Massenburg MDWEQ5 Parametric EQ
by Universal Audio · EQ · Parametric EQ
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UAD version of the GML/Massenburg DesignWorks MDWEQ5 parametric EQ.
Best for: Mastering, Vocals. Genres: all genres.
Keywords: hardware emulation, clean, corrective, licensed emulation, mastering, vocals, static, transparent.
What it does
UA's version of George Massenburg's MDWEQ5 parametric EQ, made for clean, precise correction.
- Bands: five-band parametric (a three-band version is also offered).
- IsoPeak: a function for finding problem frequencies quickly.
- Processing: up-sampling and maximum bit-depth processing; described as ultra-transparent with zero distortion.
- Filters: several filter type options.
Source: Universal Audio product page
When to use it
A clean, corrective EQ rather than a coloured console model like the Neve modules or Pultec. It fills the same role as FabFilter Pro-Q 4 for surgical work, though without Pro-Q's dynamic or spectrum tools. Best for mastering, vocals, acoustic and orchestral material, or any time you want an EQ to stay out of the way. It is UA's priciest EQ in this batch.
Where to buy
- Universal Audio: $199
Tutorials and reviews
- Review Of Massenburg DesignWorks® MDWEQ5 Parametric Equalizer Plug In For The UAD Platform
- UAD Massenburg DesignWorks® MDW Parametric EQ Plug-In Trailer
- Massenburg DesignWorks® MDWEQ5 Parametric Equalizer [Арам Киракосян]
- uad universal audio MDWEQ5-3B plugin test and review
- UAD Massenburg MDWEQ5
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