Virtual Tube Collection from Slate Digital is a set of three tube-style saturation and preamp plugins, each modeled on vintage tube circuits, that add color and warmth to tracks and mix buses.
Virtual Tube Collection at a glance
| Developer | Slate Digital |
|---|---|
| Type | Effects / Saturation |
| Formats | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX |
| Operating systems | Windows 10 or later, macOS 13 or later |
| Apple Silicon | Native |
| Architecture | 64-bit |
| Copy protection | iLok |
| RAM | 4 GB or more |
| Price on Plugin Boutique (October 2026) | €98.18 |
What Virtual Tube Collection does
The collection contains three modules named LONDON, NEW YORK and HOLLYWOOD. Each module can act as a preamp, a saturator, or a virtual tube summing console, and the developer describes the set as an attempt to recreate the sound of vintage tubes. LONDON is inspired by vintage tube circuits originating from Europe and is described as big and warm in the low and low-mid range, with a slightly smooth top end and a transient response that has some thickness without being overly aggressive. NEW YORK is inspired by vintage tube circuits as well and is presented as an all-round module for many genres, with console mode recommended when it is used on the master fader.
The VMS users are told they can use VTC preamps together with VMS microphone models to add extra top end and a richer, vibey tone to their tracks. In the developer text the console modes are described as a way to turn a lifeless mix into something larger than life, and the Console saturation is suggested for drums, vocals, guitar and keys, as well as for reducing peaks in a mastering chain.
Key features
- Three tube-inspired modules. LONDON, NEW YORK and HOLLYWOOD each model a different vintage tube character, and each can be used as a preamp, a saturator or a virtual tube summing console.
- Preamp distortion mix. A mix knob blends the distortion against the clean signal to add thickness and warmth to vocals, snare and similar sources.
- VMS microphone pairing. The developer says the modules pair well with VMS microphone models to add extra top end and a rich tone.
Compatibility
It loads as VST3, VST2, AU and AAX for Windows and macOS in 64-bit builds, with native Apple Silicon support listed.
Plugins similar to Virtual Tube Collection
| Plugin | Developer | Type | Formats | Systems | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virtual Tube Collection | Slate Digital | Saturation | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €98.18 |
| BB Tubes | Waves | Saturation | VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €37.69 (regular €165.41) |
| Make Me Scream | W. A. Production | Saturation | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €55.54 |
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Price and availability
Virtual Tube Collection was listed on Plugin Boutique in October 2026 at €98.18. Prices change often, so the store page shows the current one.
Virtual Tube Collection FAQ
Does Virtual Tube Collection run on Apple Silicon Macs?
Yes. Native support for Apple Silicon is listed, and the minimum system is macOS 13.
Is an iLok needed to run Virtual Tube Collection?
Yes. The plugin uses iLok for copy protection and activation.
Where can I download Virtual Tube Collection crack for free?
The release is typically shared as a win/mac crack and a .rar or .iso package, with the x64 crack and macOS crack being the most common builds.
Is there a working serial key or keygen for Virtual Tube Collection?
A working serial key is the string most often searched for, and keygen and serial key queries are paired with the name in searches for this release.
Is Virtual Tube Collection available as a torrent or magnet link?
The release circulates as a torrent and magnet link alongside repacked .rar and .iso packages, and the VST3 crack and AU crack builds are the usual forms.