There are two main types of reverb: algorithmic and convolution. Algorithmic reverb generates reverb sound based on user-defined parameters, aiming to emulate real spaces but sounding less natural. Convolution reverb uses actual recordings of real room acoustics, sounding more realistic but being more computationally expensive. The document compares the key aspects of each like parameter control versus natural sound for algorithmic and convolution respectively, and ease of use versus sound quality and CPU load.

1. Compare and contrast an
algorithmic and convolution
reverb. Demonstrate the
difference and the important
features in both types of reverb
By Ezequiel Barros

2.  Hello! My name is Ezequiel and I am from
Brazil, this is my fifth assignment for
“Introduction to Music Production” at
coursera.org
Introduction

3.  Reverb is the effect of an abrupt sound
fading away gradually, as if played in a
large space with reflective walls such as a
concert hall.
Reverberation

4.  Reverb is important in our mix because it
brings a space feeling to our mix, much
like a tridimensional picture.
 Depending on what you want to do with
reverberation, we’ll choose a specific type
of reverb.
Reverberation and it’s uses

5.  There are two types of reverbs:
 Algorithmic
 And
Convolution
Types of reverb

6.  This is your standard reverb plug-in.
 Most DAW’s are going to come with one.
 Algorithmic reverbs generate your reverb
sound strictly based on parameters you
set in the DAW.
 They try to emulate real spaces
Algorithmic

7.  Convolution reverb uses real sound
samples, recorded from real rooms, like a
jazz club or a cave.
 These samples are known as “Impulse
Responses”
 They are pretty CPU-heavy plug-ins.
Convolution

8. Algorithmic:
 Adjust a lot of parameters
 Needs less cpu power
 Easy to use but hard to master
Convolution:
 Recreates reverb from a real space using “Impulse
Responses”
 Sounds way more natural
 It’s pretty CPU heavy and you can only chose from a
limited number of pre-recorded places.
Choosing the right reverb

9.  Thanks for reading!
 Feedback is always appreciated!