The H-Labs EQ169 500-Series Equalizer is the ultimate tool for capturing vintage console mojo with modern precision to ignite your next recording or mixing session!
Experience the legendary Studer 169 console vibe in a modern and versatile 500-Series format with the H-Labs EQ169! Renowned for its warm analog character, smooth top-end extension, and punchy midrange, this EQ has become a go-to choice among seasoned audio engineers. Users consistently rave about its “massive sweet spot,” “exquisite detail,” and “musical shaping” - effortlessly sculpting everything from vocals to drums with pristine clarity and minimal phase shift. Inspired by the iconic design heritage of the Pre169, the EQ169 boasts high headroom, robust build quality, and the flexibility needed for both subtle tone shaping and bold sonic coloration. Whether you’re polishing a vocal track or adding that final shine to your mix or master, the EQ169 delivers the classic warmth, open high-end, and professional consistency that industry pros love. Elevate your studio and experience the timeless, proven power of classic console EQ - available now at Front End Audio, where our dedicated team stands ready to help you achieve sonic excellence!
Musical 3-Band Equalizer
The EQ169 is a simple but very musical 3-band equalizer, featuring a semi-parametric midrange. It will be the perfect companion of our already acclaimed PRE169 mic preamp as a go-to tracking EQ for your 500-series setup!
Inspiration
Inspired by the legendary Studer 169 mixing desk, the EQ169 is a classic, yet very musical 3-band EQ with the original ±15dB high and low shelves and a semi-parametric "Presence" band. This is certainly what makes this console so sought after today.
H-Labs EQ169 500-Series Equalizer Features
- A perfect replica of the original Studer circuit
- Transformerless input and output using top grade op-amps
- Relay-operated bypass circuit for transparent sound & power failure proof design
- A multicolour output level indicator to monitor post-EQ saturation
- The famous "Presence" filter, continuously variable from 150 to 7.000Hz - always nicely smooth
- ±15dB fixed frequency high and low shelves, to get that fat low end or cristalline highs in seconds
- AP style 500-Series format
H-Labs EQ169 500-Series Equalizer Specifications
- High Shelf: ±15dB @ 20kHz
- "Presence" Filter: ±11dB @ 150 to 7000Hz (continuously variable) - Q ≈ 1.0
- Low Shelf: ±15dB @ 20Hz
- Max Level (input & output): +22dBU
- Input Impedance: 48kΩ
- Output Impedance: 50Ω
- Frequency Response (1kΩ load): ±0.5dB from 5.4Hz to 25kHz
- SNR: >105dB (0.2% THD)
- Power Consumption: 120mA
H-Labs EQ169 500-Series Equalizer Includes
- H-Labs EQ169 500-Series Equalizer
- Mnaufacturer Warranty
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