V-EQ3

Name: V-EQ3
Price: 27.28 USD
Author: Waves

by Waves · EQ · Neve-style EQ

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Equalizer modeled on the Neve 1066 console EQ.

Best for: Vocals, Drums, Guitars. Genres: all genres.

Keywords: hardware emulation, mixing, British console, drums, inspired by, vocals, 70s, analog-sounding, electric guitar, mastering, static, subscription, vintage.

What it does

V-EQ3 is an equalizer that combines characteristics of two Neve console modules, the 1066 and 1073.

Sound: aimed at the "rich analog tone" of the Neve originals.
Use: tonal balance in mixing and mastering.

It's included in the Waves Essential and Waves Ultimate subscriptions.

Source: Waves product page

When to use it

A musical, broad-stroke EQ for adding weight, presence or air to vocals, guitars, drums and the mix bus. It's not a surgical tool: use FabFilter Pro-Q 4 (rated) for corrective work and V-EQ3 for tone-shaping.

Where to buy

Best Service: $27.28
Sweetwater: $29.99
PluginFox: $29.99
AudioDeluxe: $29.99 (regular $129)
Waves: see store

Tutorials and reviews

Waves VEQ 3 and VEQ 4 Review

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