Introducing Olive: The Legendary Console Plugin – Now FREE!
Experience the warmth and character of a true vintage sound with Olive, the latest addition to the Acqua “Boutique Collection” plugin suite. Meticulously modeled after a rare and virtually lost mixing console from the early 1970s, Olive brings the legendary sound of a bygone era to your modern productions. And the best part? It’s completely free!
A Suite of Vintage Power
Olive isn’t just a single plugin; it’s a complete suite of meticulously crafted tools, all based on the original console’s unique characteristics:
Olive EQ: Vintage 4-Band Parametric EQ
This vintage 4-band parametric EQ features low and high shelves, two midrange bands, and high and low pass filters. A rich preamp stage adds warmth and character to your sound.
Olive Pre: Vintage Preamp Section
Boasting four line preamps and four mic preamps, Olive Pre captures the classic tone of the original console, adding depth and richness to your recordings.
Olive Comp: Original VCA-Based Compressor/Limiter
This original VCA-based compressor/limiter provides smooth and transparent dynamics control, perfectly complementing the preamp stage for a polished and professional sound.
Olive Exp: VCA Expander
Add clarity and punch to your tracks with Olive Exp, a VCA expander that enhances detail and brings out the best in your mixes. A built-in preamp further refines your tonal shaping options.
Download Olive – Absolutely Free!
Yes, you read that right! Olive is completely free to download and use. This exceptional plugin offers professional-grade vintage sound to everyone, and is especially beneficial for students who can now access top-tier audio tools without any financial barriers.
PC Requirements
- Operating System: Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 equivalent or better
- RAM: 8 GB RAM minimum (16 GB recommended)
- Storage: 2 GB available hard drive space
- DAW: VST compatible DAW required (see below)
Compatible DAWs
Olive works seamlessly with most major Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs), including:
- FL Studio
- Ableton Live
- Logic Pro X
- Cubase
- Pro Tools
- Reaper
- Studio One