WesAudio NgTubeEQ 4-band passive EQ
The WesAudio ngTubeEQ is a versatile 4-band passive EQ with dual-mono, stereo, and mid-side modes and digital recall and automation.
SELECTABLE FREQUENCY BANDS
The WesAudio ngTubeEQ sets the standard in sound refinement with 12 selectable frequencies across four meticulously crafted bands. This dynamic range allows for precise adjustments, with each band featuring variable Q, bell and shelf modes, and individual bypass options for tailored sound control. The design caters to the most discerning ears, ensuring that every nuance of your audio is captured and enhanced.
DYNAMIC FILTER SECTION
The device boasts an innovative filter section on each channel, providing a variable high-pass and low-pass filter. This functionality permits unparalleled precision in isolating and refining your frequency range. Whether working in dual-mono, stereo, or mid-side mode, the ngTubeEQ offers the tools to shape your audio accurately.
DUAL OUTPUT STAGES
Sonic versatility is at the heart of the ngTubeEQ, manifested through its dual color-coded output stages. The Green stage offers an electronically balanced output, yielding a crisp, modern sound, while the Red stage introduces the warmth of the tube and Carnhill transformer stage, complete with IRON PAD controls. This feature allows users to switch between a contemporary punch and a rich, vintage tone, catering to various musical preferences.
INNOVATIVE TOPOLOGY & SATURATION CONTROLS
The ngTubeEQ’s unique topology ensures that you can drive the tube amp and transformer stages to their fullest without compromising the signal’s integrity through the passive attenuation stage. Total Harmonic Distortion control adds another layer of customization, allowing for the introduction of saturation to your tracks, thereby enriching the sonic texture and depth.
MODERN VS. VINTAGE
The ngTubeEQ offers a spectrum of sonic possibilities, from the crispness of modern audio to the nostalgic warmth of vintage sounds. With features like Proportional and Constant Q and various gain modes, the device allows you to shape your audio according to your artistic vision. Whether you seek the clarity of contemporary sound or the richness of analogue warmth, the ngTubeEQ is your gateway to auditory excellence.
DIGITAL RECALL & AUTOMATION
Integration into your digital workflow is seamless with the ngTubeEQ. The device offers digital recall and automation, bridging the gap between analog quality and digital convenience. Control the plugin directly from your DAW, complete with comprehensive metering and a selection of factory presets. The ngTubeEQ is not just an EQ; it’s a pivotal tool that redefines the boundaries of music production, offering precision and versatility in one package. Experience the future of sound with WesAudio ngTubeEQ.
Main features summary:
- 100% Analog Parametric Tube Equalizer: The ngTubeEQ offers pure analog processing with a substantial 26dBu headroom.
- Custom Passive Section: At its core, the ngTubeEQ features a passive section built around custom inductors for exceptional sound quality.
- Four Passive Bands with Extensive Range: Boasting 12 selectable frequency points per band, covering from 22Hz to 28kHz.
- Bypassable Passive Bands with Variable Q: Each band is independently bypassable and includes a fully variable Q for nuanced sound sculpting.
- Versatile Active Filters: Active LPF & HPF filters with 12/24 dB per octave slopes, variable controls, and analog bypass switch.
- Three Operational Modes: Offering dual, stereo, and mid-side operational modes for flexible sound staging.
- Comprehensive DAW Plugin Control: Full control and instant recall through an efficient GUI in all plugin formats, compatible with PC/MAC across all DAWs.
- Dual Output Options: GREEN for electronically balanced output, RED for a tube amplification stage with transformer output and IRON PAD.
- THD with Proprietary Circuitry: Features a unique harmonic distortion circuit, fully bypassable, that integrates with the gain structure for adjustable inductor-based saturation.
- Unique Q Settings: Proportional and Constant Q options, making it a rare EQ with both constant and variable Q implementations.
- Flexible Gain Modes: Two gain modes – 15dB (±15dB range, 0.25dB step) and 5dB (±5dB range, 0.1dB step).
- Integrated LCD Parameter Display: A compact LCD screen that visualizes metering and parameter changes upon knob interaction.
- Comprehensive Metering: Integrated LCD and plugin metering for detailed input and output monitoring.
- Hardware A/B/C Memory Settings: Easily switch between three analog preset settings using simple buttons, even when using the ngBusComp as a pure analog processor.
- USB and Ethernet Connectivity: Supports direct USB connection or network integration via Ethernet for versatile setup options.
- Analog Automation Capability: Draw automation lines in your DAW to control the analog device settings dynamically, with touch-sensitive encoders for recording automation back to your DAW.