How to use ValhallaShimmer: Set Shift amount to +12 semitones and Feedback to 0?

Set Shift amount to +12 semitones and Feedback to 0.5 or greater to produce the classic Eno/Lanois shimmer sound

How to use ValhallaShimmer: Use Dual mode for rich, symphonic harmonic texture with simultaneous upward and downward pitch shifting?

Use Dual mode for rich, symphonic harmonic texture with simultaneous upward and downward pitch shifting

How to use ValhallaShimmer: Use SingleReverse or DualReverse modes for smoother, more organ-like pitch shifting compared to Single or Dual modes?

Use SingleReverse or DualReverse modes for smoother, more organ-like pitch shifting compared to Single or Dual modes

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ValhallaShimmer

Name: ValhallaShimmer
Author: Valhalla DSP

Valhalla DSP

Where to get itAvailable from Valhalla DSPvalhalladsp.com

ValhallaShimmer is an algorithmic reverb plugin designed for creating ethereal, pitch-shifted soundscapes and large ambient spaces. It combines high-quality reverberation with integrated pitch shifting in the feedback loop to produce the classic Eno/Lanois shimmer effect, as well as a wide variety of textures ranging from spring reverbs to glistening pads, all optimized for smooth real-time parameter automation without CPU strain.

Key Features

014 Reverb Modes: Mono, Small Stereo, Medium Stereo, Big Stereo

025 Pitch Shift Modes: Single, Dual, SingleReverse, DualReverse, Bypass

03Feedback, Diffusion, and Size controls for fine-tuning attack, sustain, and decay

04Modulation controls for subtle thickening and string ensemble-like decays

05Two tone controls and Color Mode selector (Bright/Dark) for timbre adjustment

06Smooth real-time parameter automation with no clicks or artifacts

07High-density reverb algorithm optimized for CPU efficiency

Things to Try

01Set Shift amount to +12 semitones and Feedback to 0.5 or greater to produce the classic Eno/Lanois shimmer sound
02Use Dual mode for rich, symphonic harmonic texture with simultaneous upward and downward pitch shifting
03Use SingleReverse or DualReverse modes for smoother, more organ-like pitch shifting compared to Single or Dual modes

Formats

VSTVST3AAXAU

Official Website↗User Manual↗

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