EQ

Billed as an instant mastering device for on‑stage use, the DOCtron IMC could well be an entirely new class of audio processor.

Its combination of ‘See‑Saw’ band and filters make this classy EQ really versatile.

Compatible with both the 500‑series and the 51X modular formats, these classy Allan Bradford‑designed modules offer up analogue magic in spades.

Looking to add movement to your sounds? Look no further!

Pulsar train their modelling sights on Manley’s mighty Massive Passive.

The second plug‑in in KIT’s Blackbird range aims to bring a little Motown magic to your DAW.

Golden Age’s new Premier series of Neve‑inspired devices get even closer to the real thing.

Many of the best‑loved classic equalisers used a passive inductor‑capacitor (L‑C) circuit, in most...

We check out this painstaking recreation of the rare and coveted Motown equaliser.

Tilt! is a neat and genuinely useful plug‑in which offers a pair of modelled shelving filters, each with a switchable turnover frequency.

This classy EQ marries vintage tone with the convenience of software control.

This versatile input channel gives you the classic sound of tubes, transformers and inductors.

A stunning overhaul of SSL’s bus compressor, the Bus+ goes much further than most imitators without sophistication undermining ease of use.

Hungarian company Gainlab impressed us with their Dictator compressor, so we were looking forward to putting their EQ through its paces.

This powerful new EQ plug-in aims to encourage you to make better mix decisions.

The right EQ settings can make a mix — and the wrong ones can make a mess. Our in‑depth guide will help you get more from this all‑important tool.

An EQ that gives you separate control over the transient and sustain portions could be more useful than you think!

H2 aim to put the legendary sound of Olympic Studios in your 500‑series rack.

The audio files available on this page accompany my review of the...

Created in partnership with Empirical Labs, these two emulations form a characterful yet capable channel strip.

Antelope Audio recreate a cult mastering equaliser for their unique AFX platform.