Lexicon 480L Digital Reverb and Effects
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Mix with the world's most famous algorithmic reverb, in all its lush digital glory.
Released in 1986, the Lexicon® 480L Digital Effects System and its iconic fader-driven remote control are recognized the world over — residing at the center of famous studio consoles for more than 30 years. The 480L's spacious reverb and vivid effects textures are a coveted sonic benchmark, helping to shape thousands of chart-topping tracks to this day.
Now available exclusively for UAD hardware and UA Audio Interfaces, the UAD Lexicon 480L Digital Reverb and Effects plug-in is the world's only Lexicon-endorsed emulation of this classic studio reverb — expertly capturing its unique, infinitely moldable ambience and modulation splendor.Record and mix with the only authentic Lexicon 480L digital reverb plug-in, derived from the final v4.10 firmware
Experiment with colorful "Plate," "Ambience," "Hall," and "Room" algorithms on your sources
Apply out-of-the-ordinary "Random," and "Effects" programs, including doubling, tremolo, and chorus textures
Sculpt your own textures with an improved version of Lexicon's famous "LARC" controller
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5-Min UAD Tip
In this video, learn how to inject space and dimension to lead vocals and guitars, as well as unique effects on background vocals.
A Digital Classic
The result of an intense, multi-year engineering effort — from poring over an impossible-to-find service manual, to studying an all-original "Golden Unit" — the Lexicon 480L Digital Reverb and Effects plug-in dutifully captures the complex space, texture, and otherworldly reverb tails that can enhance or transform vocal, guitar, synth, or drum tracks from mundane to heavenly.
Infinite Flexibility
Shimmering or dense, immediate or blooming, the 480L lets you create almost any space using Shape and Spread parameters, combined with Lexicon’s famed Split Decay Reverb algorithms. Adjust the Random algorithm's innovative Spin and Wander parameters to customize the movement in the 480L's famously long reverb tails. Or use the Ambience algorithm to add natural space and dimension, without losing the definition of instruments.
Stunning Multi-Effects
In addition to Lexicon's prized reverbs, the 480L plug-in's random time-varying "Effects" algorithm — available for the first time ever — lets you explore dramatic reverse, doubling, tremolo and chorus sounds. Combined with its unique four-voice Twin Delay algorithm, the Effects algorithm turns the 480L into a versatile multi-effects system with unending creative potential.
Better Workflow
Ask any veteran engineer, and they'll tell you the Lexicon 480L's iconic Lexicon Alphanumeric Remote Control ("LARC") wasn't the easiest interface to grasp. Thankfully, the plug-in gives you an expanded parameter display, making its original controls easier to understand. Other workflow enhancements include simple A/B toggling of reverb machines, Input/Output Gain and Gain Link controls, as well as direct access to signal routing and metering.
Grammy-Winning Presets
The Lexicon 480L plug-in includes over 100 artist presets from Grammy-winning 480L power users such as Spike Stent (Beyoncé, Madonna), Chuck Zwicky (Prince, Nine Inch Nails), Ian Boxill (Janet Jackson, Quincy Jones), Jacknife Lee (The Killers, U2), and more, giving you a head start on your own mixes.
“This is a beautiful recreation of a truly wonderful reverb. It’s very musical and like a lot of great pieces, it’s deep. You can get lost in it if you have the time.”
– Jacknife Lee (R.E.M, The Cars, Snow Patrol)
“The Lexicon 480L's ‘Shape’ and ‘Spread’ parameters are the ultimate reverb sculpting tools. It's amazing to finally have the 480L available as a plug-in. ”
– Chuck Zwicky (Prince, Soul Asylum, Reggie Watts)
“The UAD Lexicon 480L gives 90’s mojo in plug-in form — the sound is indistinguishable from the original hardware.”
– Ian Boxill (Lenny White, Prince, 2Pac)
“The UAD Lexicon 480L really captures the subtleties of the old-school hardware. You can’t get this anywhere else — unless you source a vintage 480.”
– Eli Janney (Late Night with Seth Meyers, Wilco, Ryan Adams)Customer Reviews
G. Kakuk
October 14, 2024
amazing sound!
Sounds amazing - can't wait to the native version!
Read MoreV. Larcher
September 30, 2024
Wonderful reverb
Just the perfect reverb I wanted on my guitars. Consumes some DSP’s, be careful if you don’t have a lot. Except that, I do really recommend it....
Read MoreP. Motyczak
July 15, 2024
It's been a long time
I wanted this one for a long time but always priorized other preamps and compressors in my wishlist. Finally got it and love it....
Read MoreF. WIOROWSKI
July 15, 2024
Can t do without
Better than the pcm lexicon , even if it is nice, i feel more depth and sounds like the real one. Vocals sounds so nice !!!
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Key Features
Licensed and endorsed by Lexicon, featuring their pinnacle achievement algorithm designs
Provides the essential sound and control set of the legendary Lexicon hardware
Enduring Lexicon reverb and effects derived from final software version 4.10 including Plate, Hall, Room, Random, Ambience, Twin Delays and Effects algorithms
UAD plug-in recreates iconic desktop "LARC" remote with logical workflow improvements
Includes over 100 artist presets from Spike Stent, Chuck Zwicky, Eli Janney, Ian Boxill, Jacknife Lee, and more
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Customer Reviews
Lexicon 480L Digital Reverb and Effects
G. Kakuk
amazing sound!
Sounds amazing - can't wait to the native version!
F. Fehrs
Native version please.
Native version please.
V. Larcher
Wonderful reverb
Just the perfect reverb I wanted on my guitars.
Consumes some DSP’s, be careful if you don’t have a lot.
Except that, I do really recommend it.L. Peled
We want this native!
Asap!
y. zechun
非常棒的混响效果器
非常经典数字混响效果，能够细致调整各参数，很喜欢，资源占用有点高，需要买高规格型号声卡
P. Motyczak
It's been a long time
I wanted this one for a long time but always priorized other preamps and compressors in my wishlist. Finally got it and love it. What can I say, one of the most used reverbs since the 80s.
F. WIOROWSKI
Can t do without
Better than the pcm lexicon , even if it is nice, i feel more depth and sounds like the real one. Vocals sounds so nice !!!
F. WIOROWSKI
Can t do without
Better than the pcm lexicon , even if it is nice, i feel more depth and sounds like the real one. Vocals sounds so nice !!!
L. Schiappacasse
A Stellar Reverb Emulation
The UAD Lexicon 480 is a remarkable reverb plugin that authentically captures the essence of the legendary Lexicon 480L. Renowned for its lush and versatile reverb effects, this plugin excels in delivering high-quality, immersive soundscapes.
The emulation is spot-on, offering the same rich, dense reverbs that made the original hardware a studio staple. Its interface is user-friendly, providing an array of parameters that allow for precise control over the reverb characteristics. The depth and dimension it adds to both instruments and vocals are exceptional, making it a go-to tool for producers and engineers seeking to enhance their mixes with professional-grade reverb.
Overall, the UAD Lexicon 480 is a must-have for anyone serious about achieving top-tier reverb effects in their productions. Its faithful recreation of the iconic Lexicon sound ensures that it stands out as a premier choice in the realm of digital reverb plugins.M. Breu
Lovely
A very lush sounding unit/plugin. Definitely that Lexicon sound. I like both Lexicon plugins available right now. This one has a little more adjustment I feel.
L. Prikhodko
doesn't work
I purchased this plugin, but can't try cause have a problem to use. All my UAD plugins working fine exept this one. So I need your help to do something, thanks
A. Vega García
Bastante fiel al original
De las dos reverb lexicón de Uad esta es la mejor.
E. STEIGER
Just love it!
Une des meilleures reverbes…
A. Fizzotti
Classic
No need presentation. History talks.
A. Giroux
Lexicon yes
Lexicon was a great tool for me back in the day. Regretting selling my hardware unit, glad this was available in the plugin library
s. ayton
Nice if you don’t have a Lexicon
Not required if you have a Lexicon hardware unit and they are not expensive these days but a nice drunk Friday night splurge. Good for really
Long tails but you can do that with any free IR reverb so don’t quite get it. The interface is quick but a gardware interface controller would be very nice, come
On UA, MIDI control is coming up it’s 1/2 century ffs!
We know alien tech exists but we are still
Being spoonfed rubbish ol’skool tech. Anyway, I digress. Compared
To my PCM90, it still wins and only cost a few $ so I’ll continue to use the beauty and save the DSP for the Distressor plugins :)c. rivera
Extremily solid reverb
Amazing sound, this reverb it is 10/10.
K. Kaspersen
Great great great reverb
I was in doubt if my Lexicon 224 is enough and this one is just a better version, turned out they are 2 different reverbs with different uses, never regret for buying this awesome reverb! love it! ! !
P. Shevtchenko
Lexicon 480L
When connecting the plugin.... error (code -38) Technical support does not work - a bot communicates with you, which politely informs you that it cannot help in any way. I'm disappointed....such a company and such customer service. Result: WASTED MONEY!!!
M. Galindo
Excelente sonido
Nos sorprendió el sonido …. Esperamos que salga la versión nativa
