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SP2016 Reverb

Classic Room, Stereo Room and Hi-Density Plate

SP2016 Reverb

Classic Room, Stereo Room and Hi-Density Plate

Reverb Time Machine

The SP2016 was the first programmable effects box available on the market. It introduced the concept of the ‘plug-in’ to the pro audio world back in 1982, with actual hardware chips that would be plugged in under the hood. Revered for its signature reverbs, the SP2016 was notably used by Dave Pensado, George Massenburg, Alan Sides, Roy Hendrickson, Jack Douglas, and Mick Guzauski. The lush reverb can be heard on countless hit records by Talking Heads, Adele, Mariah Carey, Eminem, and more. Now, 36 years later, this signature sound is available for your DAW.

Six Distinct Reverbs

The SP2016 has gained a loyal following for its natural and distinctive sound. The plug-in features three unique reverb algorithms—Room, Stereo Room, and Hi-Density Plate—each available in two versions: Vintage and Modern. The Vintage algorithms faithfully replicate the original hardware, including the lower bit-depth. The Modern algorithms are brighter, more diffuse, and utilize a higher bit-depth.

Sitting in the Mix

With the unique Position control, the ability to make a reverb effect that sits perfectly in your mix is as easy as moving one slider. This powerful tool allows you to take your listeners from the back of the room all the way to the stage while retaining all of your other settings.

Features

Three distinct reverb types:

Includes artist presets by Dave Pensado, Richard Devine, Joe Chiccarelli, Sasha, George Massenburg, The Butcher Bros., Buda & Grandz, Erin Tonkon, and more.

“I’m obsessed with the Eventide SP2016 plug-in. It sounds just like the hardware version…It’s an awesome tool and I’m using it all over my latest mixes!”

—Erin Tonkon
David Bowie, Lady Lamb, Esperanza Spalding

“The Eventide SP2016 was a unique reverb unit. It was the perfect Snare drum or lead vocal reverb…It fits nicely in the track and never overtakes its original sound source.”

—Joe Chiccarelli
The Strokes, Morrissey, Young The Giant, U2

“The Eventide SP2016 is our new favorite reverb. It maintains that classic sound while giving you updated new options. You can get really creative with this one!”

Buda & Grandz
Dave East, Jadakiss, Neyo, Juelz Santana, 50 Cent

“The way it works, the way it processes sound… it just does something that I can’t find anywhere else.”

—Phil Nicolo
John Lennon, Bob Dylan, Urge Overkill, Aerosmith

“The SP2016 brings the authentic sound of hardware to plug-in format. It sounds great on everything I throw on it. Fantastic job!”

Alex Solano
Pulsating Waves, Alex Pro Mix

“I really love how the two different options between vintage and modern offer a ton of choice around the zeitgeist of space design… Nobody does reverb better than Eventide, and the SP2016 is another brilliant example of this.”

—Andrew Emil
AstraVox Music, Change Request

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Reviews

This is quickly becoming my favorite reverb…The amount of presets it comes with really speaks to the overall versatility of a few algorithms and controls.

SP2016 is more than just a plug-in emulation. It encapsulates a significant chapter in audio production in which digital effects proved their worth and flexibility.

It sounds gorgeous and sits in the mix effortlessly…this is an excellent software representation of the first programmable studio effects processor.


System Requirements

We recommend you download a 14-day demo to check before buying.
Windows 10+
AAX 64-bit, VST2 64-bit, VST3 64-bit
macOS 10.14+, Intel and Apple Silicon
AAX 64-bit, AU 64-bit, VST3 64-bit
iLok Account Required
No physical dongle necessary

Compatibility

Our plug-ins should work with any compatible DAW. We test against the following:
Pro Tools
Ableton
Logic Pro
Cubase
FL Studio
Reaper
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