# ShimmerVerb — Massive ethereal reverb

> Ethereal reverb and pitch shifting audio effect plugin. (iPhone/iPad app by Eventide.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shimmerverb/id1463786346 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Eventide](https://appshunter.io/developer/546518026)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: $7.99 (on sale, was $14.99)
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 12 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 14 MB
- Released: 2020-08-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shimmerverb/id1463786346/reviews.md

## What is ShimmerVerb?

ShimmerVerb combines a massively lustrous reverb with parallel pitch shifters to add ethereal layers making any signal, well, "shimmer." Oftentimes, producers would achieve the effect by using Eventide pitch shifting hardware such as the H910, H949, or H3000 or other rack mount units in combination with a reverb. This production technique was popularized by Daniel Lanois and Brian Eno on U2's The Unforgettable Fire. Now, this iconic sound has been refined and extended with a modern, unified interface that is great for adding dreamy ambiance to guitars, keys, synths, samples, and vocals. In typical Eventide fashion, features have been added such as the ability to infinitely feedback the signal, resulting in cascading reverbs that smear into oblivion. Feedback can be further fine-tuned by specifying which frequencies are fed back through the low/mid/high cross-over network. 

ShimmerVerb shines via its playable, performance-based parameters. "The Ribbon" is an easy to program performance macro allowing users to morph between two settings with one control. Desktop users can plug in a MIDI keyboard and gain tactile command over this function via the modulation wheel. Ribbon mappings are great for Feedback swells, moving the Pitch knobs, or changing the Size for a massive detuning result. ShimmerVerb also boasts a HotSwitch for calling up another state of parameters inside the same preset. Use this for changing octaves, turning off/on the pitch shifters, or simply turning the Mix up or down while crafting your performance. Finally, the Freeze button allows you to make smeared textures out of single voices, full pads, or percussive elements resulting in metallic "shimmers."

Features:
- Unique reverb plug-in with parallel pitch shifters on the reverb tail.
- Easily pitch with perfect fourths, fifths, and octaves.
- Micropitch tuning available around perfect intervals.
- Four octaves of pitch shifting (from two octaves down to two octaves up).
- Delay pitched signals up to one second or sync them to your DAW's tempo.
- Feedback determines how much delayed signal is fed back into the input of the reverb.
- Low, Mid, and High cross-over network determines which frequencies are fed back.
- FREEZE holds the current state of the reverb in a smeared texture.
- The RIBBON allows for real-time modification of several parameters at once.
- HOTSWITCH allows for instant switching between two sets of parameters within one preset.
- Available as an Audio Units AUv3 plug-in and Standalone App.

## Key features

- Massive lustrous reverb with parallel pitch shifters
- Infinitely feedbackable signal for cascading reverbs
- Adjustable feedback frequencies via cross-over network
- Playable "Ribbon" performance macro
- Instant parameter switching with "HotSwitch"
- "Freeze" button for smeared textures
- AUv3 plugin and standalone app

## Recent user reviews (9 of 9)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shimmerverb/id1463786346/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Addictive

*2023-04-26, version 10.0.9*

I remember reading that a young Pete Townshend would play a piano chord and just sit there and listen to it decay. It's what I did with this for the first week.

### 3/5 — Cannot use with GarageBand

*2022-02-02, version 1.0.7*

Please add invigoration with garage band

### 4/5 — Great for the sound design ; not for the core audio

*2020-09-23*

Sound is great, but garageband is on the knees when i use more than one eventide plug-in...
I could save one of my project only with the uninstallation of the shimmerverb app from my iPad 7.
And I can’t export the track anymore.

***

Super pour le sound design, moins pour les ressources de mon iPad 7.
J’ai du supprimer cette app pour sauver un projet garageband qui ne voulait plus s’ouvrir, et je ne peux même plus l’exporter sans que ça bugue.
Bref les sons sont géniaux mais je vais hésiter à les utiliser dans mes projets :-/

### 5/5 — God tier app

*2020-08-19, version 1.0.1*

Didn’t think they could top crystals but here I am like a month later to report that shimmer is an absolutely essential tool. Make a synth playing a 3 note sequence sound like an orchestra in heaven. Do it

### 3/5 — Pretty good, who does the preset naming?

*2020-08-19, version 1.0.1*

And is he/ she a satanist?  “Layers of the beast”, “Serpents Tongue”, “Fallen Angel”, “Demon Call”.... I own all the Eventide apps, I could go on with these names but it’s pretty blatant.  Just strange to me unless whomever is naming these is a dirty luciferian, then it’s not weird at all - then it would make perfect sense.

Anyway, the app is whatever.  Plenty of new names coming up on iOS at better prices (odds are good those devs won’t be satanists as well!) If you own some of the other Eventide apps, this one could easily be skipped.

### 5/5 — EXCELLENT!!

*2020-08-13, version 1.0.1*

Oh my God! This is just beautiful! Inspiring sonic art!! I love it!!!

### 5/5 — Another Great ‘Verb

*2020-08-05, version 1.0.0*

Nothing to complain about. Everything to smile about. That’s Eventide algorithms.

### 5/5 — Brilliant!

*2020-08-05*

Can’t wait for AU !

### 5/5 — Nice

*2020-08-04, version 1.0.0*

Different from bleass shimmer sounds really good as well.

## Frequently asked questions about ShimmerVerb

### What is ShimmerVerb used for?

ShimmerVerb is used to create massive, lustrous reverbs with parallel pitch shifters, adding ethereal layers and dreamy ambiance to instruments like guitars, keys, synths, samples, and vocals.

### How does ShimmerVerb's feedback system work?

The feedback system allows the signal to be infinitely fed back into the reverb, creating cascading effects that smear into oblivion. Users can fine-tune which frequencies are fed back using a low/mid/high cross-over network.

### What are the "Ribbon" and "HotSwitch" features in ShimmerVerb?

The "Ribbon" is a performance macro that allows users to morph between two settings with a single control, ideal for swells or pitch changes. The "HotSwitch" enables instant switching between two sets of parameters within a single preset for dynamic performances.

### Can ShimmerVerb be used with a MIDI keyboard?

Yes, desktop users can connect a MIDI keyboard to gain tactile command over the "Ribbon" function via the modulation wheel, enhancing real-time control.

### Does ShimmerVerb have ads?

No, ShimmerVerb does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application.

### What devices does ShimmerVerb support?

ShimmerVerb is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is available as an Audio Units AUv3 plugin and a standalone app.

### How often is ShimmerVerb updated?

The latest version, 1.0.18, was released on March 6, 2024. Updates typically address bug fixes and feature enhancements to improve the user experience.

### What is the price of ShimmerVerb?

ShimmerVerb is available for a one-time purchase of $14.99. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees associated with the app.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.18 — 2024-03-06

- Fixes a bug where Touch and Latch automation were not correctly written in Logic Pro for iPad.
- Fixes a bug where the Standalone background image would not render correctly on some iOS devices.
- Adds a MIDI Mute description to the help screen.
- Removes Inter-App Audio support, as it has been deprecated by Apple. Audio Unit v3 can be used instead.
- Other internal bug fixes and improvements.

### 10.0.9 — 2022-03-23

Added MIDI muting.

### 1.0.8 — 2022-03-07

Added support for iPad mini 6 screen resolution.

### 1.0.7 — 2020-11-23

Added new artist presets.

### 1.0.6 — 2020-10-12

Fixed an issue where clip meters did not always illuminate when clipping had occurred.

Improved preset flyout behavior in the AUv3 plugin. It now remains open when resizing the plugin window.

Added a MIDI mute function to the AUv3 plugin.

Improved scrolling for the user guide on iOS 12.

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