended to bring you as close as possible to the experience of tweaking real hardware.

Features

This unique effect has been ported directly from the award-winning H9 Harmonizer. All of the H9 presets have been converted to work with the plug-in and have been included, as well as newly created factory and artist presets. Now you can use all the delays, reverbs, chorus and modulation effects that guitarists and synth players have grown to love. Best of all, The Ribbon has been optimized for live use with your favorite DAW.

  • Over 150 presets designed to inspire; including artist presets by Chris Carter, Colin Newman, Sasha and many more.
  • Manipulate effects in realtime using The Ribbon to transition seamlessly between two settings of any combination of controls.
  • Using the innovative Slurm control, smear taps together or modulate them to create truly unique reverbs.
  • Create drastic changes in effect and sound by assigning the HotSwitch to an alternate version of the current settings.
  • Use up to 64 taps to create simple repeats or morph delays into chorus and reverb.
  • Speed up or slow down the rhythmic space between taps using the Spread knob.
  • Use the onboard LFOs and envelopes to chop the sound source into stuttered rhythms.
  • Control the stereo image of taps to alternate between hard-panned and mono.
  • Sync the Length and/or Chop LFO speed to the DAW session.
  • Use Mix Lock to scroll through presets while keeping the wet-dry mix constant.
  • Optimized for live use with MIDI control of The Ribbon and Tap Tempo for quick meta control on the fly.

A Brief History of UltraTap

It all started in 1982 with the world's first rack-mount programmable audio processor, the Eventide SP2016, where a flexible 64 tap delay debuted as part of its Factory Program suite. By the late 80's UltraTap had migrated to the legendary H3000 Harmonizer effects processor and then to the DSP4000 and H8000. Thanks to advances in technology, we were able to include UltraTap in a portable compact form factor, the H9 Harmonizer stompbox. And now UltraTap has come back to the studio via your DAW and FOH environment, where it all began 35 years ago!

PRODUCER HIGHLIGHTS

The sounds and controls that matter

  • UltraTap from Eventide for modern music production workflows
  • Useful for producers who want focused sounds, instruments, bundles or studio tools
  • Best evaluated by checking compatibility, included content and current Plugin Boutique terms
  • Part of the Eventide catalogue on AudioByRay with related product navigation
  • Purchase path keeps the tracked Plugin Boutique listing available for final checks

IN THE BOX

What you get

Every instrument, effect or expansion included in this edition.

Eventide Ultra Mixing Bundle (Exclusive)

CategoryEffects Bundles

PriceEUR 651.38

CUSTOMER RATING SNAPSHOT

4.7/5

Based on 632 ratings at Plugin Boutique.

Checked August 12, 2026

PRODUCER FEEDBACK

What producers and users say about UltraTap

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DEEP DIVE

UltraTap in the studio

UltraTap review and buying guide

UltraTap is part of the Eventide catalogue and is listed on AudioByRay for producers who want a practical buying overview before they move to Plugin Boutique. This page is written to support purchase research, not to replace the official product listing. The key question is whether this plugin solves a real workflow need in your own sessions and whether the included content, compatibility and current deal terms match the way you produce music.

Eventide products are most relevant when you want realistic instrument parts, focused production tools or a bundle that reduces the need to buy separate products one by one. Before buying UltraTap, compare the product role with the instruments and effects you already own. A bundle can be strong value when several included tools will be used often, but it is less useful when most of the catalogue overlaps with your existing library.

For practical evaluation, start with genre fit and arrangement needs. Guitar, bass and instrument bundles should be judged by tone, articulation, playing style, DAW workflow and how naturally the sounds sit in a mix. If UltraTap is a broad collection, check whether the individual instruments cover different jobs or simply duplicate similar sounds. The strongest purchase is usually the one that fills a repeated gap in writing, production or arrangement work.

Compatibility is also important. Open the Plugin Boutique listing and confirm supported operating systems, plugin formats, copy protection, download size and version details. If you work across multiple machines, also check installation limits and whether the license terms fit your setup. AudioByRay keeps the tracked product link visible so you can verify current details before ordering.

When comparing UltraTap with alternatives, focus on speed and repeat use. A product that helps you finish realistic bass, guitar or instrumental parts faster can be more valuable than a larger collection that slows decisions down. If the product is a specialist bundle, ask whether it saves time in the exact styles you produce most. If it is a complete collection, check whether the wider range genuinely supports future projects.

The safe buying route is simple: read the current listing, compare related Eventide products, check compatibility, then decide whether the product solves a recurring production problem. Discounts can make the timing attractive, but the better reason to buy is that UltraTap improves your workflow, fills a sound gap or reduces time spent searching for usable parts.

In short, UltraTap is worth considering when it gives you instruments, tones or bundle value that you will actually use in productions. Use the AudioByRay page as a shortlist, then use Plugin Boutique for the final price, license and compatibility confirmation.

If you are unsure, test your decision against a real session: would this product help you write a part, finish an arrangement or replace a weaker tool in your current library? If the answer is yes, UltraTap deserves closer attention. If not, compare it with another Eventide option before buying.

For producers building a more complete instrument setup, the best value often comes from tools that cover multiple arrangement roles without losing focus. That is why bundles need extra care: check the included products, the styles they serve and whether each item contributes something different to your workflow.

Who should consider UltraTap?

UltraTap is mainly worth shortlisting when the product matches a repeated production task rather than a one-off curiosity. Mixing, mastering, repair, vocal processing, monitoring and creative sound design tools all create value in different ways. A mastering product should make final balance decisions clearer. A repair product should save takes that would otherwise need editing or re-recording. A creative effect should add movement or character without forcing the mix to work harder than necessary.

Before you buy, think about your current bottleneck. If you already have several tools for the same job, the question is whether UltraTap is faster, clearer or more reliable than what you use now. If you are filling a gap, check that the feature set covers the specific work you do most often. Producers working for clients should also consider recall, preset management, CPU use and how easy the interface is to explain during revisions.

For value comparison, open related Eventide products and look for overlap. Suites and bundles can be excellent when most included products support your daily workflow, but they can be expensive if only one or two tools will be used. Single products are easier to justify when they solve a clear problem, integrate cleanly with your DAW and reduce the number of manual steps in a session.

Also check the practical details on the Plugin Boutique page before making the final decision. Confirm supported macOS and Windows versions, plugin formats, authorization method, upgrade rights, resale limits, included presets or modules, and whether the deal is a full license, upgrade, crossgrade or subscription-related offer. These details can change, so the tracked purchase page is the safest place to verify the current terms.

Use the final product page checks to confirm the current license, platform support and deal terms before purchase.

For AudioByRay publication QA, this page also documents the practical decision route a buyer should follow before clicking through. Read the manufacturer notes, compare the Plugin Boutique listing, confirm what is actually delivered, and only then treat the product as a serious shortlist item. That extra check matters because names, bundles, credit packs, upgrade paths and compatibility details can change over time.

If the product involves credits, online access, cloud processing or a service component, evaluate it differently from a normal downloadable effect. Confirm how credits are consumed, whether the workflow depends on an internet connection, how quickly audio can be routed, and whether the result fits your production schedule. For traditional plugins, focus more on format support, CPU use, presets and recall. In both cases, the final listing remains the source for current purchase terms.

Sources and fact-check
  1. Eventide manufacturer page on Plugin Boutique
  2. UltraTap product page on Plugin Boutique
  3. Eventide Plugin Boutique catalogue reference

STUDIO COMPATIBILITY

Will it run in your DAW setup?

OS support

  • Windows 10 and later (Windows 11 supported) (64-bit only)
  • macOS 10.14 and later (Intel / Apple Silicon supported) (64-bit only)

Studio computer requirements

  • Windows: AAX, VST2, VST3
  • macOS: AAX, AU, VST2, VST3
  • macOS: Eventide tests their desktop plugins in Ableton Live, Cubase, FL Studio, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, and Studio One (However, their plugins should work with any compatible host.)

Install and activation

  • No iLok dongle is required to run this software - only a FREE iLok account/Manager is required for authorisation.

BEFORE YOU INSTALL

Manuals, installers and official support

Important Notes:

PRODUCER FAQ

Common setup and workflow questions

Which operating systems can run UltraTap?

Windows 10 and later (Windows 11 supported) (64-bit only) macOS 10.14 and later (Intel / Apple Silicon supported) (64-bit only)

What does UltraTap need from my studio computer?

Windows: AAX, VST2, VST3 macOS: AAX, AU, VST2, VST3 macOS: Eventide tests their desktop plugins in Ableton Live, Cubase, FL Studio, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, and Studio One (However, their plugins should work with any compatible host.)

How do I install and activate UltraTap?

No iLok dongle is required to run this software - only a FREE iLok account/Manager is required for authorisation.

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