TD5 Tape Delay


Simply put, the TD5 sounds and acts like a real-life vintage tape delay. Deep, thick, gritty, and three dimensional. The TD5 has up to 2 seconds of delay time, can sync to the Pro Tools tempo map, and provides a number of tonal options.

Upgrade to the full version for extra features.

  • Clip-light functionality (HD only)
  • Bypass switching
  • AudioSuite
  • Multi-mono support (Pro Tools only)
  • Session-restore functionality
  • Save-and-restore functionality
  • Automation

Usage Notes



Why is there hiss in Vintage mode? Are you modeling the hiss of real tape?
Not precisely. Vintage mode models the reduced dynamic range of real tape. The noise is a form of dither, masking the extra quantization noise that results from this aspect of the model. The noise also gives the TD5 the unique ability to self-oscillate at high feedback just like a real tape delay.

It's stupid. I want to get rid of it.
The noise is over 60dB down. If you find it overtly audible, you probably need to increase the input signal level to improve the signal-to-noise ratio. Or, perhaps you should get a real tape delay! ... then get back to me about noise :)   Or, you can switch to Retro mode. It has essentially the same sonic charateristics, but with "digital" dynamic range. Or, use a noise gate.
Massey plugins support the RTAS, TDM, and AudioSuite plugin formats and are compatible with Pro Tools LE, M-Powered, MIX, or HD. Consult the compatbility chart for plugin-specific hardware and sample rate capabilities.
Massey plugins support the RTAS, TDM, and AudioSuite plugin formats and are compatible with Pro Tools LE, M-Powered, MIX, or HD. Consult the compatbility chart for plugin-specific hardware and sample rate capabilities.