The latest addition to SSL’s family of plug-ins promises to deliver an authentic recreation of some classic spring reverb effects, but also includes some parameters that allow it to offer far more control than would be possible on a physical unit.
SpringVerb has been carefully modelled on some of the most popular reverb tanks, and includes three models that each deliver a different ‘flavour’ of classic spring effects. Users are able to blend seamlessly between single-, double- and triple-spring setups, while a Tension parameter facilitates everything from tight, controlled reverbs to classic twangy goodness — there’s even a Boing button that can be used to pluck the virtual springs in order to “unleash chaotic resonance”!
More typical parameters include a Time dial for setting decay time (which can be locked to a tempo-based value thanks to a Sync button) and a Width control for adjusting the effect’s stereo image. Drive and Damp sections offer some tonal shaping of the reverb signal, with the former adding some saturation to the input signal and the latter allowing the removal of excessive high- or low-frequency content.
Key Features
- Delivers the unmistakable sound of vintage spring reverb.
- Three spring models — find the texture that fits your use-case:
- Famous space-age echoes;
- Classic rackmount spring tank;
- The go-to choice for dub — used by King Tubby and Lee Perry.
- Spring Quantity: Add more springs for more density and complexity.
- Adjustable Reverb Characteristics: Customise time, tension, pre-delay and stereo width for a level of control not possible with many hardware tanks.
- Advanced SSL Control: Add analogue drive, ducking and frequency damping to shape the reverb exactly to your needs.
Compatibility
SpringVerb is supported on PCs running Windows 10 and above, and Macs running macOS 11 or higher. VST2, VST3, AU and AAX plug-in versions are available.
Pricing & Availability
SpringVerb is available now, and is currently (10 December 2025) being offered at an introductory price of $29, reduced from its full cost of $49. It is also available as part of SSL’s Complete Access subscription bundle.
