Updated: May 24, 2026
Slowed + reverb edits have become huge on TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram. The dreamy, nostalgic vibe works perfectly for sad songs, phonk, and night drive playlists. Here's how to make your own in under 60 seconds.
Slowed + reverb is an audio effect that combines two changes. First, the song speed is reduced to 0.7x - 0.9x of the original. This makes vocals deeper and the tempo more relaxed. Second, reverb is added. Reverb simulates the sound of a large hall or empty room, giving the track an echo-like atmosphere.
Use MP3, WAV, or M4A files that you own. You can export songs from your music library. Make sure the file is under 50MB for faster processing. Important: Only edit songs you have rights to use.
Go to ReverbTown and tap the upload box. Select your audio file. Processing starts instantly in your browser. Nothing gets uploaded to a server, so your files stay private.
Night Drive: 0.90x speed, 50% reverb, -1 pitch. Perfect for lo-fi and chill beats.
Sad Night: 0.88x speed, 60% reverb, -2 pitch. Best for emotional songs.
Deep Slowed: 0.70x speed, 65% reverb, -4 pitch. Heavy phonk and trap vibe.
Clean Slowed: 0.92x speed, 35% reverb, 0 pitch. Keeps vocals clear.
Hit Preview to hear a 15-second sample. Adjust speed, reverb, or pitch if needed. Lower speed means deeper vocals. More reverb means more echo. Once you like it, click Export & Download. You get a WAV file in seconds.
1. Start with 0.85x speed for most pop songs
2. Keep reverb between 40-70% so it doesn't get muddy
3. Use -2 to -4 pitch for that classic "slowed" feel
4. Avoid 100% reverb on songs with heavy bass
Making edits for personal use is generally fine. But uploading copyrighted songs to YouTube or Spotify can get claimed. Always credit original artists. Read our DMCA policy for details.
← Back to ReverbTown