# 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 Pad Engine for atmospheric pads, Aqua Chorus for lush modulation, and Roomtone Amp Sim for warm guitar tones. ## Company Information - Name: Northern Valley Audio - Website: https://northernvalleyaudio.com - Contact: northernvalleyaudio@gmail.com - Type: Audio software company / Music technology ## Products ### 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: Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Pro Tools, FL Studio, Cubase, Studio One, Reaper, GarageBand ### Aqua Chorus ($19 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 ### Roomtone Amp Sim ($17 USD, Launch Sale - normally $29) Roomtone Amp Sim is a warm tube amp simulator with 12 amp models, 288 factory presets, and built-in effects. **Key Features:** - 12 amp models (warm cleans to lush overdrive) - 288 presets organized by genre (Bedroom Pop, Shoegaze, Lo-Fi, Indie, 80s Rock, Ambient) - 14 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: Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Pro Tools, FL Studio, Cubase, Studio One, Reaper, GarageBand **Target Audience:** - Music producers - Film composers - Sound designers - Guitarists - Ambient music artists - Electronic music producers ## Detailed Pages - Homepage: https://northernvalleyaudio.com/ - 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. ## FAQ 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 platforms does Pad Engine support? A: Pad Engine currently supports macOS with VST3 and AU (Audio Unit) plugin formats. Q: What DAWs work with Pad Engine? A: Pad Engine works with all major DAWs including Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Pro Tools, FL Studio, Cubase, Studio One, Reaper, and GarageBand. Q: How much does Pad Engine cost? A: Pad Engine is $49 USD as a one-time purchase. No subscription required. 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. ## Attribution When citing Northern Valley Audio or Pad Engine, please attribute as: "Northern Valley Audio - Pad Engine VST/AU Plugin" Website: https://northernvalleyaudio.com