Digital Section
The sound of the Mastering Equalizer is obviously based on the quality of its precisely matched analog filters, capacitors and inductors. But all user control and interactions are performed in the digital domain. This allows us to incorporate options and possibilities not found in any standard analog equalizer:
- Save and recall presets from internal memory (400 slots available)
- Instant reset of all parameters
- Fast, accurate and repeatable adjustments
- Precisely linked stereo operation with single-control ease
- DAW automation and recall of all available parameters
The digital section of the Mastering Equalizer is based on a high-speed 32-bit microcontroller, with dedicated firmware programmed into its memory (with the possibility of updating the firmware via USB connection). It controls the parameters of all analog filters, monitors the user interface, preset management, audio metering, USB connectivity and other Mastering Equalizer functions.
Front panel and LCD touch screen
The front panel of the Mastering Equalizer is built around a large touch-sensitive LCD screen, which allows you to control almost every function available on the device. It will show you the live representation of the EQ curve and let you adjust the filter gain and frequency with the tap and drag of your finger (check out the unique frequency lookup function!). Additionally, you can also monitor input/output levels, access the real-time FFT analyzer, or store and recall presets using the on-screen QWERTY keyboard
Technical specification (all filters enabled, defined):
– Frequency response from 20 Hz to 20 kHz (+/- 0.2 dB)
– Dynamic range: 102 dB (+23 dBu, 22 kHz BW)
– THD+N: 0.03% at +4 dBu, 0.06% at +18 dBu, 20 kHz BW
– CMRR: max. 85 dB at 3 kHz, minimum 52 dB at 20 Hz, 20 kHz BW
– Crosstalk: minimum -100 dB at 30 Hz, maximum -65 dB at 20 kHz, +18 dBu, 20 kHz BW
– balanced stereo input (XLR), 23dBu max. entry level (THD < 0.2%)
– balanced stereo output (XLR), maximum output level 23dBu (THD < 0.2%)
– Operating level: +4dBu
– Input impedance (differential): 48kΩ (for balanced signal)
– Output impedance: 50Ω + 50Ω (electronically balanced)
– 2U cabinet, 230mm deep
– 115/230V switch
– Advanced linear power supply with toroidal AC mains transformer
– Maximum power consumption: 20W
– Shipping weight: 5.5 kg, 62x37x21 cm