McDSP: AE600 Active EQ
New and unique EQ modes, independent control of fixed and active EQ bands, and an ultra low latency algorithm make the AE600 the perfect solution for any audio production. Every fixed and active band in the AE600 has its own gain, frequency, Q, and mode controls. Mode options include parametric, proportional Q parametric, 5x Q parametric, Baxandall shelving EQ, vintage styled EQ, and a new X-style shelving EQ. All bands are completely overlapping and can use the input signal or selected side chain inputs to trigger the active EQ response.
Crisp Vocals
A good way to insure the vocal always has space in a mix is by using the AE600 and its side chain (external) capabilities.
Gigantic Drums
Indeed, one may consider multi-band compression for equalizing a drum set. But active EQ may be even better.
Mix Down
Final tweaks to a stereo mix down are readily handled by the flexibility of the AE600. Every band can be any of the 13 EQ and filter shapes.
"This is an indispensable plug-in in any mixer’s toolbox."
Mick Guzauski Daft Punk, Prince, Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera
Features
–Six fully overlapping fixed and active EQ bands
–Independent control over all fixed and active EQ parameters per band
–Selectable EQ mode per fixed and active bands
–Unique active EQ ratio response control
–Side chain support
–Double precision processing
–Zero latency
–Collection of presets from award winning mix engineers
–Mono and stereo versions
Formats
–HD: AAX DSP/Native, AU, VST3
–Native: AAX Native, AU, VST3
WANT TO LISTEN TO THE AE600 IN ACTION?
Carve Space for Vocals with Ducking
Let's dive into using an active equalizer’s sidechain to “duck” a song’s instrumental, and allowing the lead vocal to shine.
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Articulate Metering
Compare your pre and post processing levels to keep tabs on your gain staging.
Control Linking
Link EQ bands together to adjust EQ parameters relative to the master band when the master band controls are updated.
Q Modes
Choose between 6 different Q modes for each active and/or fixed EQ band.
Pre-Filter
Carve out some lows and/or highs before running through any EQ Bands on the AE600.
Active EQ Controls
Each active EQ band has threshold, ratio, attack, and release controls. Enabling the INV button causes the active EQ to engage as signal levels fall below the threshold (as apposed to above).
Key Monitoring
Monitor the internal or external key to hear how each band is working.