The Relic Collection has expanded again, and this time we’re getting two new free reverb plugins: the RF224 and 480R. With these additions, the collection now includes 15 free audio plugins covering everything from compression and EQ to tape machines, channel strips, and now digital reverb.
Both new reverbs are inspired by classic studio hardware and offer a variety of programs for adding space, depth, and character to your mixes.
If you’re building your music production plugin collection without spending a fortune, these are worth checking out.
Two New Free Reverb Plugins
The latest additions to the Relic Collection are the RF224 and 480R. Both offer different approaches to classic digital reverb, with multiple programs and adjustable parameters.
The plugins are available in VST3, CLAP, and Audio Units formats, with support for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Like the other Relic plugins, they include a shared toolbar with several useful processing features:
- Bypass controls
- Serial and mid/side processing
- High-pass and low-pass filtering
- Sidechain support
- Dry/wet mix control
- A/B comparison
- Factory presets
- Delta monitoring
These features make the plugins more flexible than simple reverb effects, particularly when working with different routing and mixing techniques.
RF224: Nine Classic Reverb Programs
The RF224 is inspired by early digital studio reverb units and includes nine programs covering several classic reverb types.
Available sounds include:
- Halls
- Plates
- Rooms
- Chamber
- Chorus
There are additional controls for shaping the reverb, adjusting the mix, and experimenting with the different settings.
I also tried a plate reverb setting using one of my own songs to get an idea of how it sounds in a musical context.
The RF224 looks like an interesting option for anyone who enjoys the character of classic digital reverbs.
480R: 94 Programs Across 10 Banks
The second addition is the 480R, which takes inspiration from large digital reverb hardware from the 1980s.
This plugin offers considerably more program options, with 94 programs organized into 10 banks.
The available categories include:
- Halls
- Rooms
- Plates
- Random halls
- Ambience
- Twin delays
- Special effects
The interface provides different pages of adjustable settings, allowing you to browse programs and experiment with the available reverb characteristics.
There are plenty of options to explore, and I’ll need more time with this one to get a better understanding of everything it offers.
Customize The Reverb Plugins With Skins
Another interesting addition is the option to purchase alternative skins for the reverbs.
These cosmetic options are approximately $5 and include designs such as Hot Pink, Pink Carbon, and Blackout.
They’re completely optional, but provide a way to customize the appearance of the plugins.
The Relic Collection Now Has 15 Free Plugins
With the RF224 and 480R additions, the Relic Collection now offers 15 free plugins:
- 5 Compressors
- 5 EQ Plugins
- 2 Tape Machines
- 1 Channel Strip
- 2 Reverb Plugins
That’s a pretty substantial collection of studio-inspired processing tools without having to spend anything.
These two reverbs deserve a closer look, and I may put together individual videos demonstrating their features and sounds in more detail.
Where To Get The Free Relic Plugins
You can check out the Relic Collection and explore the new RF224 and 480R reverbs through the official website.
Website: https://www.relicplugins.com/
If you’re interested in free audio plugins for music production, mixing, and sound design, this is another collection worth adding to your toolkit.
Watch the video above for my first look at both new reverbs and a demonstration of the RF224 in action.
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