# Audio Spring Reverb Add a reverb effect simulating a spring reverb unit > Canonical page: https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/audio-spring-reverb - **Category:** Media - **Keywords:** audio, reverb, spring, guitar, amplifier, vintage, effect, resonant ## Overview Simulates the characteristic "boing" and resonant sound of spring reverb, commonly found in guitar amplifiers and vintage effects units. Creates a lively, metallic decay with pronounced resonances. ## Inputs - **Audio File** (file): Select an audio file - **Spring Type** (select): Choose spring tension. Light = subtle resonance, Heavy = pronounced "boing" effect. - **Spring Count (1-4)** (number): Number of simulated springs. More springs = denser, more complex reverb. - **Resonance (0.1-1.0)** (range): Controls spring resonance intensity. Higher = more pronounced "boing" and metallic character. - **Decay Time (0.3-5.0s)** (range): Duration of spring reverb tail. Shorter = tighter "twang", longer = extended resonance. - **Wet/Dry Mix (0-1.0)** (range): Balance between dry (original) and wet (spring reverb) signal. - **Output Format** (select) ## When to use - When adding vintage or guitar-amp style reverb to audio recordings for authentic tone. - When processing guitar tracks to achieve a lively, metallic decay characteristic of spring units. - When experimenting with reverb characteristics for creative sound design in music or audio projects. ## How it works - Upload an audio file in a supported format like MP3 or WAV. - Select a spring preset (Light, Medium, Heavy, or Custom) or adjust settings like spring count, resonance, and decay time. - Set the wet/dry mix to balance the reverb effect with the original audio. - Choose an output format and process the file to download the reverb-enhanced audio. ## Use cases - Enhancing guitar recordings with authentic spring reverb for a vintage amplifier sound. - Adding atmospheric depth to vocals or instruments in music production without overpowering the mix. - Creating metallic, resonant sound effects for video games, films, or audio experiments. ## Frequently asked questions ### What audio formats can I upload? You can upload audio files in common formats such as MP3, WAV, AAC, and others, with a file size limit of 200 MB. ### Can I use this tool for non-guitar audio? Yes, while designed for spring reverb characteristics, it can be applied to any audio for creative effects like vocals or instruments. ### What does the 'Spring Type' preset control? It sets the tension of simulated springs: Light for subtle resonance, Medium for balanced, Heavy for pronounced 'boing', or Custom for manual adjustments. ### How does 'Spring Count' affect the sound? More springs (1-4) create a denser, more complex reverb tail, while fewer springs result in a simpler decay. ### What output formats are available? 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