Reverb Time Calculator
Calculate optimal reverb decay times and pre-delay settings based on your BPM and desired room feel.
Settings
Typical studio or living room
Pre-Delay Suggestions
10 ms
Tight
25 ms
Short
40 ms
Medium
75 ms
Long
Pre-delay separates the dry signal from the reverb tail, improving clarity.
Decay Time Suggestions
Very Short
~0.25 bar(s)
0.25 s
Short
~0.5 bar(s)
0.50 s
Medium
~1 bar(s)
1.00 s
Long
~2 bar(s)
2.00 s
Very Long
~4 bar(s)
4.00 s
Decay times synced to your BPM help reverb tails feel musical and avoid muddiness.