Lexicon PCM Native Reverb Plug-in Bundle

Full Description

Complex reverb in a simplified interface

With the flexibility to run each algorithm in mono, stereo, or a combination of both, you have complete control over your sound. The thoughtfully designed interface boasts Input and Output Meters, as well as a graphical EQ section, allowing effortless adjustments to early and late reflections.

One of the standout features is our multi-dimensional real-time display, prominently positioned at the centre of the screen. Choose from three screens, each showcasing different frequency stages of the algorithm, empowering you to sculpt your desired sound with precision.

The user interface presents nine essential parameters for intuitive customization, while also offering the option to delve deeper into the algorithm's full matrix of parameters. Compare your custom presets to the originals and seamlessly save your perfect sound. Moreover, our plugin enables you to load presets into various DAWs, providing enhanced versatility.

Embrace a wealth of algorithms and presets that envelop your vocals and instruments with captivating musical ambience, recreating panoramically wonderful spaces. The PCM Native Reverb Bundle delivers the finest collection of reverbs, now available as a multi-platform native software plug-in, ensuring compatibility and ease of use.

Chamber

Explore the captivating world of the Chamber reverb, inspired by the original echo chambers renowned for their high-end reverberation. These unique spaces, characterized by small-to-medium size and irregularly shaped, highly reflective walls, paved the way for immersive audio experiences.

Within the echo chamber, a carefully arranged setup featured microphones and speakers. The input signal would be sent to the speakers, creating an enchanting reverb that was captured by the microphones. Even today, numerous exceptional echo chambers can be found in operation around the world, preserving the rich heritage of this iconic reverberation technique.

The chamber algorithm embodies distinct characteristics, including rapid high density and an emphasis on avoiding noticeable wall slaps. This intricate miniature-space effect can resemble an echo chamber at lower settings, while at higher settings, it simulates the ambience of a small performance space with a quicker buildup of reflection density compared to a traditional hall.

Immerse yourself in the randomized reverberant tails produced by the Chamber reverb, adding an element of unpredictability and enhancing the naturalness of the audio environment.

Hall

Highly acclaimed by live sound and recording engineers for their exceptional ability to recreate the captivating musical ambience of expansive and panoramic spaces, Lexicon Hall stands out from the crowd of hall reverbs. Whether it's classical ensembles or diverse genres, it has proven indispensable.

The hall serves as the primary venue for classical ensembles, offering generous dimensions with wall-to-wall distances spanning several tens of meters. Smaller halls cater to more intimate ensembles. The hallmark of a Lexicon's Hall sound is characterized by a remarkably low initial reflection density, with minimal reflection energy before 60-100 milliseconds. The gradual density buildup is attributed to the greater distances between reflecting surfaces. The reverberation time is slightly longer, while lower frequencies tend to resonate more than higher frequencies.

The new hall algorithm, akin to Random Hall and Concert Hall, embodies these fundamental characteristics while offering a smoother and more even decay. Its initial density is even lower than that of Random Hall, making it an excellent choice for achieving unobtrusive reverberation when needed.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Lexicon reverb, where these meticulously crafted algorithms transport your audio to breathtaking virtual halls, faithfully reproducing the mesmerizing acoustics and immersive spaces that captivate listeners.

Random Hall

Known for its exceptional ability to faithfully recreate the captivating musical ambience of expansive and panoramic spaces, Random Hall can transport listeners into wide, immersive sonic environments.

Random Hall, closely related to Hall, offers a gradual density buildup and is particularly suited for complex sounds like orchestral music. It incorporates controlled random variations in its reverberators over time, skillfully avoiding any undesirable tinny, grainy, or metallic colourations. The noticeable modulation it imparts is often sought after and celebrated. Random Hall stands as one of the timeless classic Lexicon sounds.

Customize the early reflections in Random Hall, adjusting their amplitude and delay to shape your desired reflection patterns. The "Delay Master" control allows you to expand or contract the pattern in time, while the "Early Level" control sets the overall level of the reflections. Achieving optimal reflection patterns may require some expertise, but the results are well worth the effort.

While a hall primarily serves as a venue for classical ensembles, its versatility extends to all genres of music. These comparatively large spaces feature wall-to-wall distances spanning several tens of meters. Smaller halls cater to more intimate ensembles. The characteristic sound of a hall is defined by its remarkably low initial reflection density, with minimal reflection energy before 60-100 milliseconds. The gradual density buildup, attributed to the larger distances between reflecting surfaces, contributes to a longer reverberation time. Notably, lower frequencies tend to resonate for a longer duration than higher frequencies, adding a touch of delightful irregularity to the decay.

Plate

Inspired by the ingenious design of a large, the Plate algorithm emulates the thin metal sheet suspended upright under tension on springs that creates the signature Plate sound. Equipped with transducers, the plate vibrates in response to transmitted signals, creating an illusion of sound originating from a vast, open space. The Plate plug-in faithfully replicates the unique characteristics of plate reverberators, known for their high initial diffusion and distinctively bright, coloured sound.

Plate reverbs excel in enhancing percussion sounds, thanks to their ability to become an integral part of the music. They add a touch of mellowness and thickness to the initial sound itself, creating a rich and immersive sonic experience. The iconic plate sound is often associated with the very essence of reverb and finds wide application across various genres of popular music.

Unleash the power of the Plate reverb and infuse your audio with the mesmerizing qualities of this renowned effect. Let it transport your sounds to expansive sonic landscapes, adding depth, character, and a touch of magic to your music.

Vintage Plate

The Vintage Plate plug-in faithfully emulates the distinct characteristics of plate reverberators. It showcases high initial diffusion and a vibrant, coloured sound, making it an excellent choice for enhancing percussion elements. Specifically designed to be an integral part of the music, Vintage Plate adds a touch of mellowness and thickness to the initial sound, elevating the overall sonic experience.

The plate sound holds a special place in the collective understanding of reverb, being instantly recognizable and highly versatile across various genres of popular music. It has become synonymous with the very essence of reverberation.

The Vintage Plate algorithm combines the new equalization enhancements inspired by the PCM96 plate, while also capturing the unique characteristics of older plate implementations. It boasts its own distinct "voice" with varying input diffusion, delivering a nuanced sonic response. Additionally, the algorithm features an extra pair of echo voices, further expanding its sonic capabilities.

Concert Hall

Renowned Lexicon® Hall, Concert Hall, and Random Hall reverb algorithms are consistently favoured by live sound and recording engineers due to their unparalleled capacity to replicate the captivating ambience of vast, spacious, and panoramic environments. This reverb represents an enhanced version of one of Lexicon's earliest algorithms that played a crucial role in shaping the mixes of the late seventies and eighties.

This less-dense reverb adds richness to a mix without overshadowing the dry source material, featuring prominent modulation that creates striking pitch effects at higher settings. The reverb tail possesses its unique charm, making it suitable for pop music but less ideal for jazz or classical applications. Halls serve as primary venues for classical ensembles, but they have also proven valuable for various music genres.

Halls are typically expansive, with wall-to-wall distances spanning several tens of meters. Smaller halls cater to more intimate ensembles. The distinct sound of a hall exhibits very low initial reflection density, with minimal reflection energy before 60-100 milliseconds. Density buildup occurs gradually due to the increased distances between reflective surfaces. Additionally, reverberation time is somewhat extended, and lower frequencies tend to reverberate longer than higher ones in most halls.

Room

The Room algorithm, first introduced in the PCM96, stands as one of the most versatile algorithms ever developed by Lexicon®. It enables users to effortlessly select, scale, and equalize reflection patterns while processing audio and even allows for instant room size modification or reversal. This algorithm shares similarities with other Lexicon® reverbs in its ability to create the illusion of space, but it also possesses distinct features.

A room is composed of a selectable early impulse derived from actual room measurements, with several categories of responses available, such as small rooms, large rooms, and odd rooms (impulses from unconventional sources). The algorithm offers parameters to adjust this response, including scaling and reversing the response, which is often sufficient for various applications.

Reviews

"Whether you're working on film, folk music, orchestra or pop, this is the perfect plug‑in bundle" - Sound on Sound

"Amazing Sound. Easy to Use. Loads of expertly crafted presets. Lexicon has given us a classy software reverb that sounds just as good as its fabled hardware. 4.5/5" - Music Radar

"This is the reverb bundle to beat." - EMusician

"The bottom line here is that the PCM Native Reverb Plug-in Bundle looks and sounds like a PCM96 and worked instantly and flawlessly in my DAW...This may be the first time a high-end manufacturer has created a fully functional emulation of a top-selling hardware unit with no limitations." - Audio Technology

Features

• Seven legendary Lexicon Reverbs including Vintage Plate, Plate, Hall, Room, Random Hall, Concert Hall, Chamber
• Countless expertly designed studio presets for instant inspiration
• Compatible with any AAX, VST, Audio Unit, or RTAS-supported DAW for a seamless experience
• Real-time graphical representation showcasing the frequency spectrogram of each reverb algorithm
• Intuitive visual EQ section for effortless tweaking of early and late reflections
• Complete parameter control and automation capabilities
• Input and output audio level meters for efficient monitoring of signal levels entering and leaving the reverb

Specifications

• Operating system:
  • Mac: OS 10.4 or later
  • Windows: Windows XP, Vista and 7
• Format: AAV, VST, AU and RTAS
• Processor: 1.6GHz and AMD processors or above
• RAM: 1GB
• Screen resolution: 1280 x 800
• Disk space: 500MB
• Activation: iLok2 or later USB Authorization Required
• Product code: LEX0065