To avoid clicks and pops when looping a sample, what should be added?

When looping a sample, adding small fades is essential to prevent clicks and pops at the loop points. This is because abrupt changes in waveform amplitude at the beginning or end of a loop can create noticeable artifacts, such as clicks or pops, due to the sudden transition.

Small fades allow for a gradual increase or decrease in volume at the start and end of the loop, ensuring that the audio transitions smoothly. This gradual adjustment helps blend the end of the audio with the beginning of the audio seamlessly, creating a more polished and professional sound.

Large fades, while they can also help, may alter the sonic characteristics of the loop more significantly than intended, potentially interfering with the rhythmic integrity of the audio. In contrast, no fades would likely exacerbate the issue of clicks and pops, leading to an undesirable listening experience. Adding reverb effects is not directly related to solving the problem of loop artifacts; instead, it can further obscure the sound rather than resolve the issue of audible transitions.