Checked September 2026
FabFilter
FabFilter Timeless 3 review
Delay
Modulation-driven delay plug-in with analog tape delay character and up to 16 taps. Best for creative, modulated tape-style delay effects. Price: $149 one-time.
Key features
- Analog tape delay modeling
- 50-slot modulation matrix
- Up to 16 customizable delay taps
- Five creative effects: Drive, Lo-Fi, Diffuse, Dynamics, Pitch
- Up to 6 analog-sounding filters
Pros
- Deep modulation matrix makes delays feel alive and evolving.
- Wide range of built-in creative effects beyond basic delay.
Cons
- Extensive parameter set can be overwhelming for simple delay needs.
FabFilter Timeless 3 alternatives
Digital, tape, BBD, ping-pong, and pitch-shifting delay plugin covering classic and modern echo styles.
VST3supportedAUsupportedAAXsupportedCLAPnot supportedWINsupportedMACsupportedLNXnot supportedFree frequency shifter combined with an analog-style echo for psychedelic dub effects.
VST3supportedAUsupportedAAXsupportedCLAPnot supportedWINsupportedMACsupportedLNXnot supported- $199once
Soundtoys
EchoBoy
Delay plug-in modeling 30 vintage and modern echo devices in one interface.
VST3supportedAUsupportedAAXsupportedCLAPnot supportedWINsupportedMACsupportedLNXnot supported
Compared
- FabFilter Timeless 3 vs Valhalla Delay
- FabFilter Timeless 3 vs Valhalla Freq Echo
- FabFilter Timeless 3 vs EchoBoy
- FabFilter Timeless 3 vs Replika
- FabFilter Timeless 3 vs ChowMatrix
Sources: www.fabfilter.com, www.fabfilter.com