Equalisers

Equalisers are fundamental signal processing tools used to shape tonal balance in recording, mixing and mastering. From early passive and valve designs to discrete transistor and integrated circuit based circuits, hardware equalisers have defined the frequency character of countless recordings.

This archive includes vintage studio equalisers alongside modern hardware designs and recreations of classic circuits. From broad program equalisers to fully parametric systems, these processors remain central to professional studio workflows and analogue production techniques.

Decades
Made In China
Released in 2025 /
The Z&H Designs ME-250DX Stereo Mastering EQ is a mastering-grade Sontec-inspired equaliser with stepped controls, over 100 frequency points, onboard M/S processing, discrete high-voltage op-amps, and precision hand-matching for accurate, natural, and versatile sound shaping.
Made In U.K.
Released in 2025 /
The Drawmer MQ-1 is a 500-series seven-band proportional-Q equaliser inspired by the classic Motown sound of the 1960s. It offers fully variable ±10dB boost or cut with automatic bandwidth adjustment for intuitive tonal shaping. The unique ‘CRUSH’ feature adds harmonic saturation, enhancing warmth and presence. Designed and manufactured in the UK, the MQ-1 delivers low-noise performance, a hard-wired bypass, and the renowned build quality expected from Drawmer.
Made In U.K.
Released in 2025 /
The Drawmer MQ-2 is a stereo 7-band proportional-Q equaliser and compressor for the 500-series, inspired by the classic 1960s Motown EQs. It offers fully variable ±10dB boost or cut, an intuitive one-knob compressor, and a ‘CRUSH’ feature for harmonic saturation. Users can switch the processing order between EQ and compression. Designed and manufactured in the UK, the Drawmer MQ-2 delivers high-quality, low-noise performance in a two-slot 500-series module.
Made In Canada
Released in 2025 /
Sonic Farm Star Treq is a dual-channel tube EQ with a hybrid pentode-transistor design for smooth, high-headroom equalisation. Featuring fully passive filters with real inductors, switchable shelving, and precise recall, it delivers sweet yet transparent tone for tracking, mixing, and mastering.
Made In U.S.A.
Released in 2025 /
The Black Box HG‑Q is a 3U hardware EQ and saturator with true analogue, tube-driven circuitry and full digital plug-in control. Featuring six interactive bands, mid-side support, and integrated saturation, it offers advanced tone shaping and harmonic enhancement far beyond traditional EQs.
Made In France
Released in 2025 /
The HLabs EQ169S is a two-channel, rackmount Studer-inspired EQ with two shelves, a smooth semi-parametric mid band, and reliable bypass circuitry. Handcrafted in France and released in 2025.
Made In France
Released in 2025 /
The HLabs EQ169+ is a mono mastering equaliser inspired by Studer’s 169 design, featuring stepped controls, precision-matched components, extended filter options, and ultra-low distortion. Released in 2025, it offers the perfect blend of classic musicality and modern mastering precision.
Made In U.K.
Released in 2026 /
The Neve 88R LBEQ delivers authentic 88RS console equalisation in a compact 500 series format, combining wide gain range, fully parametric control, and classic Neve musicality for precise and expressive tone shaping.
Made In Sweden
Released in 2026 /
The TK Audio TEQ is a mastering-grade dual-band Baxandall equaliser with extended frequency options, ultra-fine stepped control, and full Mid/Side functionality for precise, musical mix bus and mastering EQ.