Listen
Hear PEQ-2, not a description of it.
The idea
Not a curve fit. PEQ-2 solves the real EQP-1A passive network sample by sample, then adds what the original never had: unit tolerances, Mid/Side, match and delta.
Try it now
This is the real interface.
Drag the knobs, flip the switches, browse the presets. This is the prototype interface with a simulated signal; details may change before launch.
What's inside
6 reasons, measured.
- 01
The real network
Every capacitor and inductor of the passive EQ is solved by modified nodal analysis. Our response matches the reference circuit to 0.0001 dB.
- 02
The low-end trick, for real
Boost and attenuate the same low frequency and you get the classic shelf-with-a-dip, because the circuit does it, not a lookup table.
- 03
Unit A, B, C
Three sets of part tolerances, from the reference unit to two well-used ones. Stepped or Sweep turns the selectors into continuous controls.
- 04
Drive and Iron
Push the tube makeup stage and saturate the output transformer, separately.
- 05
Stereo, M/S or L/R
Two complete EQs when you need them. The other channel draws as a dashed curve so you always see both.
- 06
Match and Delta
Match gain-compensates from the circuit's own curve so louder never fools you. Delta plays only what the EQ adds.
Specifications
- Model
- EQP-1A passive network, MNA-solved
- Oversampling
- 2× linear phase, bit-exact bypass
- CPU
- ≈1 % of one core at 48 kHz
- Formats (planned)
- AU · VST3 · Standalone
- System
- macOS 12 or later, Apple silicon and Intel
- Interface
- Resizable 75–150 %, presets with folders, A/B, undo
Questions about PEQ-2
01How is it different from other Pultec plugins?+
It solves the circuit instead of approximating curves, and adds unit tolerances, sweepable selectors, M/S and Match/Delta.
02Is it light enough for every channel?+
About 1 % CPU per instance at 48 kHz.
03Can I buy the plugins yet?+
Not yet. All five are in development and the interfaces and sound you see here are prototypes. We'll announce the launch shortly; the waitlist hears first.
04What does the waitlist get me?+
Launch pricing (20–25 % below the normal price), the free PRE-1 on day one, and a chance to beta test the prototypes.
05How do I become a beta tester?+
Tick "I'd like to beta test" when you join and tell us your DAW. We'll pick testers across hosts and roles.
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