Reverb Machines: Cloud - Strymon BigSky User Manual

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Reverb Machines: Cloud

A gorgeously big, ambient reverb that draws from techniques developed in the late '70s. Using processing power not dreamed
of in those days, the Cloud reverb machine obscures the distinction between reality and fantasy.
PARAMETERS:
Low End:
Diffusion:
TIPS & TRICKS:
The cascaded input diffusion blocks create an expanded 'early' reverb. This results in a longer overall
reverb time than the displayed tank decay time, most noticeable when the Decay knob is set to low
values.
From min to 2:00, the Modulation knob adjusts the amount of modulation (developed by a quadrature
oscillator at a frequency harmonious to the Cloud generator) that is applied to the input diffusor
sections. Past 2:00, the frequency of the quadrature oscillators is increased.
The modulation scheme was developed to allow for high degrees of modulation without muddying up
the sustaining reverberation tail.
The Cloud reverb can take any modest guitar or synth sound and turn it into a gorgeous ensemble.
Adjusts the low frequency content of the Cloud reverb. Higher values allow more low
frequency content.
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Adds diffusors in front of and within the reverb generator. At minimum there is no
diffusion effect, and the cloud effect is 'grainy', yet mesmerizing, on transient attacks.
As Diffusion is increased, the reverb is smoothed and softened.
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