A bundle of four analog-style EQ plugins for mixing and mastering, emulating iconic hardware units with classic character and modern workflow features.
Versatile Collection of Analog EQs
The Analog EQs Bundle combines four distinct equalizers, each modeled after a different piece of classic hardware. This collection is designed to cover a wide range of tonal shaping tasks, from surgical adjustments to broad musical colorations, all within a cohesive digital package.
The four plugins—MP-EQ, Poseidon, 8200, and W495—offer different sonic signatures and control layouts. Together, they provide a complete toolkit for mixing and mastering, allowing you to switch between precise corrections and characterful transformations without leaving your DAW.
Detailed Look at Each EQ
The 8200 provides precise, versatile control, ideal for master bus duties. Its tilt function adjusts tonal balance smoothly, while complex curves can be created for subtle correction or pronounced polishing. It emulates the Class-A circuitry of its hardware counterpart, preserving an analog feel.
The W495 is a three-band mastering EQ designed for simplicity and transparency. It broadens the sound stage without harshness, even at extreme settings. In contrast, the MP-EQ is a passive, tube-style EQ with parallel topology, adding snap and color with two transformer models and adjustable drive. Poseidon recreates the sonic qualities of a rare console EQ with modern features.
Smooth Workflow and Integration
The bundle is engineered to fit seamlessly into your digital audio workstation, making the analog sound signature accessible within a modern setup. The MP-EQ’s parallel topology avoids cumulative tonal correction, offering a more fluid and intuitive way to shape frequencies.
Poseidon includes next-generation features that simplify mastering and integration. The 8200’s ability to create complex curves, combined with its tilt control, allows for efficient mixing and mastering adjustments. The W495’s minimal number of bands speeds up your workflow, letting you achieve faster mix balancing when you need quick tonal adjustments.
Practical Applications in Mixing and Mastering
You can use the 8200 on your master bus to open up the stereo field or focus the center of the mix, adding polish through detailed EQ curves. The tilt feature is handy for quick tonal balance adjustments, making it a reliable tool for final mix shaping.
For mastering, the W495 is straightforward, allowing you to broaden the sound stage subtly. The MP-EQ is excellent for adding excitement to individual tracks or buses, with its drive and transformer models offering extra color. Poseidon brings a unique character to channels, suitable for adding vintage-style texture to individual instruments or full mixes.
Key features
- Four distinct equalizer emulations: 8200, W495, MP-EQ, and Poseidon
- Class-A analog circuitry recreation for authentic character
- Tilt function on 8200 for tonal balance adjustment
- Three-band design on W495 for simplified mastering
- Parallel topology and tube-powered passive circuit in MP-EQ
- Two transformer models with adjustable drive on MP-EQ
- Modern next-gen features in Poseidon for DAW integration
Best for
This bundle is best for mixing and mastering engineers who want a variety of analog-style EQ options in one package. It suits those needing precise master bus control, quick tonal balance fixes, or subtle colorations, covering a broad range of shaping tasks without switching between different plugins.