But it’s usually a good idea to keep the edits small. Most convolution reverb plugins have some editing capabilities. A convolution reverb doesn’t allow the extent of programming you get with normal algorithmic reverbs. What’s the catch? Flexibility.Ĭonvolution technique is somewhat rigid as it is based on recorded samples of the original source. With convolution, you can get the sound of some super expensive hardware units inside your computer for free.
Convolution technique can be applied to just about to anything from reverbs to EQ’s, compressors and preamps. It applies those properties onto any sound you are feeding into the plugin. A convolution reverb plugin uses this impulse file to determine the properties of the reverb. An impulse file is a short burst of audio recorded in a real space or through a hardware reverb unit. What is a convolution reverb?Ĭonvolution technology can be used to capture ambiances and then reproduce them on the computer. If you’re already familiar with the topic, feel free to skip the intro. First, I’ll give you a quick introduction to convolution reverbs. Here’s a little resource with some great free reverb impulses to explore.
It can be sometimes hard to find good free impulse responses.
