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for a lush lead vocal, piano, or guitar, especially when looking for a classic rock and
roll sound.
Plate
Plate is a variation on Large Plate. This version is not as "thick" and can sound better
on drums and percussion.
Nonlinear
This reverb effect's direction can be set either forwards or backwards. Selecting the
forward direction provides a classic "Gated" digital reverb sound. Selecting the
reverse direction gives you a backwards reverb sound. A popular trick in the 80's
was to record the reverb with the tape flipped over, so it would play backwards in
the mix. The reverse reverb is a useful effect for drums and other percussive sounds –
adding space without washing out the instrument.
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