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Description

Step into the world of professional sound processing with the Lexicon 224X, a revered name in the realm of studio-grade reverb and effects processing. This iconic unit has been a staple in recording studios for decades, known for its lush, immersive reverb capabilities that can transform any track into a sonic masterpiece. The Lexicon 224X is equipped with advanced algorithms that deliver an unparalleled depth of sound, ensuring every note is captured with crystal clarity and warmth.

Designed for both seasoned professionals and budding audio enthusiasts, the Lexicon 224X is user-friendly yet sophisticated, offering a range of customizable settings to suit any musical style or recording environment. Its digital signal processing prowess sets it apart, providing a versatile range of effects from classic reverb to innovative soundscapes. Whether you’re mixing vocals, instruments, or creating ambient sounds, this effects processor offers the flexibility and precision you need.

Ideal for anyone looking to enhance their studio setup, the Lexicon 224X combines classic technology with modern innovation, making it a timeless addition to your audio gear collection.

Key Features:

  • Professional-grade digital reverb and effects processor
  • Renowned for its lush and immersive reverb capabilities
  • Advanced algorithms for superior sound depth and clarity
  • User-friendly interface with customizable settings
  • Versatile effects range suitable for various musical styles
  • Ideal for both professional and home studio environments

Product specs

Brand Lexicon
Model 224X Digital Reverberator with LARC
Finish Black with White Remote
Year 1980s
Categories Reverb

FAQs

What are the key features of the Lexicon 224X Digital Reverberator?

The Lexicon 224X is renowned for its lush, vintage reverb sounds, offering a variety of reverb algorithms that were groundbreaking in the 1980s. It features the LARC (Lexicon Alphanumeric Remote Control) for easy parameter control and manipulation.

How does the Lexicon 224X compare to the Lexicon 480L?

The Lexicon 480L is a more advanced model with doubled processing power and improved algorithms compared to the 224X. While both are iconic, the 480L offers enhanced sound quality and additional features, making it a preferred choice for modern studios.

Is the Lexicon 224X suitable for modern music production?

Yes, the Lexicon 224X is still valued for its classic reverb sounds that add a unique character to mixes. Its distinct sonic signature makes it a popular choice for producers seeking vintage reverb effects.

Can the Lexicon 224X be integrated into a digital audio workstation (DAW)?

The Lexicon 224X can be integrated into a DAW setup via analog connections, though it does not have direct digital connectivity. Users often route it through an audio interface to incorporate its effects into digital projects.

What makes the Lexicon 224X a sought-after reverb unit?

The Lexicon 224X is celebrated for its rich and immersive reverb effects, used on numerous iconic tracks throughout the 1980s. Its unique sound and historical significance make it a prized piece of studio gear.

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We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Lexicon 224X / 224XL Digital Reverberator.

Comparisons

  • The Chase Bliss CXM 1978 is frequently compared to the Lexicon 224, noted for its premium quality but high price point.

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  • The Digitech Polara is criticized for using outdated algorithms from the Lexicon MPX-1, which do not match the quality of the 224.

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  • The Digitech i-Stomp is mentioned as an affordable option simulating the 224, requiring a 30-pin adapter to load the specific pedal image.

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Features and functionality

  • The UA Golden Reverberator and Meris Mercury 7 are highlighted for including algorithms inspired by the Lexicon 224 reverb.

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User experience

  • Some users report dissatisfaction with the UA Golden's app and preset system, impacting its usability despite the authentic 224 algorithms.

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  • Owners of the Polara note a "soft" sound quality, described as both muffled and strident, affecting its versatility in live settings.

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See how Paul McCartney uses Lexicon 224X / 224XL Digital Reverberator

Paul McCartney

Singer, Bassist

The Beatles

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the Lexicon 224XL Digital Reverberator is listed in this blog

See how Vangelis uses Lexicon 224X / 224XL Digital Reverberator

Vangelis

Keyboardist, Music Producer

Vangelis & The Future Sound of London

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At this link is a photo of Vangelis gear where both the Lexicon 224 (white) and Lexicon 224x (blue) is shown together.

See how Vince Clarke uses Lexicon 224X / 224XL Digital Reverberator

Vince Clarke

Keyboardist, Composer

Depeche Mode

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Verified via Muzines

"We've got a Lexicon 224, a Lexicon 224X, a Quantec Room Simulator and an AMS system. So really that's four very good quality reverbs. We also use quite a bit of natural echo, because there's a long corridor that still has the original church stonework intact, and above Blackwing Studio there is a natural echo chamber which lies under the main roof of the church. When I originally designed Blackwing, I left the area under the roof as a natural echo room, really because it seemed too good to waste. I think nowadays the selection and application of reverb has become the most difficult - and at the same time, the most productive - area of the recording process, because that is where a lot of the new production work is going on, particularly with things like drum sounds. I spend a lot of time adding reverb to the LinnDrum and the Fairlight, because it is very difficult to get it absolutely right, though when you do of course, the results can be very impressive."

See how Mark King Level 42 uses Lexicon 224X / 224XL Digital Reverberator

Mark King Level 42

Singer, Bassist

Level 42

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Having survived John's intrepid questioning we drove over to King's home studio, which is located a few miles out of Rye, in a house overlooking the site where in a grey and distant past the Isle Of Wight Festival took place. Jimi Hendrix and Bob Dylan once played there. Now there are only hills, grass and cows. And a studio which left John breathless for a moment. He gazed in astonishment at the 48-channel SSL E-series desk and the 15 or so Alembic and Status basses on the walls surrounding it. He skimmed the walls of outboard gear, including AMS, SPX90II, Lexicon PCM70, 480L and 224X, Urei's, decided that he felt more comfortable with the view outside, and silently settled into a chair, watching the snow fall on the grass.

See how John Carpenter uses Lexicon 224X / 224XL Digital Reverberator

John Carpenter

Guitarist, Keyboardist

Texas Toad Lickers

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A Lexicon 224x was used on the soundtrack for "They Live."

See how Jonathan Cain uses Lexicon 224X / 224XL Digital Reverberator

Jonathan Cain

Singer, Guitarist

Mark Knopfler’s Guitar Heroes

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According to Circus Magazine, Jonathan Cain used the Lexicon 224X/224XL Digital Reverberator during his tenure with Journey in the early 1980s.

See how George Michael uses Lexicon 224X / 224XL Digital Reverberator

George Michael

Singer

WHAM!

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Used for Michael's vocals on "Faith", as mentioned by sound engineer Chris Porter in this March 2013 Sound on Sound interview. Despite Porter's mention of the 224, the mix settings (which can be found here) reveal it to be a 224x.

"I only used a few effects for George's vocals. The Lexicon 224 produced those extended high-frequency pings that you can hear on the reverb-y vocals, and there was also the AMS RMX16 reverb and DMX 1580 delay line. The real characteristic vocal sound right the way through 'Faith' and beyond was an AMS 30-millisecond delay panned slightly left of centre, a 45-millisecond delay slightly right of centre; sometimes with pitch variation on each side, but generally not.

See how Manny Marroquin uses Lexicon 224X / 224XL Digital Reverberator

Manny Marroquin

Audio Engineer

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Marroquin also worked on singer Pink's first album, produced in 1997 by Babyface and the hip-hop team Presidential Campaign. The record, which spawned the minor hit 'Most Girls', was "Pink before she was Pink", he says, as the singer was developing both a persona and a performance style. In keeping with her own sharp edges, Marroquin used a combination of pro reverbs, including an AMS and Lexicon 480L and 224XL units, and the clangy spring reverb from a Fender guitar amp. "Hip-hop can tend to have very little reverb, and what there is is short," he says. "When I get kind of off-the-wall records, I like to play with spring reverbs. They're cool-sounding. You can make it short and tight with a gate and it adds tone and depth to the sound without washing it out. I also EQ the reverb return. I listen for the frequency where the reverb matches the input signal and tweak that. When you have one thing in a crowded mix you really want to bring out but adding EQ would make it sound too harsh, put it through a spring reverb. They're noisy, but thank God for gates."

See how Paul Hardcastle uses Lexicon 224X / 224XL Digital Reverberator

Paul Hardcastle

Keyboardist, Composer

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Verified via Muzines

"Everyone tried to dive in. I could have got actors in but as I've explained to everyone it would have lost that feel it had and it wouldn't have been believable. We used a sample of this bloke from Sound Suite screaming, that we built up with Lexicon 224X — it sounded like a woman in the end. Even he was joking about suing the other day."

See how Stock Aitken Waterman uses Lexicon 224X / 224XL Digital Reverberator

Stock Aitken Waterman

Music Producer

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Verified via Soundonsound

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.

Album Usage

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