Beat Repeater on a Session
Beat Repeater effects applied to an entire song session are often a highly desired effect
to create transitions and dramatic “DJ” effects. The recommended approach to applying
beat repeater effects globally to a track is to work with an unmastered stereo mixdown
in a new Reason song session file. This may seem like an extra workflow stage, but
having committed to a mix will allow you more flexibility in applying final arrangement
effects like beat repeats and stutters. In some cases, it is more convenient to apply
Buffre to the mix in your working session file, and it is recommended that you place the
device ahead of your mastering chain. The beat repeater effects will alter the levels of
your mix, so the final compression and mastering stages will help govern the signal
level to prevent clipping.
1. In your Reason Song Session, Bypass AutorouJng and Create a Buffre Beat Repeater.
ReposiJon Buffre so that it sits directly under the Master SecJon Device.
2. Click on the Show Insert FX BuYon on the Master SecJon to expand subrack containing your
mastering chain. Hit the TAB key to view the rear of the rack.
3. PosiJon the cursor over the Insert FX “To Device” sockets to find the first device in the
mastering chain. Buffre should be connected at this point in the signal path. Make a note of
the target device before the next step (MClass EQ, Compressor, etc.)
4. Disconnect the cables from the Insert FX “To Device” sockets, and then connect these
sockets to the Buffer Audio In sockets.
5. Connect the Buffre Audio Outputs to the first device in the mastering configuraJon signal
path (MClass EQ, Compressor, etc.)
6. Hit the TAB key to view the front rack panel. Now you can Run the track and trigger Buffre
from a MIDI Keyboard.
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