![]() While we’re on the basic controls, the pre-delay is either time or tempo selectable which makes adjusting pre-delay to the rhythm of the song simple. This value changes as you alter Decay Rate and Space control respectively.ĭistance from the source can also be adjusted with the Distance control and like all reverbs, mix is controlled with the Mix knob that can be locked from preset to preset to maintain the exact mix setting needed for the track. ![]() This control in combination with the Space control make up the final decay time that is calculated and displayed in the center of the Space control. Once the space is determined, the Decay Rate can be used to trim the percentage of decay within the model. ![]() These decay times are perfectly matched to the room models and cannot be unlinked (although I bet it would be fun to have an option to unlink the two for less natural sounding reverbs). Unlike other reverbs that switch solely between a types of environments, the lines are blurred between spaces to give you the best of both worlds to create the exact space you desire. The Space Control knob is a stepless knob that relates the room model (displayed by shapes in yellow) with the ideal decay time (from 200ms to 10second decays). Yes, this plugin has your typical Pre-delay, Mix, input and output controls, but right in the top middle, a knob bigger than the rest prominently rests. FabFilter really take the intimidation factor out of the reverb experience. Visual feedback is a must with any reverb plugin and all settings that need feedback are displayed prominently. ![]() Instead of relying on only a number system, each control uses descriptions primarily with number controls being secondary. Even the reverb specific controls and meters are laid out in a manner than almost any person familiar to working inside of a DAW can start tweaking controls fast and effectively. Most of the normal features exist in the same position as other plugins, making adapting to new controls easy. Like all other plugins, Pro-R exists in a resizable Retina interface complete with easy to read metering, controls, packed neatly into the GUI. The interface is very familiar for any FabFilter user. This is perfect given that I still haven’t found a plugin that can create the ideal room reverb setting I have in my head. While algorithmic versions are mainly created to make natural sounding spaces, this plugin has some features that look appealing enough to create both natural and other-worldly effects. FabFilter Pro-R is an algorithmic reverb that caters to creating the exact space desired. The result is a reverb plugin that plays by its own rules. Pro-R follows this formula along with both old and new tricks only FabFilter can put together. What sets FabFilter apart from other plugin designers is simple: this company takes intricate controls and unique features and places them in an easy-to-use, brand distinct minimalist interface. FabFilter is throwing their hat in the ring with Pro-R. With impulse response libraries, algorithmic models, and digital creations of vintage hardware units, it seems there’s really no more ground to cover. It seems every virtual synth designer has ported the reverb module from their virtual instruments into a plugin form. The landscape of reverb plugins is getting more densely populated by the day.
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