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Description

Experience the lush, immersive soundscapes of the Native Instruments RC 48, a reverb plugin that brings the iconic sound of a legendary studio reverb unit into your digital studio. Emulating the classic Lexicon 480L, the RC 48 is designed to provide musicians, producers, and sound designers with a versatile tool to enhance their audio projects. This plugin offers both classic and modern reverb effects, allowing users to shape their sound to match their creative vision.

The RC 48 features two algorithmic reverb engines that can be tailored to suit any musical genre, from ambient soundscapes to tight, focused reverbs for pop and rock tracks. Its intuitive interface simplifies the complex task of reverb design, providing quick access to all essential controls, including pre-delay, decay time, and diffusion settings. The dual reverb modes offer a wide range of tonal possibilities, from warm and rich to bright and spacious, accommodating various production needs.

With its comprehensive modulation options and high-quality sound processing, the Native Instruments RC 48 is a reliable choice for any producer seeking to add depth and space to their mixes. It seamlessly integrates with your existing digital audio workstation (DAW), offering full control over automation and parameter adjustments.

Key Features:

  • Emulation of the iconic Lexicon 480L reverb.
  • Two reverb engines for diverse tonal options.
  • Intuitive interface with streamlined controls.
  • Dual reverb modes for flexibility in sound design.
  • Comprehensive modulation and parameter control.
  • Seamless DAW integration for easy automation.

Product specs

Plugin Format AU, VST
Native Instruments

Native Instruments

REVERB CLASSICS | Native Instruments

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REVERB CLASSICS | Native Instruments

Native Instruments

Native Instruments

Video thumbnail for Native Instruments RC24 and RC48 Reverb Classics Demonstration by DV247 Music Store UK TV

Native Instruments RC24 and RC48 Reverb Classics Demonstration

DV247 Music Store UK TV

DV247 Music Store UK TV

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How to: make space with RC 24 & RC 48 | Native Instruments

Native Instruments

Native Instruments

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Native Instrument​s RC 48 (Reverb Classics)

Guru Project87

Guru Project87

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Native Instruments RC48 Reverb is Amazing

Pairo May

Pairo May

Reviews

Owner Insights

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Comparisons

  • Valhalla Room and Vintage Verb are cheaper than NI RC reverbs, making them a budget-friendly choice.

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Value and pricing

  • NI reverbs are recommended for purchase as part of a bundle during sales for better value.

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Features and functionality

  • Valhalla Vintage Verb is suggested as a closer comparison to the NI RC reverbs in terms of sound quality.

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Software and compatibility

  • The NI RC48 is included with Komplete 12 Ultimate, but not with lower tiers like Komplete 12 Select.

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Critic Reviews

NI Reverb Classics: RC24 & RC48

soundonsound.com

The Native Instruments RC 48, part of the Reverb Classics suite, delivers a rich, dense emulation of the iconic Lexicon reverb at a budget-friendly price. With its vintage charm and versatile settings, it captures the musicality of its predecessors. However, not all original algorithms are replicated, which may limit some users seeking exact recreations. Despite this, the RC 48's authentic sound character, ease of use, and extensive reverb options make it a sensible choice for those wanting to add a touch of classic reverb flair to their mixes.

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Native Instruments Reverb Classics review | MusicRadar

musicradar.com

Native Instruments' RC 48 reverb plugin impresses with its quality and versatility, channeling the classic Lexicon 480L. Straightforward editing and a great sound palette make it a strong contender in the reverb market. While it doesn’t exactly replicate the original, its character and flexible treatment options are commendable. However, potential buyers should note that cheaper alternatives, like ValhallaVintageVerb, are available. Overall, the RC 48 offers good value, especially for those seeking that nostalgic Lexicon touch.

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See how Deadmau5 uses Native Instruments RC 48

Deadmau5

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BSOD

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1:43:04 You can see it in his plug ins section Deadmau5 livestream on Twitch - September 10, 2015 [09/10/2015]

See how Dada Life uses Native Instruments RC 48

Dada Life

Music Producer

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In this video at 33:20, Dada life shows the delay of the vocal in the track One Smile using RC 48.

See how Jean Michel Jarre uses Native Instruments RC 48

Jean Michel Jarre

Keyboardist, Music Producer

The Dustbins

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In the video "Jean-Michel Jarre on the evolution of music technology: Part 1" by Native Instruments, Jean-Michel Jarre uses the Native Instruments RC 48 reverb plugin at 2:24.

See how Thomas Gold uses Native Instruments RC 48

Thomas Gold

Music Producer

Thomas Gold and Chriss Ortega

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Thomas Gold seen using the RC 48 Reverb in video around 1:15

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7 Skies

Music Producer

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David posted a picture of the RC 48 with the description ''Bought this little guy from NATIVE INSTRUMENTS today since it was 50% off, did you get any cool stuff for Black Friday?''

See how TheFatRat uses Native Instruments RC 48

TheFatRat

Music Producer, DJ

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He says on tumblr that he uses this plugin.

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The Haxan Cloak

Music Producer

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In an Instagram video, The Haxan Cloak features the Native Instruments RC 48, highlighting its use in his production setup.

See how OVERWERK uses Native Instruments RC 48

OVERWERK

Music Producer

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In the MusicRadar feature "Me in my studio," OVERWERK is shown using the Native Instruments RC 48 reverb plugin in his setup.

See how Reinier Zonneveld uses Native Instruments RC 48

Reinier Zonneveld

Music Producer, DJ

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In this video on timestamp 18:41, you can clearly see in his VST list that Renier uses the Native Instruments RC48 VST

See how MJ Cole uses Native Instruments RC 48

MJ Cole

Keyboardist, Music Producer

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In the video titled "MJ Cole: In the studio with a UK garage legend – FROM THE ARCHIVE (2017)" on YouTube, at the 25:22 mark, MJ Cole is observed using the Native Instruments RC 48 plugin during the production of his track.

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In this video at 6:43 we can see Native Instruments RC 48

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