Rezio
Type: Modern virtual microphone (not based on real model)
present in the ReValver cab mics library (headrushfx.com)
designed for: modern, mix-ready sounds, maximum definition and control
WHAT MAKES IT UNIQUE
unlike all other mics:
- It does NOT emulate a real microphone
- it is designed for:
- immediately sound “finished”
- work in the mix
- reduce problems (mud, harsh, etc.)
in practice: it is an “intelligent” / optimized mic
SOUND CHARACTER
- low tight and controlled
- medium balanced
- high defined but not harsh
- answer very modern
in practice: more precise than the SM57, more controlled than the MD421, more “plug & play” of all
TIMBRIC PERSONALITY
it's a mic:
- modern
- defined
- mix-ready
- not very "vintage"
perfect for: direct modern metal djent prog recording
Controls
Axis Interaction
- ON-axis → maximum attack
- OFF-axis → softer
here: ON = standard
Gain (dB)
- volume only
Mic Distance (inch)
- Distance 0–1”: ultra tight
- Distance 1–2”: balance
- Distance 2–3”: natural
- Distance >3”: more open
Low (dB)
bass already checked
use:
- 0 → perfect
- rarely necessary to cut
High (dB)
use:
- 0 → natural
- +1 → more presence
- further → it can become too modern
Delay (ms)
useful for: stereo depth
Ambience (Y/N)
often OFF (metal) ON for more natural sounds
Pro Tips
QUICK SUMMARY
- type: virtual
- character: modern / defined
- strength: mix-ready
- limitation: little character
ON DARK CAB (PPC, Orange)
PERFECT cleans the sound
ON MODERN CABs (VHIII, 6505)
EXCELLENT already “finished” sound
ON VINTAGE CAB
modernizes it loses a bit of vintage character
ON HI-FI CAB (TVX, SW Giant)
very defined can become too “clinical”
PRO
super defined mix-ready zero problems easy to use
AGAINST
little character, little “analog vibe” can seem sterile
Setup Examples
MODERN METAL (TOP)
- perfect sound right away
DJENT / PROG
MODERN ROCK
MIX FIX (cab muddy)
- cleans everything