TC electronic SDN BHD G-Natural user manual Effects Reverb, Reverb Types, Common Reverb Parameters

EFFECTS - REVERB

Reverb Types

G-Natural features four different reverb classics. All types have identical editable parameters, but the reverbs’ characteristics vary.

Spring

The Spring algorithm is designed to reproduce the sound of old spring reverbs, such as the ones used in vintage guitar amps.

Hall

The Hall algorithm simulates a rather large hall and preserves the natural characteristics of the source material. Excellent when you strive for a discrete Reverb with medium to long Decay times.

Room

The Living Room type simulates a relatively small, well furnished room. In such a room, many reflections are absorbed by soft materials, and the source signal is reflected and sustained mainly from the walls.

Plate

Before the digital era, either reverberating springs or large metallic plates were used to create reverb effects. Plate reverbs sound diffuse and bright. They can be used to make the processed signal “stand out”, rather than blend naturally.

These brief introductions should only give you a hint in terms of choosing the right one for a given application. Take some time to listen to the different types, experiment and don’t be afraid to be innovative!

Common Reverb Parameters

Decay

Range: 0.1 to 20 seconds

The Decay parameter determines the length of the reverb diffuse field. The length is defined as the time it takes for the diffuse field to decay approximately by 60dB.

PreDly – Pre-Delay

Range: 0 to 100ms

This parameter defines a short delay placed between the direct signal and the reverb diffuse field. Use pre-delay to keep the source material clear and undisturbed from the more diffuse Reverb Diffuse Field arriving shortly after.

Color

The Color parameter can apply dramatic changes to characteristics and style of the reverb – from “dark” and “ambient” to “crisp” and “bright”.

Mix

Range: 0 to 100%

This parameter sets the relationship between the dry signal and the level of the effect in this effect block.

Delay Types

G-Natural offers the following delay types.

Clean Delay

The Clean Delay effect is the most simple and basic delay type in G-Natural. It comprises a single delay line with all the common parameters and it gives a clear reproduction of the source material.

Analog Delay

The Analog Delay rolls off the high-end frequencies, giving you delay repeats with less edge that very often blend better and sound more natural in the mix.

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