Tarantula
Key Features
- Stereo chorus effect designed around a simple classic hardware-inspired workflow
- Four chorus modes based on Dreamwave's favorite settings from loved chorus effect boxes
- Standard triangle wave LFO for familiar, steady modulation movement
- Hyper triangle LFO for a more obvious chorus effect on thin synths or leads
- Works well as a quick width and thickening tool for guitars, synths, keys, and vocals
- Distributed through Dreamwave's macOS and Windows installer with license-key activation
Description
Tarantula is a stereo chorus plugin from Dreamwave built around a simple classic-chorus workflow. It focuses on fast width, movement, and vintage modulation color rather than deep parameter editing.
The plugin gives you four chorus modes inspired by Dreamwave's favorite settings on classic chorus effect boxes. It also includes a standard triangle LFO and a more pronounced hyper triangle LFO, which makes it useful when a synth lead, electric piano, guitar, or vocal needs extra thickness without a complicated setup.
Its strength is the no-fuss character: choose a mode, set the LFO behavior, and use it as a quick sweetener for parts that already work but feel too narrow or flat. The official page positions Tarantula as easy to use, while the source coverage highlights it as a distinct classic chorus option for vocals and instruments.
Dreamwave distributes Tarantula through its shared Dreamwave installer for macOS and Windows, with a separate free license checkout that emails the activation key. The developer page currently lists the license as free and does not describe it as a limited-time promotion.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of chorus sound does Tarantula focus on?
Tarantula is built for classic stereo chorus color rather than surgical modulation design. The four modes and two LFO options make it better suited to fast thickening, widening, and vintage movement.
Does Tarantula require activation?
Yes. Dreamwave states that its plugins use activation that requires an internet connection, and the Tarantula section says the free license key is sent to your inbox.
Is Tarantula a separate installer?
Dreamwave currently provides shared Dreamwave installers for macOS and Windows. Those installers include Tarantula alongside the company's other plugins, so you may need to install the bundle and activate Tarantula with its own license.
Where does Tarantula work best in a mix?
Use it when a part needs more spread, motion, or classic chorus character without a complex setup. It is especially relevant for synth leads, electric pianos, guitars, vocals, and other sources that feel narrow or a little flat.
