Small Plate Reverb

Small Plate Reverb

The EMT 140 (Small) is a plate reverb unit produced by EMT, renowned for its rich, natural-sounding reverb. Utilizing a suspended metal plate to create reverberation, the 140 delivers smooth, lush decay and a distinctive warmth prized in both studio and live settings. Its compact "Small" version offers the classic EMT plate sound in a reduced footprint, making it suitable for studios with limited space while maintaining the sonic quality that made the EMT 140 a staple in professional audio production.

Fender Model Guide

Provides smooth, dense reflections with a focused decay that helps instruments sit naturally within a mix.

  • MIX Adjusts amount of reverb effect blended with dry signal.
  • DECAY Adjusts reverb trail length.
  • DIFFUSE Adjusts build-up of echo density and reverb reflections.
  • HIGH DAMP Adjusts amount of high-frequency cut in reverb feedback.
  • LOW DAMP Adjusts amount of low-frequency cut in the reverb.
  • HI TONE Adjusts gain for post-reverb high-shelf tone control.
  • LOW TONE Adjusts gain for post-reverb low-shelf tone control.
  • BALANCE Adjusts mix between early and late reflections.
  • SPILLOVER Select to continue hearing reverb trail after effect has been bypassed.

From the Fender Tone Master Pro Model Guide

Based on
EMT 140 (Small)
Effect type
Reverb
Real gear released
1957