Convolution reverb: the real deal?

[WhiteStrat]

Are they really that much better than regular 'verb plugs?

 

[Hard2Hear]

It just depends on exactly what you want. Spaces, yeah. Plates or vintage springs, not really.

 

[XLR]

My use of verb is almost always in trying to just slightly enhance the existing natural room sound. Convolution verbs can do that pretty well. I haven't found a non-convo software verb that does it as well as SIR.

 

[WhiteStrat]

It just depends on exactly what you want. Spaces, yeah. Plates or vintage springs, not really.

Yep, definitely spaces. I can never seem to nail that sweet, subtle space verb on a big intimate vocal. I'm doing some piano/vocal (female singer) sessions in a couple weeks. I've recorded her before, and all she needs is a touch of compression and then a hint of that Celine Dion reverb...which I don't get from my current plugs or rack gear...

 

[WhiteStrat]

My use of verb is almost always in trying to just slightly enhance the existing natural room sound. Convolution verbs can do that pretty well. I haven't found a non-convo software verb that does it as well as SIR.

Sounds like something I should check out. Thanks!