Sunset Sound Studio Reverb II by IK Multimedia reverb plugin interface

Sunset Sound Studio Reverb II: Live-Room Reverb Plugin by IK Multimedia

Sunset Sound Studio Reverb II is a reverb plugin from IK Multimedia that recreates the live rooms of Sunset Sound studios, with discrete source positioning, two independent reverb engines and adjustable room size.

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01Overview

Sunset Sound Studio Reverb II is a standalone and expanded evolution of IK Multimedia's T-RackS reverb. It models the live rooms of Studios 1, 2 and 3 using Volumetric Response Modeling, a method that changes the room response with the position of the sound source rather than relying on a single static impulse response. The plugin is aimed at producers and engineers who want authentic room character with flexible control over size, source placement and routing.

Best for

Vocal room ambience
Drum room reverb
Cinematic reverb tails
Layered room blends
Brass and guitar cabinets

Developer: IK Multimedia
Category: Reverbs
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

27 discrete source positions per studio, captured without interpolation
Two independent reverb engines with parallel routing
336 live room stereo impulse responses
Directional and Omni sound source modes
Size control from 0% to 200% of impulse response length
Per-channel EQ and stereo control on each engine
Variable acoustic dampening states in Studios 1 and 3
Selectable API/DeMedio and NEVE 8880 signal path emulations

03In depth

Source Positioning and Room Response

Version II includes a Live Room Positioning System with up to 27 discrete source locations per studio. Each position was captured separately rather than interpolated, so changes in boundary reinforcement and early reflections follow the source's place in the room.

Studios 1 and 3 also offer variable dampening states that model movable absorption panels. Switching between these states changes decay and tonal balance, giving you several room characters within one studio.

Dual Engines, Size Control and Source Modes

Two fully independent reverb engines run in parallel, so you can combine live rooms with chambers, iso booths, EMT plates and AKG spring reverbs. Each engine has its own EQ, stereo control and routing.

Size scales the impulse response length from 0% to 200% while keeping the early reflection structure. Directional mode suits vocals, guitar cabinets and brass, while Omni mode suits drums, piano and ensembles.

Mixing Workflow and Analog Color

The 3D interface shows source movement, diffusion, dampening and routing changes as they happen. The developer also includes two preamp and signal path emulations, an API/DeMedio Sunset Sound Custom and a Class-A Discrete NEVE 8880, to add harmonic content to the sound.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

Developer	IK Multimedia
Type	Plugin
Category	Reverb
Formats	VST3, AU, AAX
Operating systems	Windows, macOS
Architecture	64-bit

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does Sunset Sound Studio Reverb II support?

It is available in VST3, AU and AAX formats, all 64-bit.

Which operating systems are supported?

It runs on Windows and macOS. The macOS version needs macOS 10.15 or newer and an Apple M1 or Intel Core i5 processor. The Windows version needs Windows 10 (64-bit) or newer and an ASIO compatible sound card.