Waves V-EQ4

Waves V-EQ4 - Classic Console Equalizer | Recreating the Warmth and Precision of the 1081

The Waves V-EQ4 is a digital equalizer plugin that meticulously recreates the legendary 1081 console module, designed to bring the warm, rich, and musical sound characteristics of classic 70s analog gear to your digital audio workstation. Unlike modern EQs that aim for "surgical" precision in fixing problems, traditional analog EQs were more often used for shaping and enhancing tone. Waves V-EQ4 is the perfect fusion of these two design philosophies, offering not only the coveted vintage sound but also evolving to provide the greater control and precision required for modern mixing, making it an indispensable and powerful mixing tool for all music producers and mixing engineers.

At the core of this powerful vintage EQ plugin is the precise modeling of the classic 1081 console module. From the delicate high-frequency boost to the smooth low-pass/high-pass filtering, every detail is designed to faithfully reproduce the authentic sound of the original hardware. Whether you want to add air to vocals, give drums more punch, or make a guitar tone stand out in the mix, the V-EQ4 provides unparalleled sound-sculpting capabilities. Its unique "Analog" switch injects the hardware's characteristic harmonics and texture into your tracks even when the EQ is bypassed, infusing your digital mixing workflow with a warm analog soul.

Core Advantages & Use Cases

Rich 70s Tone with Modern Functionality
You no longer have to choose between vintage tone and modern precision. The V-EQ4 has the flexibility to handle today's complex mixing demands while imbuing your work with the warmth, sparkle, and rich texture that make classic 70s recordings timeless.

Time-Tested Classic Controls
Every parameter is carefully designed for maximum musicality. The V-EQ4 offers two mid-bands, each with 10 selectable frequency points and a Hi-Q option; the high and low bands feature 5 corner frequencies and can be switched to a Bell response curve; plus, high-pass and low-pass filters, each with 5 selectable frequencies, allow for highly musical tonal adjustments.

Shape Classic Instrument Character
A hallmark of the 70s sound is the ability to hear every instrument clearly in the mix. The V-EQ4's detailed and powerful EQ controls help each instrument find its own space in the frequency spectrum, achieving stunning clarity and separation to bring a professional quality to your mixes.

Turn Your Virtual Console into an Analog Desk
Engage the Analog button to retain the modeled analog characteristics, even when the EQ is in Bypass. To experience a full analog console mixing workflow, simply place an instance of the V-EQ4 on every track to enjoy a warm mixing environment full of analog character.

Detailed Features

Tech Specs

• Modeled After: Precisely modeled on the classic Neve 1081 console module
• High Band Type: Switchable Shelving / Bell modes
• High Band Frequencies: 5 selectable corner frequencies (3.3 kHz, 4.7 kHz, 6.8 kHz, 10 kHz, 15 kHz)
• High-Mid Band: 10 selectable center frequencies with Hi-Q option
• Low-Mid Band: 10 selectable center frequencies with Hi-Q option
• Low Band Type: Switchable Shelving / Bell modes
• Low Band Frequencies: 5 selectable corner frequencies (33 Hz, 56 Hz, 100 Hz, 180 Hz, 330 Hz)
• High-Pass Filter (HPF): 5 selectable cutoff frequencies (27 Hz, 47 Hz, 82 Hz, 150 Hz, 270 Hz)
• Low-Pass Filter (LPF): 5 selectable cutoff frequencies (18 kHz, 12 kHz, 8.2 kHz, 5.6 kHz, 3.9 kHz)
• Gain Range: +/- 18 dB
• Analog Emulation: Switchable analog noise and harmonic distortion simulation
• Channel Modes: Mono and Stereo
• Internal Processing: 64-bit floating-point
• Sample Rate Support: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz
• Plugin Formats: VST, VST3, AU, AAX Native