9.0Essential
Relab LX480 is a dual-engine Lexicon 480L reverb recreation—sample-accurate algorithms, Hardware/Advanced modes, four dual-engine routings, and Complete vs Essentials tiers.
Plugin comparison
Relab LX480 Dual-Engine Reverb vs Eventide UltraReverb
Specs, price and the Dubspot Score, side by side — with our verdict on which effect to buy.
Independent score / workflow fit / buying signal
Contenders
The side-by-side
8.4Great
Eventide UltraReverb by Eventide. A full Eventide reverb with dual delays and compression—more than a space, a creative reverb workstation.
Score verdict
Which should you buy?
On the Dubspot Score, Relab LX480 Dual-Engine Reverb comes out ahead (9.0). That said, the right pick depends on your workflow and budget — read both reviews before deciding.
Technical matrix
Specs compared
| Signal | Relab LX480 Dual-Engine Reverb | Eventide UltraReverb |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $349 | $199 |
| Dubspot Score | 9.0 | 8.4 |
| Formats | VST, VST3, AU, AAX | VST3, AU, AAX |
| Type | Dual-engine algorithmic reverb (Lexicon 480L recreation) | Reverb workstation |
| Heritage | Lexicon 480L hardware reverb / LARC control surface era | — |
| Engines | Two independent reverb engines; four unique dual-engine routing configurations | — |
| Modes | Hardware mode (HDW) and Advanced mode (ADV) | — |
| Early reflections | Advanced real-world early reflection engine with randomized reflection clusters | — |
| Editions | LX480 Dual-Engine / Complete class product; separate LX480 Essentials budget edition | — |
| Sample rates | High sample-rate support including 88.2/96 kHz class workflows (edition/version dependent) | — |
| Formats | VST, AU, AAX | — |
| List price | $349 class for full Dual-Engine (sales common); Essentials much lower when offered | — |
| Guarantee | Relab often advertises multi-day money-back style policy—confirm current terms | — |
| Extras | — | Dual delays and compression |
| Developer | — | Eventide |
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