EMT® 250 Classic Electronic Reverb
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Iconic lever-driven digital reverb and modulation effects unit.
The EMT® 250 Classic Electronic Reverb plug-in for UAD-2 and Apollo interfaces is a faithful emulation of the first digital reverb/modulation effects unit introduced in 1976.
Still regarded as one of the best-sounding reverb units ever made, the EMT 250 continues to leave an immeasurable mark on record-making history in the hands of studio legends like George Massenburg, Bruce Swedien, Daniel Lanois, Brian Eno, and Allen Sides.Track and mix with the only emulation of the EMT 250 reverb unit, fully endorsed by EMT International GmbH
Dial in lush delay, phasing, chorus, and echo effects
Add distinctive space and depth to drums, guitars, and vocals with the same algorithm found in the original hardware
Harness plug-in-only features including Dry/Wet Mix, Wet Solo, and Hard bypass
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Featuring the EMT 250 Classic Electronic Reverberator plug-in
Used on Countless Classics
The EMT 250’s distinctive clear and open reverb sound has appeared on countless records, including Prince & The Revolution’s Purple Rain, Elvis Costello’s Spike, and modern classics like The Red Hot Chili Pepper’s Stadium Arcadium.
Exclusively endorsed by EMT Studiotechnik
Fully endorsed by EMT, the UAD EMT 250 plug-in uses the same algorithm found in the original, extremely rare hardware — designed by Dr. Barry Blesser and EMT industrial engineer Peter Bermes* — modeling a sourced “golden unit” from Allen Sides’ collection that resides at the famed Ocean Way Recording.
Added Versatility with New Features
The EMT 250 plug-in goes far beyond the original hardware, adding modern, workflow enhancing features like Dry/Wet Mix, Wet Solo, and Hard bypass. With these useful additions, the EMT 250 plug-in is even more powerful than the iconic hardware.
“The EMT 250 works great on snares. Keep it short and tight to add some dimension, or use the four-second range with full pre-delay for ballad-type songs.”
– Joe Chiccarelli (Jason Mraz, Beck, The Strokes, Morrissey)
“Now I have UAD on everything, and I'm using the EMT 140 and the EMT 250 as effects – It's so much easier.”
– Ryan Hewitt (Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Avett Brothers)
“Forget any other plate emulation, the UAD EMT 250 could actually be the real thing. Deep, wide, and full of personality.”
– Rik Simpson (Coldplay, Portishead, Jay Z)
“The EMT 250 plug-in is amazing. It’s all over Norah Jones' record. I used it on every song, it's that good.”
– Jacquire King (James Bay, Kings of Leon, Tom Waits)
“I’m a really big fan of the UAD EMT 250. It’s so faithful to the original unit.”
– Just Blaze (Jay Z, Kendrick Lamar, Beyoncé)
“I use the EMT 250 because it has such a specific sound, and the UAD plug-in really does capture it.”
– Andrew Scheps (Adele, Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Duke Spirit)
“I’m particularly happy with the EMT 250 Reverb emulation. It’s spot on.”
– Glenn Rosenstein (Ziggy Marley, U2)*All images and depictions herein referencing the exterior of the original EMT 250 are the copyright of Bermes Design.Customer Reviews
E. Cruz
February 2, 2023
Awsome
First time in my life I used this reverb. Definitely one of my favorite. Top notch sound with uad.
Read MoreV. Mina
January 19, 2023
Brilliant
Absolutely brilliant. 3Dimensional flavour to any kind of instrument. Highly racomanded. Really intuitive and powerful
Read MoreJ. Arrieta
December 29, 2022
Sweet verb!
wasn't sure if i'd like it and immediately fell in love with this reverb!
Read MoreM. Avery
December 28, 2022
I’m in love with this reverb.
Not a whole lot of features and flexibility, but when I think “reverb” THIS is the sound I hear in my head. Sounds beautiful on everything. This is reverb. Want “some” reverb? This...
Read MoreB. Hastings
December 25, 2022
Legend
at the suggestion of a few VERY big mixers i bought this and was NOT disappointed!
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Key Features
Faithful recreation of the EMT 250, widely considered one of the best-sounding reverbs ever built
Very same algorithm found in the original, repurposed for plug-in use in conjunction with original EMT 250 designer Dr. Barry Blesser
Modeled from Allen Sides’ EMT 250 “golden unit” at United/Ocean Way Recording
EMT 250’s delay and modulation effects also included : Delay, Phasing, Chorus, Echo, and Space
Fully endorsed by EMT Studiotechnik GmbH as the world’s only authentic emulation
Exclusive “UAD Powered Plug-In” features include Dry/Wet Mix, Wet Solo and Hard bypass via the lighted EMT power icon
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Customer Reviews
EMT® 250 Classic Electronic Reverb
y. kim
good choice
natural sound. good sound.
E. Cruz
Awsome
First time in my life I used this reverb. Definitely one of my favorite. Top notch sound with uad.
V. Mina
Brilliant
Absolutely brilliant. 3Dimensional flavour to any kind of instrument. Highly racomanded. Really intuitive and powerful
J. Arrieta
Sweet verb!
wasn't sure if i'd like it and immediately fell in love with this reverb!
M. Avery
I’m in love with this reverb.
Not a whole lot of features and flexibility, but when I think “reverb” THIS is the sound I hear in my head. Sounds beautiful on everything. This is reverb. Want “some” reverb? This is reverb.
B. Hastings
Legend
at the suggestion of a few VERY big mixers i bought this and was NOT disappointed!
M. Ahmad
Grab this Emt 250
organic and very musical , love this plugin ..
R. Sortwell
Rest reverb
Best plugin reverb on the market
J. Neves
Great Quality
Very happy with this purchase. Definitely not a workhorse type of reverb in my opinion but it certainly does what it does very well!
N. Οικονομίδης
EMT® 250 Classic Electronic Reverb
The bestM. Mengali
Versatile e di grande qualità
Si tratta di un multieffetto da usare con molti strumenti. Utilizzando l'EMT 250 si possono ottenere ottimi risultati già con i vari preset. Io lo uso sulla mandata effetti quando mi ascolto e nelle fasi del mix. Usato con presisione, è utilissimo anche nella fase di mastering. La traccia della voce acquista molto con l'EMT 250. L' emulazione è ottima !
f. Rose
Excellent
Very cool and easy to use
T. Basso
The best
My favorite reverb
w. gonsoulin
Magnificent!
Performs exactly as advertised! User friendly and accurate.
T. Manning
Great Revival of The Great Reverberator!
I owned an original EMT 250 for well over 20 years, loved it, and used it on almost every project for that length of time. In fact, Julio Iglesias WOULD NOT record without it at my studio! But mine finally "bit the dust" and couldn't be repaired...I was heartbroken.
But now I have it back! Buying and installing the UAD EMT 250 almost brought tears to my eyes. Such wonderful, lush reverb again. Thanks UA!E. Ananda
Can't explain it
Does what it's meant to do and more, can be used for a simple vocal reverb or for a whirlwind of weird stuff. It's fun that's all I can say!
G. Scharmer-Choi
It’s just lovely
Sound so smooth and great- it’s just a joy to use
Z. Sidó
Superb
My favorite reverb.
S. Nelson
Amazing Reverb
This reverb is one of my all time favorites. I love it. When used on a vocal track it places the singers voice clearly and elegantly in the mix. The reflections are very smooth, warm and clean without unusual artifacts. In my opinion it the best EMT verb available—the depth and dimension of this reverb is simply phenomenal. Did I say I love it.
U. KJAILI
Niceee reverb
Nice reverb
