Magazine | Reverbs

Nov 12, 2019

6 Tips for Using Reverb on Drums in Your Mix

Drums are a living, breathing instrument and require ambiance around them to sing properly. Each space will convey a distinct vibe to the song—learn how to shape your drum reverbs for the sound you want.

Oct 28, 2019

Renaissance Quick Look: R-Verb

Waves Renaissance Reverb gives you complete and intuitive control over your reverb parameters, allowing you to sculpt the perfect spatial FX setting for every track. Learn how to use this versatile and rich-sounding reverb processor.

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Oct 16, 2019

8 Tips for Mixing and Producing '80s Sounds

Technology in the 1980s changed the game for record making, as synthesizers, drum machines, automation, sampling and other studio trickery entered the market. Draw inspiration from the era’s sounds for your mixes.

Oct 10, 2019

Craig’s Mix Tips: Doubling Up Your Reverbs

A good reverb can add life, depth and richness to a track. But sometimes two reverbs together are what’s needed. Learn how to create innovative, musically useful effects by doubling up your reverb plugins.

Sep 05, 2019

Guitar Reverb: How to Get More Creative in Your Mix

Why settle for the same familiar sounds with guitar reverb in your mix? With a few simple concepts and some creativity, you can customize your guitar reverb treatments for the song and take them to the next level.

Jul 09, 2019

Plate vs. Chamber Reverb: Abbey Road Plugins Compared

Reverb molded the sound of vintage recordings. Learn what makes Abbey Road’s Plate and Chamber reverbs—used by the Beatles and Pink Floyd among others—so special, and how to use them effectively in your music.

May 22, 2019

4 Vocal Reverb Tips to Make Your Mix Sing

Reverb can put a vocal in a myriad of different spaces, but your choice of space and how you set the parameters will dramatically affect the mood of the track. Learn how to tweak your vocal reverb to make your mix sing.

May 05, 2019

Create Lush Vocal Spaces with Abbey Road Reverb Plates

Watch how to add depth, atmosphere and character to your vocals, and help lead and backing vocals fit together in the mix. Mixer Sean Divine shows you how, using the Abbey Road Reverb Plates plugin.

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May 01, 2019

Rank Your Favorite Reverb Plugins

What are your go-to reverbs? Do you choose organic, realistic sounding room and plate models, or do you prefer '80s style digital reverb effects? Tell us what you use in your mixes!

Apr 17, 2019

How to Create Realistic Room Sounds Using Reverb

Reverb has the unique ability to make instruments in the mix sound like they’re being played in the same room. Learn how to tweak your reverbs to get the most accurate sounding space for your song.