Is reverb good or bad?

Good reverb is rather subtle and enhances the signal making it broader, fuller or blended in a musical way. Bad reverb is when too much is used and the sound becomes blurry or smeared, intelligibility suffers and can be annoying.

What does reverb do to a sound?

Reverb occurs when a sound hits any hard surface and reflects back to the listener at varying times and amplitudes to create a complex echo, which carries information about that physical space. Reverb pedals or effects simulate or exaggerate natural reverberations.

Does every song need reverb?

There really is no right or wrong way when deciding whether you want to use reverb on a track or not. Ultimately, it’s a personal and artistic choice. Sometimes, you won’t know if it’s a good one or not until you try it. So add reverb to a track and see if it improves the track’s sonic quality or not.

Why is my reverb muddy?

You Don’t Time the Decay When it comes to reverb, timing matters. Reverbs that ring out too long will trample over the rhythm of a track. This can quickly lead to a muddy mix. Short reverbs can be problematic too—specifically in downtempo tracks, where there’s lots of space between notes.

When should you use reverb?

One of the main reasons you must learn how to use reverb is to create DEPTH in your mixes. You do this by applying more reverberation on some instruments than others. When a sound or melody line has more reverb, it sounds FURTHER away from the listener. When a sound has less it sounds CLOSER.

How do you choose a reverb?

An Easy Way to Choose the Right Reverb

1. Think about the tempo of the song.
2. Think about the wetness of the song.
3. Think about the lushness of the arrangement.
4. Think about the rhythm of the vocal track.
5. Think about the room.
6. EQ Your Reverb.

What kind of reverb is best for vocals?

And in general, that’s why plate reverb works well on vocals. Now, let’s go back to the idea of short decay times, because shorter decay times also work well on vocals, because we don’t want to make the vocal go too far back in the mix.

Why does my reverb sound so bad?

You Use Too Much Reverb takes up lots of space. Use too much of it, and you’ll run out of room for other tracks in your mix. This can lead to a record that sounds muddy and unclear. A good rule of thumb is to turn up the reverb until you can hear it, and then back off a bit.