Waves GEQ Graphic Equalizer

Waves GEQ Graphic Equalizer - 30-Band Graphic Equalizer | The Ultimate Tone-Sculpting Tool Combining Classic and Modern

The Waves GEQ Graphic Equalizer is more than just a standard graphic equalizer; it's the ultimate tone-shaping tool that combines classic analog flavor with modern digital precision. Whether you're performing detailed professional mixing in the studio or quickly tuning venue acoustics for a live performance, GEQ provides unparalleled control and flexibility. It features 30 precise ISO-standard bands, allowing you to surgically cut and boost the audio spectrum, effortlessly resolving any tricky frequency issues or adding unique character to your tracks.

The most unique feature of this powerful plugin is its dual filter topology design. You can freely switch between Classic and Modern modes. The Classic mode perfectly replicates the filter interaction characteristics of traditional analog hardware graphic equalizers, delivering a warm and familiar tonal quality. The Modern mode, on the other hand, utilizes advanced "flat-top" filter technology, which completely eliminates inter-band interference to achieve a perfect "plateau" and step-like response, making it the ideal choice for precision mastering or surgical EQ. Combined with its built-in real-time spectrum analyzer, high and low-pass filters, and an independent fully parametric EQ section, GEQ becomes an indispensable Swiss Army knife in every audio engineer's toolkit. More importantly, its zero-latency processing capability ensures that no annoying delays are introduced in live sound reinforcement and real-time monitoring applications, making it a key tool for achieving mastering-grade audio quality.

Core Advantages & Use Cases

Dual Classic & Modern Topologies
Offers two distinct filter modes: Classic and Modern. The Classic mode preserves the filter topology of traditional analog graphic EQs, providing warm coloration and interaction. The Modern mode uses "flat-top" filters to eliminate inter-band artifacts, enabling extremely precise, transparent, and flat adjustments, ideal for mastering and fine-tuning.

30-Band Precision ISO Control
Features 30 bands compliant with ISO (International Organization for Standardization) specifications, covering the entire audible frequency range. Each band offers precise gain adjustment, allowing you to subtly boost or cut specific frequencies. Whether you're eliminating feedback, taming resonances, or enhancing instrumental character, it handles the task with ease.

Integrated Real-Time Analyzer (RTA)
Includes a powerful dual-input real-time spectrum analyzer to instantly visualize your audio spectrum. You can compare the pre- and post-processing signals or compare two different input tracks to accurately identify frequency clashes, making your EQ adjustments more informed, scientific, and efficient.

Zero Latency, the Perfect Bridge Between Live and Studio
Its zero-latency architecture makes it an ideal choice for live sound reinforcement. You can place it on the main output for real-time correction based on venue acoustics without worrying about signal delay. In the studio, this also means you can use GEQ for tone shaping during recording and monitoring, allowing performers to hear the true final result.

Tone-Shaping Capabilities Beyond a Traditional GEQ
In addition to the 30 graphic EQ bands, GEQ is equipped with variable high-pass and low-pass filters to cut out unwanted extreme high and low frequencies. Furthermore, it includes a floating fully parametric Bell EQ section, offering independent control over frequency, gain, and Q (bandwidth), giving you more flexible tone-sculpting capabilities that go beyond a traditional graphic EQ.

Stereo Widening & Creative Applications
In stereo mode, you can use GEQ to separate a mono signal into different frequency bands and place them at different positions in the stereo field, creating a wider, more immersive listening experience. This powerful feature opens up endless possibilities for sound design and creative mixing.

Technical Specifications (Tech Specs)

• Equalizer Type: Graphic Equalizer
• Number of Bands: 30 ISO-standard bands
• Filter Topologies: Classic (analog-style) & Modern (flat-top)
• Additional Filters: Adjustable High-Pass Filter (HPF), Adjustable Low-Pass Filter (LPF)
• Parametric Equalizer: 1 floating fully parametric Bell EQ (with Frequency, Gain, Q controls)
• Channel Modes: Mono & Stereo
• Latency: 0 ms (Zero Latency)
• Analysis Tool: Built-in Real-Time Analyzer (RTA) with dual input support
• Sample Rate Support: Up to 192 kHz
• Internal Processing: 64-bit floating-point
• Plugin Formats: VST, VST3, AU, AAX Native, AudioSuite