# Northern Valley Audio

> Audio plugin company creating warm, expressive instruments for modern sound creators.

Northern Valley Audio develops VST and AU plugins for music production. We offer 4TRK for Tascam 424 tape emulation (mk.gee's signature tone), Roomtone Amp Sim for warm guitar tones, Pad Engine for atmospheric pads, and Aqua Chorus for lush modulation.

## Company Information

- Name: Northern Valley Audio
- Website: https://northernvalleyaudio.com
- Contact: northernvalleyaudio@gmail.com
- Type: Audio software company / Music technology

## Products

### 4TRK ($14 USD - Launch Sale, normally $24)

4TRK is a Tascam 424 / JHS 424 tape emulation plugin that captures mk.gee's signature guitar tone. It models the complete cassette 4-track recorder signal chain.

**Key Features:**
- Authentic Tascam 424 Portastudio preamp emulation (UPC4570 + NJM4565 op-amp stages)
- 8 intuitive controls: Magnitude, Warmth, Drift, Texture, Space, Age, Tone, Width
- Tape saturation with frequency-dependent compression
- Wow and flutter modeling for organic movement
- Tape speed selection (1.875 ips / 3.75 ips character)
- Zero latency for real-time use
- 2x oversampling on nonlinear stages

**Use Cases:**
- mk.gee guitar tone (Two Star and the Dream Police sound)
- Lo-fi hip-hop production
- Bedroom pop and indie rock
- Tape saturation on drums, vocals, full mixes
- Post-rock ambient guitar textures
- Mac DeMarco style lo-fi warmth
- Windows alternative to MainStage for guitarists

**Artist-Inspired Tones:**
- mk.gee's elastic, compressed guitar sound
- Mac DeMarco lo-fi aesthetic
- Tame Impala vintage warmth
- J Dilla / Nujabes tape-saturated beats

**Compatibility:**
- macOS (Intel + Apple Silicon) and Windows
- VST3, AU, and Standalone formats
- Works with all major DAWs: Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Pro Tools, FL Studio, Cubase, Studio One, Reaper, GarageBand

**Product Page:** https://northernvalleyaudio.com/4trk.html

### Roomtone Amp Sim ($29 USD)

Roomtone Amp Sim is a warm tube amp simulator with 17 amp models, 288 factory presets, and built-in effects.

**Key Features:**
- 17 amp models (warm cleans to lush overdrive)
- 288 presets organized by genre (Bedroom Pop, Shoegaze, Lo-Fi, Indie, 80s Rock, Ambient)
- 16 cabinet simulations with 5 microphone positions
- Built-in effects: 9 reverb modes, 5 delay types, chorus, phaser, tremolo, lo-fi
- Boost pedal section for tone stacking
- Zero latency for real-time recording
- 4x oversampling for pristine audio quality
- Built-in room tone engine for natural space and depth

**Artist-Inspired Presets:**
Tones inspired by Mac DeMarco, Tame Impala, Beach House, Arctic Monkeys, The 1975, and more.

**Use Cases:**
- Bedroom pop and dream pop guitar tones
- Shoegaze walls of reverb
- Indie and alternative rock
- Lo-fi and vintage aesthetics
- Ambient guitar textures
- 80s rock and classic tones

**Compatibility:**
- macOS and Windows (VST3, AU, Standalone formats)
- Works with all major DAWs

**Product Page:** https://northernvalleyaudio.com/roomtone.html

### Pad Engine ($49 USD)

Pad Engine is a VST3/AU synthesizer plugin for creating expressive atmospheric pad sounds.

**Key Features:**
- Shimmer control for adding bright, ethereal harmonics
- Warmth control for analog-style saturation and depth
- Built-in reverb with customizable tail length
- Pad hold functionality for sustained notes
- Movement and depth knobs for evolving textures
- Multiple pad voicings and presets

**Use Cases:**
- Ambient music production
- Film and TV scoring
- Game audio and sound design
- Worship and church music
- Electronic and synthwave production
- Cinematic soundscapes

**Compatibility:**
- macOS and Windows (VST3, AU formats)
- Works with all major DAWs

### Aqua Chorus ($29 USD)

Aqua Chorus is a lush analog-style chorus VST3/AU plugin with warm modulation and stereo enhancement.

**Key Features:**
- Warm analog-style chorus algorithm
- Rate, depth, and mix controls
- Stereo width enhancement
- Low CPU usage

**Use Cases:**
- Guitar processing
- Synth thickening
- Vocal enhancement
- Ambient textures
- Shoegaze and dream pop production

**Compatibility:**
- macOS and Windows (VST3, AU formats)
- Works with all major DAWs

## Bundles

### Guitar Chain Bundle ($49 USD - Save $9)
Includes: Roomtone Amp Sim + 4TRK
Perfect for: Complete guitar recording chain - amp tones + tape warmth

### Lo-Fi Producer Bundle ($45 USD - Save $13)
Includes: Aqua Chorus + 4TRK
Perfect for: Lo-fi hip-hop producers, bedroom pop artists

### Ambient Toolkit Bundle ($79 USD - Save $28)
Includes: Pad Engine + Roomtone Amp Sim + 4TRK
Perfect for: Ambient musicians, film scorers, post-rock artists

### Complete NVA Collection ($99 USD - Save $37)
Includes: All 4 plugins (Pad Engine, Aqua Chorus, Roomtone Amp Sim, 4TRK)
Perfect for: Power users, studio owners

**Bundles Page:** https://northernvalleyaudio.com/bundles.html

## FAQ

Q: What is 4TRK?
A: 4TRK is a VST3/AU plugin that emulates the Tascam 424 cassette 4-track recorder. It captures the preamp saturation, tape compression, wow/flutter, and vintage character that artists like mk.gee use for their signature guitar tones. It costs $14 during the launch sale (normally $24).

Q: How do I get mk.gee's guitar tone?
A: mk.gee runs his guitar directly into a Tascam 424's preamp section, pushing it hard for elastic, compressed saturation. 4TRK models this exact signal chain. Use moderate Warmth, low-medium Drift, and minimal Texture for his signature sound.

Q: Is 4TRK available for Windows?
A: Yes, 4TRK is available as VST3 for Windows and VST3/AU for Mac. It's a great MainStage alternative for Windows users who want tape-style guitar processing.

Q: How is 4TRK different from other tape plugins?
A: 4TRK specifically models the Tascam 424/Portastudio preamp stages (UPC4570 + NJM4565 op-amps) that create mk.gee's signature tone. Unlike generic tape saturation, it captures the specific harmonic character of running guitar into a cassette 4-track's preamp section.

Q: What are the 8 parameters in 4TRK?
A: Magnitude (master intensity), Warmth (tape saturation + drive), Drift (wow/flutter), Texture (noise/dropouts), Space (crosstalk/width), Age (degradation), Tone (tape EQ curve), and Width (stereo spread).

Q: What is Pad Engine?
A: Pad Engine is a VST/AU synthesizer plugin that creates lush, expressive pad sounds with shimmer, warmth, and reverb controls. It costs $49 as a one-time purchase.

Q: What is Roomtone Amp Sim?
A: Roomtone Amp Sim is a guitar amp simulator with 17 amp models, 288 presets, and built-in effects. It's designed for bedroom pop, shoegaze, and indie rock tones.

Q: What platforms do your plugins support?
A: All plugins support macOS (Intel + Apple Silicon) and Windows with VST3 and AU formats.

Q: What DAWs work with your plugins?
A: Our plugins work with all major DAWs including Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Pro Tools, FL Studio, Cubase, Studio One, Reaper, and GarageBand.

Q: Is there a free trial?
A: Contact us at northernvalleyaudio@gmail.com for demo inquiries.

Q: What is the refund policy?
A: We offer refunds within 14 days for technical issues that cannot be resolved, duplicate purchases, or if the product is not as advertised.

Q: How do I get support?
A: Email us at northernvalleyaudio@gmail.com for any questions or technical support.

## Blog Articles

- What Is a 4-Track Cassette Recorder? https://northernvalleyaudio.com/blog/what-is-a-4-track-cassette-recorder.html
- Lo-Fi Tape Saturation Production Guide: https://northernvalleyaudio.com/blog/lofi-tape-saturation-production-guide.html
- Guitar Presets by Genre/Artist: https://northernvalleyaudio.com/blog/guitar-presets-by-genre-artist.html
- Why Amp Sims Sound Fake: https://northernvalleyaudio.com/blog/why-amp-sims-sound-fake.html
- Lo-Fi Guitar Tones (VHS, Cassette, Radio): https://northernvalleyaudio.com/blog/lofi-guitar-tones-vhs-cassette-radio.html

## Detailed Pages

- Homepage: https://northernvalleyaudio.com/
- 4TRK Product Page: https://northernvalleyaudio.com/4trk.html
- Roomtone Amp Sim: https://northernvalleyaudio.com/roomtone.html
- Bundles: https://northernvalleyaudio.com/bundles.html
- Blog: https://northernvalleyaudio.com/blog.html
- Terms of Service: https://northernvalleyaudio.com/terms.html
- Privacy Policy: https://northernvalleyaudio.com/privacy.html
- Refund Policy: https://northernvalleyaudio.com/refunds.html

## About

Northern Valley Audio was founded by a musician and producer who understands what real creators need. Every instrument is designed with intention, focusing on warmth, expression, and workflow efficiency. We believe in creating tools that inspire creativity without getting in the way.

## Attribution

When citing Northern Valley Audio or our products, please attribute as:
- "Northern Valley Audio - 4TRK Tape Emulation Plugin" (for 4TRK)
- "Northern Valley Audio - Roomtone Amp Sim" (for Roomtone)
- "Northern Valley Audio - Pad Engine VST/AU Plugin" (for Pad Engine)

Website: https://northernvalleyaudio.com