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Description
Step into the sonic legacy of the '80s with the Lexicon 224 Digital Reverberator, a piece of studio gear that has defined the soundscape of countless iconic tracks. Beloved for its lush reverb tail and intuitive slider-based controls, the Lexicon 224 remains a staple in both retro-inspired and contemporary music production. Its digital reverb capabilities have been meticulously modeled to capture the original's magic, right down to the authentic system noise — which you can now toggle on or off thanks to thoughtful modern enhancements.
This revered unit offers eight legendary reverb programs and a chorus program, all crafted from the unit's elusive final firmware version 4.4. These programs are complemented by user-friendly controls for Crossover, Depth, Pre-delay, and more, giving you the flexibility to sculpt your sound with precision. Whether you're aiming to replicate the ethereal vibes of the past or forge new auditory paths, the Lexicon 224 provides an unparalleled reverb experience.
The inclusion of artist presets from luminaries like Kevin Killen and Chuck Zwicky further enriches your palette, while exclusive plugin features such as the Dry/Wet and Solo Mix buttons expand your creative possibilities. With compatibility across various audio interfaces, this digital reverberator is as versatile as it is iconic, ensuring its place in the heart of any musician or producer.
Key Features:
- Authentic modeling of the Lexicon 224's analog circuit and digital path
- Eight reverb programs and one chorus program from the final Lexicon v.4.4 firmware
- Original slider-based controls and additional plugin features like Dry/Wet and Solo Mix buttons
- System Noise toggle for true-to-life emulation
- Presets from famous Lexicon 224 users like Kevin Killen and Chuck Zwicky
- Compatible with UAD Native and Apollo Realtime/UAD-2 versions, supporting a wide range of audio interfaces
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The Chase Bliss CXM 1978 is often compared to the Lexicon 224 but is noted for its premium price, while the Meris Mercury 7 offers similar algorithms at a lower cost.
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The Digitech Polara uses Lexicon MPX-1 algorithms, which are considered inferior to the original 224, described by some as having a soft, muffled quality.
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The Ibanez SDR-1000 is considered a budget-friendly alternative to the Lexicon 224, offering a similar reverb experience at a lower cost.
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The Yamaha REV500 is mentioned as a utilitarian reverb option, offering a practical alternative to more complex reverb systems like the Lexicon 224.
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Software and compatibility
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The UA Golden's app and preset system received criticism for being subpar, affecting overall user satisfaction.
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The Digitech RP360 and Hardwire Supernatural contain Lexicon algorithms but are questioned for their similarity to the 224, with mixed feedback on their reverb quality.
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The Alesis XT:C's "hold" function is noted for creating unique variations, reminiscent of 80s digital reverb, enhancing its appeal among vintage gear enthusiasts.
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From 1985 Sound on Sound interview, which describe his studio (Havoc House).
The reverb system is a Lexicon 224 complete with all the programs that are available in California (it's useful this globetrotting). Digital delay is provided by a number of units; a Lexicon PCM42, an MXR and a few budget units that are pressed into service when everything else is in use. The noise gates are Drawmer, M Guy will use nothing else. MXR equipment is also used for harmonising and flanging, being simple to use, effective and not over-costly.
This article states that a Lexicon 224x was used on Rick Astley's "Never Gonna Give You Up," which was recorded at Stock, Aitken and Waterman's PWL Studio.
"In the past I used the Lexicon 224, 480 and to this day I still use the PCM 42. With Lexicon, you know the type of effect you are going to get and what the quality of the sound is," he said. "With the younger generation of musicians, they don't necessarily know the heritage of Lexicon, but when they hear something they like, they will ask you what they are hearing. That has been the case on more than one occasion when I've been using the Lexicon plug-in."
'The Lexicon 224 control panel was all over some of the greatest dub records ever made. People say I'm crazy to use that rather than a plug in, but it's the best decision I ever made'.
Mentioned as a part of the equipment used on Visage's 1984 album "Beat Boy", according to Egan's 1984 interview with Electronic Soundmaker & Computer Music.
Per this photo in a feature for Women in Sound dated Feb 12, 2018. The LARC remote for the 224 can clearly be seen, rack-mounted in Prince's Studio.
In the video "Michael Iceberg - In Concert from Disneyland," aired on The Disney Channel in 1983 and uploaded by Bill Shelly on YouTube, the Lexicon 224 Digital Reverberator is clearly visible at the 19:19 mark, confirming its use by keyboardist Michael Iceberg.
In the article "Spike Stent" on Sound On Sound, Mark “Spike” Stent confirms using the Lexicon 224 Digital Reverberator.
Featured in this December 2, 2018 Twitter post.
Used on the drums in Becca Stevens' "Low on Love", as is visible in this Instagram story post from the week of April 21, 2019. It is catalogued in the "RECORDING 1." highlight folder.
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Universal Audio produces a licensed, plugin version of the now discontinued Lexicon 224, with all its classic algorithms and more.
The 224X is a revised variation, featuring a remote function dubbed LARC (Lexicon Alphanumeric Remote Console).
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The Evermore from Universal Audio puts the same Lexicon sound as their plugins in compact pedal form. These same algorithms are also featured in their Golden Reverberator.
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