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Audio Gated Reverb

Apply a reverb effect that is cut off abruptly

Creates the classic "gated reverb" effect where the reverb tail is abruptly cut off by a noise gate. Famous for 80s drum sounds, creates punchy, explosive decays with no lingering tail.

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Maximum file size: 200MB Supported formats: audio/*

Choose a preset for different instrument types. 80s Drum = classic explosive snare sound.

Noise gate threshold. Lower values = more signal passes through before gate closes.

Attack time of the gate. Shorter = faster closing, more abrupt cutoff.

Release time of the gate. Longer = smoother fade-out after gate opens.

0.1 0.7 1

Controls the size/density of the reverb before gating. Larger = bigger initial reverb.

0 0.6 1

Balance between dry (original) and wet (gated reverb) signal.

Key Facts

Category
Media
Input Types
file, select, number, range
Output Type
file
Sample Coverage
4
API Ready
Yes

Overview

The Audio Gated Reverb tool applies the classic gated reverb effect to audio files, creating punchy, explosive decays with an abrupt cutoff. Ideal for achieving iconic 80s-style drum sounds, retro vocals, and enhanced synth effects.

When to Use

  • •When adding 80s-style gated reverb to drum tracks for a punchy, explosive sound.
  • •For creating retro vocal effects with a spacious reverb that cuts off cleanly.
  • •To enhance synth or instrument sounds with a controlled, abrupt reverb decay.

How It Works

  • •Upload your audio file in a supported format.
  • •Select a preset (80s Drum, Vocal, Synth, or Custom) or adjust parameters like gate threshold, attack, release, reverb size, and mix.
  • •Process the audio to apply the gated reverb effect.
  • •Download the output file in your preferred format (MP3, AAC, M4A, OGG, Opus, FLAC, WAV).

Use Cases

Music production for adding gated reverb to drum kits in retro or modern tracks.
Audio post-production to create explosive sound effects for videos or games.
Sound design for synthesizers and electronic music to achieve punchy, gated reverb tails.

Examples

1. Enhancing Snare Drums with 80s Gated Reverb

Music Producer
Background
A producer is working on a synth-pop track and wants to add the classic 80s gated reverb sound to the snare drums.
Problem
The snare hits need a punchy, explosive reverb that cuts off cleanly without muddying the mix.
How to Use
Upload the snare drum audio file, select the '80s Drum' preset, and adjust the wet/dry mix to taste.
Outcome
The snare drums now have a powerful gated reverb effect, adding energy and clarity to the track.

2. Creating Retro Vocal Effects

Singer
Background
A vocalist is recording a song inspired by 80s music and wants to apply gated reverb to the vocals.
Problem
The vocals need a spacious reverb that enhances the retro vibe but doesn't linger too long.
How to Use
Upload the vocal track, choose the 'Vocal' preset, and fine-tune the gate threshold for the desired cutoff point.
Outcome
The vocals have a lush gated reverb that adds depth and a distinctive 80s character.

3. Custom Gated Reverb for Synth Pads

Electronic Musician
Background
An electronic artist is designing sounds for a new track and wants a unique gated reverb on synth pads.
Problem
Standard presets don't provide the exact decay and cutoff needed for the synth sounds.
How to Use
Upload the synth audio, select 'Custom Settings', and configure gate attack to 5 ms, release to 200 ms, reverb size to 0.8, and mix to 0.7.
Example Config
gateAttack: 5, gateRelease: 200, reverbSize: 0.8, mix: 0.7
Outcome
The synth pads have a tailored gated reverb with a quick attack and smooth release, fitting perfectly in the mix.

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FAQ

What audio file formats can I upload?

You can upload any audio file format supported by your browser, such as MP3, WAV, or OGG.

Can I customize the gated reverb settings?

Yes, choose the 'Custom Settings' preset to adjust gate threshold, attack, release, reverb size, and wet/dry mix.

What is the default preset?

The default preset is '80s Drum', optimized for classic snare drum sounds.

How do I make the reverb cutoff more abrupt?

Decrease the gate attack time for a faster, more abrupt cutoff of the reverb tail.

What output formats are available?

You can choose from MP3, AAC, M4A, OGG Vorbis, Opus, FLAC, or WAV for the processed audio.

API Documentation

Request Endpoint

POST /en/api/tools/audio-gated-reverb

Request Parameters

Parameter Name Type Required Description
audioFile file (Upload required) Yes -
preset select No Choose a preset for different instrument types. 80s Drum = classic explosive snare sound.
gateThreshold number No Noise gate threshold. Lower values = more signal passes through before gate closes.
gateAttack number No Attack time of the gate. Shorter = faster closing, more abrupt cutoff.
gateRelease number No Release time of the gate. Longer = smoother fade-out after gate opens.
reverbSize range No Controls the size/density of the reverb before gating. Larger = bigger initial reverb.
mix range No Balance between dry (original) and wet (gated reverb) signal.
outputFormat select No -

File type parameters need to be uploaded first via POST /upload/audio-gated-reverb to get filePath, then pass filePath to the corresponding file field.

Response Format

{
  "filePath": "/public/processing/randomid.ext",
  "fileName": "output.ext",
  "contentType": "application/octet-stream",
  "size": 1024,
  "metadata": {
    "key": "value"
  },
  "error": "Error message (optional)",
  "message": "Notification message (optional)"
}
File: File

AI MCP Documentation

Add this tool to your MCP server configuration: 

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "elysiatools-audio-gated-reverb": {
      "name": "audio-gated-reverb",
      "description": "Apply a reverb effect that is cut off abruptly",
      "baseUrl": "https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=audio-gated-reverb",
      "command": "",
      "args": [],
      "env": {},
      "isActive": true,
      "type": "sse"
    }
  }
}

You can chain multiple tools, e.g.: `https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=png-to-webp,jpg-to-webp,gif-to-webp`, max 20 tools.

Supports URL file links or Base64 encoding for file parameters.

If you encounter any issues, please contact us at [email protected]