EpicPLATE MKII
epicPLATE mkII
EpicPLATE MKII is a refined, modern take on classic plate reverberation, built for producers who want density, speed, and tonal consistency without digital harshness.
Known for its fast build-up and unmistakable plate character, EpicPLATE has long been a go-to free reverb for vocals, drums, and delay-heavy workflows.
The MKII update brings a cleaner interface, improved DSP quality, and VST3 support, solidifying its place as one of the strongest freeware plate reverbs available on Windows.
System Requirements:
- 64-bit
- VST
- Windows
Plate Density & Diffusion Design
At its core, epicPLATE mkII focuses on what made plate reverbs essential in the first place: immediate density, even decay, and tonal stability.
The reverb builds quickly without smearing transients, making it especially effective on vocals and percussive material where clarity matters. Its diffusion structure avoids the graininess often found in algorithmic plates, delivering smooth, cohesive tails that sit naturally in a mix.
Rather than emulating a specific piece of hardware, epicPLATE mkII captures the behaviour of classic plates — fast energy distribution, consistent decay, and a musically balanced frequency response.
This makes it equally useful as a primary reverb or layered alongside delays, where its dense tail helps glue echoes together without clutter.
Workflow & mkII Enhancements
The MKII revision introduces a redesigned interface that prioritises speed and readability, making it easier to dial in settings during mixing.
Under the hood, higher-quality processing improves tail smoothness and stereo stability, while VST3 support ensures compatibility with modern DAWs and routing setups.
EpicPLATE MKII remains intentionally focused. It’s not overloaded with modulation tricks or experimental features — instead, it delivers a reliable, musical plate sound that works quickly and predictably.
For producers who value tone and mix placement over endless parameters, it’s a tool that earns its keep fast.
Key Features:
A focused plate reverb built for speed, density, and mix clarity.
- Modern recreation of classic plate reverb behaviour
- Tonally balanced decay suited to vocals and drums
- Smooth, dense diffusion with minimal artefacts
- Fast, consistent reverb build-up
- Ideal companion for delay-based effects
- Freeware release with VST and VST3 support
FAQ
It prioritises density and speed rather than spatial realism, producing an immediate, even tail that enhances presence without suggesting a physical space.
Its dense diffusion fills gaps between delay repeats, smoothing rhythmic echoes without masking transients or adding excessive width.
Yes. The fast attack and controlled decay make it effective on snares, claps, and percussion where slower reverbs can feel detached.
mkII introduces improved DSP quality, a redesigned interface, and VST3 support while preserving the original sound character.
