types of reverb – Inside The Recording Studio

Unlock Your Creativity with these Dynamic Reverb Choices!

Reverb is one of the most powerful tools in a producer’s arsenal. It can create depth, mood, and space—or muddy your mix beyond repair if you’re not careful. In this episode of Inside the Recording Studio, Chris and Jody revisit the world of reverb, breaking down the different types available today and showing how to use them effectively across instruments.

From lush plates to cavernous halls, tight rooms to shimmering springs, they explore the sonic fingerprints of each type. More importantly, they show you where reverb shines: what works beautifully on vocals, what adds magic to guitars, and what to avoid if you don’t want your drums sounding like they’re recorded at the bottom of a canyon.

Chris and Jody also share their own workflows and preferences—what they personally reach for on vocals, how they blend reverbs for unique textures, and a few “hidden secrets” of layering different spaces to create a mix that breathes. Ever wondered why a vocal sounds polished and enveloping on one record, but flat on another? It often comes down to how reverb is stacked and shaped.

You’ll walk away with recording setup tips, ideas for experimenting with reverb plugins and hardware, and the confidence to try creative approaches rather than relying on presets alone. Whether you’re building out your home studio gear or refining your pro workflow, this episode will help you unlock the emotional and spatial power of reverb in your productions.

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Gear we used:
Jody’s Mic & Voice Chain: Telefunken C12 – Groove Tubes Vipre – Apollo – UA Neve 1073 – UA LA2A – UA Studer A800
Jody’s Channel Strip: iZotope RX Spectral DeNoise – iZotope RX Mouth DeClick – UA Neve 1073 – UA LA2A – UA 1176E

Chris’ Mic & Voice Chain: Slate ML1 – Apollo – UA – Slate VMR (FG12, FG73, API Eq, SSL 4kE) – iZotope RX Voice – DeNoise
Chris’ Channel Strip: Eventide Precision Time Align – iZotope RX Spectral DeNoise – iZotope RX Mouth DeClick – UA Neve 1073 – UA LA2A – UA 1176E

Master: Oek Sound Soothe 2 – iZotope Ozone Imager – iZotope Ozone Maximize.

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Overview of Reverb: It’s More Than an Effect — It’s a Space

Reverb: The Space Your Mix Has Been Waiting For

This week on Inside the Recording Studio, Chris and Jody step into the sonic void to explore one of the most essential and ear-catching effects in music production: reverb.

Whether you’re working in a bedroom studio or a commercial space, reverb is often the first “wow” effect added to a track — and for good reason. But not all reverb is created equal. In this episode, Chris and Jody break down the different types of reverb (plate, room, hall, spring, convolution, and more), and share practical insights into when and why to use each one.

From lush vocals to massive drum rooms, they unpack how reverb helps create depth, atmosphere, and that elusive “finished” sound. You’ll also hear their personal go-to uses, reverb chain strategies, and a few hot takes on when not to reach for it.

Of course, it wouldn’t be Inside the Recording Studio without a few laughs, some playful nonsense, and this week’s Gold Star word — hidden somewhere in the ambient mist.

Stick around for Friday Finds, where Chris and Jody each bring a new tool or tip that could give your mixes more space and clarity (and maybe even a few more fans).

Shoutout: Benjamin Layton, Chris Bjornn, Liquid Sonics