Relab has earned a strong reputation for their high-quality emulation plugins, and their latest addition targets one of the most coveted reverb processors on the market: the TC Electronic System 6000. The VSR REV6000 is described as the most accurate recreation of this renowned unit, the result of years of research and the integration of machine learning technology. Relab’s goal with this plugin is to provide users with a precise digital version of the revered hardware, bringing its legendary sound to the digital realm without compromise.

The team at Relab has taken a meticulous, no-compromise approach to this plugin’s design. They have focused on faithfully recreating the original hardware’s algorithms, ensuring that the VSR REV6000 offers an accurate representation of the System 6000’s signature reverb sound. The plugin’s algorithms are designed to respond dynamically to parameter changes, with each adjustment affecting multiple aspects of the reverb, much like how the original hardware reacts. This level of interaction allows the plugin to behave in the same organic and responsive way as its physical counterpart, giving users a realistic reverb experience that closely mimics the original unit.

A key feature of the VSR REV6000 plugin is its ability to generate natural-sounding early reflections, which are crucial in creating realistic space and depth in a mix. The plugin offers a wide variety of room types, making it versatile enough to handle anything from subtle ambience and tight, focused room sounds to the famous ‘Hollywood Hall’ reverb sound. This range of options makes the VSR REV6000 suitable for a wide range of applications, whether you’re looking to add a gentle sense of space to vocals or create a massive, cinematic reverb for film scores. The flexibility of the plugin ensures that users have access to all the tools they need to shape their reverb to fit any production.

Much like the original hardware, the VSR REV6000 plugin features a set of faders that provide intuitive control over important parameters such as early reflection levels, decay time, and diffusion settings. It also includes Hi and Lo Color controls, which allow users to adjust the tonal characteristics of the reverb, giving them even more control over the final sound. Relab claims that the VSR REV6000 is so effective and easy to use that once you start working with it, you’ll wonder how you ever managed without it. To back up this claim, they are offering a 30-day money-back guarantee, giving users the confidence to try the plugin risk-free.

Compatibility

The VSR REV6000 plugin is designed to be compatible with both Windows and macOS platforms. For Windows users, the plugin requires Windows 10 or higher, while macOS users will need to be running macOS 10.15 or later. The plugin supports VST3, AU, and AAX formats, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of DAWs and audio production software. One of the convenient features of the VSR REV6000 is its flexible authorization system. Unlike some plugins that require a physical iLok USB dongle, the VSR REV6000 uses PACE’s iLok system and supports machine-based authorization, meaning that a USB dongle is not required. This makes the plugin easier to manage and ensures that users can start working without the hassle of additional hardware. Additionally, the plugin supports iLok Cloud for those who prefer to authorize their software via the cloud.

Pricing & Availability

As of July 16, 2024, the VSR REV6000 plugin is available at an introductory price of $149, which is a significant discount from its full retail price of $199. This pricing makes it an attractive option for producers, engineers, and sound designers looking to add a high-quality reverb plugin to their toolkit. Considering the extensive development process, the advanced technology used to recreate the System 6000’s algorithms, and the plugin’s versatility, the VSR REV6000 represents excellent value for money.

In conclusion, Relab’s VSR REV6000 plugin delivers a faithful recreation of the iconic TC Electronic System 6000, bringing its legendary reverb capabilities to the digital domain with remarkable accuracy. The real-time responsiveness of the algorithms, combined with natural-sounding early reflections and a variety of room types, makes this plugin a powerful tool for achieving professional-grade reverb. Its intuitive controls, flexible compatibility, and hassle-free authorization system make it an essential plugin for anyone serious about crafting realistic and versatile reverb in their productions. Whether you’re working in music, film, or other audio applications, the VSR REV6000 plugin offers the sound and flexibility you need to take your mixes to the next level.