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Universal Audio Lexicon 224 Digital Reverb

An era-defining digital reverb.

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Description

From the moment it was unleashed in 1978, the Lexicon 224 Digital Reverb " with its tactile, slider-based controller and famously lush reverb tail " single-handedly defined the sound of an entire era.

From Talking Heads' Remain In Light to U2's The Unforgettable Fire,* the Lexicon 224 remains one of the most popular digital reverb units of all time. Now you can track and mix with this singular piece of audio history with the Lexicon 224 Reverb plug-in.

Use of artist names does not constitute an official endorsement of Lexicon 224 Digital Reverb software.

A Breakthrough in Emulation
Using the exact algorithms and control processor code from the original hardware, the Lexicon 224 plug-in precisely captures all eight legendary reverb programs and the chorus program " based on the Lexicon 224's final and hard-to-find firmware version 4.4. The Lexicon 224 plug-in also incorporates the original hardware's input transformers and early AD/DA 12-bit gain stepping converters.

Easy Navigation
Every parameter from the original hardware is present in the Lexicon 224 plug-in, and exposed as dedicated sliders and buttons. Lexicon's distinctive Bass/Mid 'split decay" adjustments and Crossover control set the highly tunable reverb image, while the Treble Decay rolls off high frequencies. Use the Depth control to adjust the distance between source and reverb, while Predelay produces a short delay between the sound source and the onset of reverberation. Diffusion affects how quickly the echo density in the reverb builds up over time.

Modeled to the Last Detail
For total authenticity, the UA-exclusive System Noise control enables or disables the inherent dynamic system noise of the original Lexicon 224 hardware " removing the modeled gain stepping, parameter zippering, and quiescent noise. Clicking the "Open" text to the right of the display panel exposes several hidden controls, including Input/Output gain and Pitch Shift, and even a selectable "Bug Fix" mode which enables/disables historical bug fixes from the Hall B and Chorus programs. Taken together, the Lexicon 224 plug-in is the world's most authentic model of a true studio classic.

Key Benefits

  • Use any audio interface, with both UAD Native and Apollo Realtime/UAD-2 versions included
  • Track and mix with the legendary Lexicon 224 Digital Reverb, using the same algorithms as the original hardware
  • Employ eight classic reverb programs and one chorus program on drums, vocals, guitars, and more from final Lexicon v.4.4 firmware
  • Use the Plate and Concert programs for vintage '80s sounds
  • Mix with presets from famous Lexicon 224 users Chuck Zwicky (Prince), Kevin Killen (Peter Gabriel), and others

 

Tech Specs

UAD Spark, UA Connect and Native UAD Plug-Ins System Requirements

  • macOS Catalina 10.15, Big Sur 11, Monterey 12, Ventura 13, or Sonoma 14, Sequoia 15
  • Windows 10 or Windows 11 (64-bit editions)
  • Intel, AMD or Apple silicon processor
  • Internet connection to download software and authorize native UAD plug-ins
  • Free iLok account with iLok Cloud or iLok USB (2nd generation or higher)
  • Free UA Connect application for managing native UAD plug-ins
  • A supported DAW compatible with VST, AU and AAX plug-in file formats.

Native UAD Instruments Requirements

  • Sample-based UAD instruments require SSD storage with:
    • APFS formatting for macOS
    • NTFS formatting for Windows
  • 1 GB to 10 GB available SSD storage per plug-in (space requirement varies per UAD Instrument). A minimum of 100 GB available storage is highly recommended.
  • Individual UAD Instrument storage requirements are listed on UA Connect’s UAD Plug-Ins tab.

Notes

  • Operating systems not listed above are untested. Although untested operating systems may work, they are not supported by Universal Audio.
  • Pre-release and beta versions of operating systems are not supported.
  • Native UAD plug-ins on Apple silicon machines automatically run natively on Apple silicon in DAWs that support native Apple silicon.
  • Windows running via Bootcamp on Mac systems are not supported.
  • Native UAD Plug-Ins (UADx) are compatible with VST3, Audio Units, AAX 64 and LUNA host applications, and are compatible with a variety of major DAW software — including Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Cubase, Nuendo, Live, Studio One and more.

Reviews

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
Based on 11 reviews
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11 reviews
  • CG
    Can Gelgec G.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    May 8, 2025
    The quintessential late 70's/early 80's digital reverb emulation.

    If you're looking for the "lossy" 12-bit AD/DA colour along with the legendary signature sound of this specific old unit, this is the one to go with, look no further. Top notch.

  • RA
    Ramon Antonio M.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    May 5, 2025
    (Gracias AudioDeluxe.Universal Audio)

    5 stars for making it possible to have better high-quality plugins for our mixes. Lexicon 224 has a spectacular sound now on my drums and vocals. Thank you, blessings.

  • CM
    Ces Malacon M.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    Apr 27, 2025
    Multifaceted

    Great sounds. Not that intuitive to programme.

  • MC
    Mikołaj Czerniatowicz C.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Apr 25, 2025
    MUST HAVE OF EVERYONE

    This plugin is an absolute must-have for anyone who mixes. It's an advanced plugin with many presets (as is typical for UAD), and it works perfectly whenever reverb is needed. Totally recommend it to everyone!!!

  • JR
    Jesse Rogers R.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Apr 24, 2025
    Total game changer

    My go to for electronic reverb.