MEQ-A Tube Equalizer

MEQ-A Pultec MEQ-5 Midrange EQ clone - NOS tubes

MEQ-A Tube Equalizer

from $999.00

Perfect midrange, every time.

A faithful, all-tube recreation of the vintage Pultec® MEQ-5 midrange EQ used to sweeten mixes, sculpt individual sources, and add richness and weight to countless classic records. Focusing on the critical midrange frequencies, the circuit features three inductor-based EQ bands like the original - two "Peak" controls for boosting frequencies with a "Dip" option in the center. Like its larger sibling, the EQP-A, our MEQ-A includes a full complement of NOS 12AX7, 6AQ5A, and 6x4 tubes.

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Standard Edition MEQ-A Tube Equalizer Mastering Edition MEQ-A Tube Equalizer

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POWERFUL, COLORFUL, BEAUTIFULLY SMOOTH TUBE EQUALIZER; A TRUE SLEEPER, BUILT THE AUDIOSCAPE WAY

RECREATING THE MEQ-5 MIDRANGE EQUALIZER

It’s not for no reason that the MEQ-A was one of the first AudioScape products. The MEQ-5, introduced by Pulse Technologies as a program equallzer specifically targeting midrange frequencies, is a special design. Often overlooked next to its more famous elder sibling, the EQP-1A, the MEQ is not to be slept on - as those who know, know well!

The MEQ-A’s broad inductor-based bands, with 21 possible center frequencies between the three controls, allow for a wide range of options for sculpting the all-important midrange. The unit's unique single-ended tube line amp, which provides the MEQ’s makeup gain, imparts a sweet, harmonically rich character to anything that passes through it. This makeup gain is worth the price of admission alone.

It is extremely difficult to make this circuit sound bad, even with bands pushed to the maximum - at frequencies that should *never* sound good when dimed. (4k, anyone?) Of course, that assumes the original circuit is done justice!

THE BEST MEQ-5 RECREATION IN ITS CLASS

This is a true AudioScape circuit through and through, with a full complement of NOS tubes and period-correct components like carbon composition resistors to correctly match the very forgiving vintage character of this design. We use custom-wound inductors and transformers, along with a high quality toroidal power supply to ensure longevity and reliability. This is the best quality MEQ unit you can get without paying vintage or equivalent prices.

THE PERFECT “SHAPING” EQ FOR GUITARS AND BASS

The smooth, forgiving nature of the MEQ-A makes it a perfect tool for shaping guitars, especially high gain tones where high mids very quickly become harsh and unpleasant. It also features a number of frequencies well-suited to bass guitar. A gentle boost at 700hz or 1khz lifts the tonal center of the instrument, while an upper peak at 3k adds bite to cut through denser mixes. Cut excessive mud or overtones at 300-500hz, and you have a perfect, defined bass tone that can be molded to fit just about any track!

TUBE EQ = BETTER VOCALS.

The MEQ-A is also a very useful tool on vocals, allowing you to hone in on key frequencies that flatter or veil certain voices. Pair it with a high boost from the EQP-A and you have a vocal sound to die for!

And with the ability to shape low mids, cut overtones, and push upper mids without harshness, you have an equally excellent toolkit for beefing up snares, enhancing toms, and even shaping kick drums.

Simply put, if you love the sound of analog EQ, this unit is an absolute must. It's hard to find a more pleasing, easy to use EQ than this - and we dare you to try to make it sound bad!

NOS TUBE COMPLEMENT:

12AX7
6AQ5A
6x4 Rectifier Tube (faithful to the original circuit)

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FEATURES & SPECS:

Handcrafted in the USA in SMALL BATCHES
Historically Accurate “Pultec Blue” Front Panel
USA-Made Vented Steel Case
Custom-Wound AudioScape Input Transformer (Exacting Replica of the Original)
Custom-Wound AudioScape Output Transformer (Exacting Replica of the Original)
Premium NOS Vintage Tubes Used Throughout
All-Tube Gain Amplifier (Euphonic, Rich and Inviting even with no Peak or Dip EQ Engaged)
3 Custom-Wound Inductors (Period-Correct Recreations of Originals)
High-Quality Capacitors and Resistors Used Throughout:
- Low-Band Capacitors - WIMA MKP Series
- Mid-Band Capacitors - WIMA MKP Series
- High-Band Capacitors - Cornell Dubilier (Polystyrene)
NOS Allen Bradley Carbon Comp Resistors
Vishay-Dale Resistors
Carling Switches
Custom 120V/240V Power Transformer
**specifications, parts & pricing subject to change because sh*t happens ;-)