LX480 Dual-Engine Reverb
The LX480 Dual-Engine Reverb plug-in is the only sample-accurate dual-engine recreation of this legendary hardware digital reverb available.
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The LX480 Dual-Engine Reverb plug-in is the only sample-accurate dual-engine recreation of this legendary hardware digital reverb available.
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The Definitive Recreation of a Legend
The Only Sample-Accurate Dual-Engine Recreation
The LX480 is the only plug-in to faithfully model both the original reverb engine and the later LARC updates found in the Lexicon 480L — giving you every sound that made this hardware a studio standard for over three decades.
Every Algorithm from the Original Hardware
Random Hall, Plate, Chamber, Ambience, Room — every classic program is here, modeled from reference hardware with sample-accurate precision. Every parameter, every behaviour, every nuance.
Modern Reverbs Beyond the Original
Go beyond the hardware. The LX480 extends the original algorithms with longer decay times, wider stereo imaging, and modern sound shaping tools — giving you contemporary reverb capabilities the original Lexicon engineers never imagined.
Hardware Sound, Software Flexibility
Run as many instances as your session needs with total recall on every parameter. No maintenance, no calibration, no waiting — just the unmistakable sound of the 480L ready to go in every session.
Rich, Lush Vintage Reverb Character
Dial in the classic 480L sound that defined decades of hit records. From tight vocal plates to massive orchestral halls, every preset carries the depth and musicality that made engineers fall in love with this hardware.
Ultra-Modern Reverbs That Push the Boundaries
Use the extended parameter ranges and modern algorithms to create reverbs the original hardware could never produce — from shimmering ambient washes to tightly controlled spatial effects for contemporary mixes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Dual-Engine includes both reverb engines from the original Lexicon 480L hardware — the classic engine and the LARC update — plus extended parameters and modern algorithms. Essentials is a streamlined version with the four most popular algorithms for fast, simple operation.
The original Lexicon 480L received a major firmware update (the LARC) that changed the character of several algorithms. Most plug-in recreations model only one version. The LX480 models both engines, letting you choose the exact vintage character you want — or blend them.
The LX480 supports VST, VST3, AU, and AAX on macOS (including Apple Silicon native), and VST, VST3, and AAX on Windows. It works with all major DAWs including Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Cubase, Studio One, and Reaper.
Yes. The LX480 runs natively on Apple Silicon (M1, M2, M3, M4) with no Rosetta translation layer needed, giving you maximum performance and the lowest possible latency on modern Macs.
The LX480 uses PACE iLok for authorization. You can activate on an iLok USB dongle or directly on your computer using machine-based authorization — no physical dongle required. A free iLok account and current PACE drivers are needed.
Absolutely. The LX480 is designed for efficient CPU usage, so you can run as many instances as your system can handle — no hardware limitations, no channel restrictions, and every instance has full parameter recall.
Yes. You can download and try the LX480 before purchasing. Visit the downloads section of your member portal to get started.
We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If the LX480 does not meet your expectations for any reason, contact support within 30 days of purchase for a full refund — no questions asked.
LX480 Dual-Engine Reverb