IK Multimedia has announced the release of Sunset Sound Studio Reverb II, a major evolution of their acclaimed studio emulation.
Moving beyond its origins as a T-RackS module, Version II arrives as a standalone powerhouse, significantly expanding the spatial depth and processing flexibility of the legendary Sunset Strip recording environment.
The update leverages IK’s proprietary Volumetric Response Modeling (VRM) technology to capture the acoustic nuances of Studios 1, 2, and 3. Unlike static convolution, VRM maintains the interaction between source position and room response, delivering the specific tone and movement heard on decades of iconic records.
True 3D Source Positioning
The centerpiece of Version II is the new Live Room Positioning System. Users can now place sound sources in up to 27 distinct locations per studio. Because each position was captured as a unique acoustic event rather than being mathematically interpolated, the early reflections and boundary reinforcements remain authentic to the physical space.
Additionally, Studios 1 and 3 now feature modeled variable dampening, allowing users to adjust the studio’s physical absorption panels to reshape decay and tonal balance in real-time.
Dual-Engine Architecture & Size Control
Sunset Sound Studio Reverb II introduces a dual independent reverb engine design. This allows for parallel routing of different spaces—for example, layering a Studio 1 Live Room with a vintage EMT plate or an AKG spring reverb. Each engine features its own EQ, stereo imaging, and routing controls.
The new Advanced Size Control goes beyond simple decay times. It dynamically scales impulse responses from 0% to 200% while preserving the original room’s tonal fingerprint. This enables engineers to shrink large rooms for tight percussion or expand small booths into cinematic environments without losing spatial coherence.
Key Features at a Glance
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336 Stereo IRs: A massive expansion of the live room capture library.
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Directional & Omni Modes: Choose how the source energizes the room (e.g., focused dispersion for vocals vs. uniform propagation for drums).
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Modeled Analog Paths: Selectable preamp emulations of the API/DeMedio Sunset Sound Custom and the Class-A Discrete NEVE 8880 consoles.
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Modern Interface: A redesigned 3D UI for intuitive source positioning and routing.
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Standalone & Plug-in: Works as a dedicated application or within any DAW.
Price: $/€149.99.
Loyalty Discount: Existing owners of the original T-RackS Sunset Sound Studio Reverb are eligible for a $/€50 discount automatically applied at checkout for a limited time.