Dub is defined by its use of delay and reverb. From a philosophical standpoint, these are not just effects; they represent the persistence of memory and the haunting of the original recording.
Dub pioneered the use of sub-bass, later adopted by Jungle, Dubstep, and Grime. (Dub) 10 : A Sound Argument
It utilizes silence and "drop-outs" to create psychological tension. II. The Physics of the Frequency Dub is defined by its use of delay and reverb
In a sound system context, the bass vibrates the chest cavity. these are not just effects
A breakdown of the used to create these sounds.
Reverb creates a sense of "place"—whether a vast cathedral or a metallic cavern. IV. The Mixing Desk as a Weapon