SP2016 Reverb by Eventide reverb plugin interface

SP2016 Reverb: Vintage and Modern Reverb Plugin by Eventide Free Download

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SP2016 Reverb is a reverb plugin by Eventide that emulates the Room, Stereo Room and Hi-Density Plate algorithms of the SP2016 studio rack processor, each in Vintage and Modern versions.

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01Overview

SP2016 Reverb is Eventide's reverb plugin built around algorithms from the SP2016, a studio rack processor introduced in 1982. The plugin offers three reverb types, Room, Stereo Room and Hi-Density Plate, each available in a Vintage version that follows the original hardware and a Modern version that is brighter and more diffuse. A Position control moves the reverb from the back of the room toward the stage, and an EQ section filters the reverb's high and low end.

Best for

Vocal reverb
Drum room ambience
Acoustic guitar space
Reverberant doubling
Mix depth placement
Plate reverb on percussion

Developer: Eventide
Category: Reverbs
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Room algorithm: mono effect with stereo outputs and wide Pre-Delay range
Stereo Room algorithm recreating a large concert hall ambience
Hi-Density Plate algorithm with dual pickups for a bigger plate sound
Vintage versions modeled on the original hardware, down to bit depth
Modern versions with brighter, more diffuse reverb and higher bit depth
Position control for moving the reverb within the mix
Adjustable high and low EQ filtering on the reverb signal
Artist presets including ones by Dave Pensado, Richard Devine and Joe Chiccarelli

03In depth

Reverb Types and Vintage vs. Modern Algorithms

The plugin includes three reverb algorithms. Room is a basic ambient room with a mono input and stereo outputs, and its wide Pre-Delay range makes it useful for reverberant doubling and single echoes. Stereo Room recreates the ambience of a large concert hall with clear, natural reverberation, and Hi-Density Plate uses dual pickups to simulate a larger, heavier plate.

Each algorithm comes in two versions. Vintage versions are modeled on the original box, down to its bit depth. Modern versions are brighter, more diffuse and use a higher bit depth.

Controls for Placing Reverb in a Mix

The Position control is the main tool for placing the reverb in a mix. Moving one slider shifts the effect's perceived distance while keeping your other settings. PreDelay, Decay, Position and Diffusion let you shape the reverb's structure, and the EQ section offers high and low filtering with adjustable ranges. The low filter can cut or boost at the chosen frequency.

Stereo Room suits vocals, drums, acoustic guitar, strings and horns where a natural sound is the goal. Hi-Density Plate is aimed at making vocals, guitars and percussion sound larger and brighter.

04Specs

Will it run?

Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.

Developer	Eventide
Type	Plugin
Category	Reverb
Formats	VST3, VST2, AU, AAX
Operating systems	Windows, macOS
Architecture	64-bit
Free trial	Yes

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does SP2016 Reverb support?

SP2016 Reverb is available in VST3, VST2, AU and AAX formats. It runs on Windows and macOS and is 64-bit only.

What do I need to run SP2016 Reverb?

On Windows, it requires Windows 10 or later, with Windows 11 supported. On Mac, it requires macOS 10.14 or later, with Intel and Apple Silicon supported. No iLok dongle is needed, but a free iLok account is required for authorization.

Does SP2016 Reverb include presets?

Yes. It includes artist presets, including some by Dave Pensado, Richard Devine, Joe Chiccarelli, Sasha, George Massenburg, The Butcher Bros., Buda and Grandz.