Top 5 Mastering EQ's Tested

[@Kambiz.Mahdavi]

I can't say my feelings about your videos because my language is weak Just I can say that you deserve the best Sage Audio

[@sageaudio]

Hey Kambiz! Thanks so much for saying that - we appreciate it! SageAudio.com

[@Kambiz.Mahdavi]

@@sageaudio you are welcome

[@mixey01]

Haven't been a fan of softube plugins but I have to say that they nailed it with the Weiss EQ 1. It has very smooth creamy sounding top end, not harsh at all and smooth crossovers. Have been using the Sonnox Oxford for years and have finally found an EQ that might replace it :)

[@michaelwirth6843]

I have all five plugins and Weiss EQ1 is in a whole another level than the others.

[@sageaudio]

Hey Michael! It's a great plugin for sure - the dynamic settings are great too. SageAudio.com

[@PharaohLawLess1]

Before I purchase it What separates Weiss from the others and how does it compare to the Gullfoss and AA Erin (both of which I own)?

[@michaelwirth6843]

@@PharaohLawLess1 You are really comparing apples to ... well football players. Gullfoss is some kind of spectral dynamic eq and Erin is full of character. Weiss EQ 1 is the cleanest eq you can imagine. And thats weird, I know, we think it would be easy to make an super transperent digital eq but but it actually isn't. So instead of comparing with those two you should compare with Fabfilter Pro-q3 or DMG Equilibrium and Weiss is able to retain the character of the instrument or vocal better than the two others. It sounds more expensive, it sounds more done.

[@PharaohLawLess1]

@@michaelwirth6843 Oh ok. Cool. Thank you for responding

[@michaelwirth6843]

@@PharaohLawLess1 One amazing eq has come out, Toned Max by LVC, and it costs a fraction of EQ1 and has about 95% of the EQ1`s quality. So it´s nearly as good for 50 dollars.

[@mateusreis7978]

The rule is: subtract frequency with clean parametric equalizer, and add frequencies with analog emulation.

[@sageaudio]

Thanks for watching Mateus! SageAudio.com

[@levondarratt787]

it's not a rule - but sometimes works very well! Remember - there are NO rules.

[@Darksagan]

Chandler Curve Bender, Acustica Audio Diamond are my favorites.

[@sageaudio]

Hey DarkSagan! Chandler Curve Limited is a great one - haven't tried the Diamond yet. Thanks for watching! SageAudio.com

[@MarcoS-pw9px]

Weiss EQ1: In large screen it is possible to have access to all options. Just press right mouse button and you have access to them.

[@sageaudio]

Hey Marco S! That's awesome - thanks! I'll try this out the next time I use the plugin. SageAudio.com

[@Jisooee]

I have AVA Mastering EQ! Its actually free only until Jan. 15! Its cool!

[@sageaudio]

Hey Rion! That's awesome! Thanks for watching! SageAudio.com

[@jackkosto]

With that T Racks EQ, that lowest knob on the left side of the plugin is the output volume :) The one above it is the low shelf that can be switched from 50 to 100hz!

[@DaMixWizard]

I luv dat EQ mane...amazing for Mastering

[@sageaudio]

Hey jack! Oops! Thanks for letting us know - I'm somewhat new to their line of plugins haha. I'm really impressed by them so far. SageAudio.com

[@efnerva664]

Thanks for the video. Worth noting that you can change all of the parameters on the large visual screen view on the Weiss'. They aren't just always visible. The plugin's special GUI is a very neat feature.

[@sageaudio]

Hey Ef! Thanks for watching and sharing your knowledge of the plugin! SageAudio.com

[@luvitluvitbaby]

I use DMG Equilibrium. I think it’s pretty good

[@sageaudio]

Thanks for recommending it! Thanks for watching! SageAudio.com

[@jsaulkane5893]

DMG equlib is number one.. the main reason to get an M1 chip.

[@PharaohLawLess1]

Gullfoss is the cheat code EQ. But for mastering I like the Erin from Acustica Audio

[@sageaudio]

Thanks for watching and leaving a comment! I'll have to check those ones out. SageAudio.com

[@Regular-Person-Guy]

I have been demoing the Kirchhoff EQ from Plugin Alliance. It is wonderful! It acts like a subtle glue and widener to the master bus. However, I like the Weiss stuff. Can't afford the EQ1, but I will probably buy the little brother to it, the (Weiss EQ MP). I love that little guy.

[@sageaudio]

I hear you - they're a bit expensive especially with so many options for EQs. Looks like the EQ MP is on sale though, so that's cool. Thanks for watching!

[@DalleyMusic]

Love the Weiss!

[@sageaudio]

Hey Daniel! It's a great one! SageAudio.com

[@MusicChannel-rf5zz]

Newbie here.What is the difference between mastering eq & the regular ones?

[@synapticschism]

Subscribed Slate Digital All Access Pass and although there's a ton of good stuff in it, I have to say that I'm so happy with the Infinity EQ. The Eiosis one is also very interesting because of an aesthetic feature: you can name frequencies, e.g. instead of 400Hz you can "name" it Guitar Body. Slate also added a bunch of presets that abuse this naming convention. This feature makes it more useful while mixing and not that much in mastering, naturally. However, I found it extremely useful while mixing 11 mic drum recording where almost all of the tracks needed EQ. EDIT: Since I'm here, would be cool to hear your opinion on analog modelled plugins, because of antialising and all those issues. It's rare to see it good info on that.

[@sageaudio]

Thanks for watching this one! That's cool that you customize the frequency names - that sounds helpful when mixing. Thats a good topic! We'll make something similar to that! Thanks! SageAudio.com

[@bakharandi]

Great video ! I use the AVA mastering Eq on almost every track. This video and others, got me hooked on the Infinity EQ. Slate pushed me to try their subscription, which also then got me hooked on the Eiosis Air EQ Premium. Synaptic Schism is right. The Eiosis is amazing on drums ! It gives me spread in the "Earth" and "Air" like no other . . . the Character fader between "Fire" and "Water" is also amazing. The Eiosis Air EQ Premium is a real game changer for me. The next EQ I just invested in is the Kirchhoff EQ . . . Definitely a Desert Island EQ like no other, and it plays nice with all of the others.

[@TheBlackJewelz]

I’m trying to figure out what’s the need for a mastering EQ vs. a standard EQ... ...also, name of the song?

[@iWhy_Music]

MAAT - The Orange, Mag EQ4, Chandler Curve Bender, but Kush - Clariphonic DSP MkII is my favourite one for revealing what is hidden and frankly speaking's the most unique of any possible eq on the market!

[@sageaudio]

Awesome! I'll have to check some of those out. Thanks! SageAudio.com

[@NoQualmsTheArtist]

Clariphonic is the best processor ever, it's pure magic!

[@-monarch-]

You are bless for us.

[@sageaudio]

Hey MonarchMusic! Thanks so much for watching! SageAudio.com

[@Professor_Pat]

This was a great video.

[@dream.cast.studios]

Sweet talk, thanks for this... Much appreciated

[@sageaudio]

Hey Demag! Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed the video! SageAudio.com

[@bighousemusic628]

Sorry but I have three that I own and love 1 erin 2 weiss 3 t-racks 432

[@sageaudio]

Thanks for watching and leaving a comment! SageAudio.com

[@contefedri]

good content as usual, cheers

[@sageaudio]

Hey Thomas! Thanks for watching! SageAudio.com

[@RoodyCall]

Ava mastering eq is free right now

[@sageaudio]

Hey Roody! That's awesome! Thanks! SageAudio.com

[@lortakeover2129]

What your personal favor I don’t wanna spend $400 on the Weiss EQ1

[@sageaudio]

Hey LOR Takeover! My personal preference for a digital EQ is the FF Pro Q3. It's easy to work with and versatile enough for most situations. SageAudio.com

[@justinupchurch1773]

@@sageaudio does it sound as good as the Weiss?

[@Kambiz.Mahdavi]

Hi tnx for your great videos I'm so sorry I always mention another vsts on the subject, I use sonoris mastering eq because this eq has 5 or six options for avoiding phase issues Anyways when I cut or boost a little I use minimum linear phase but with deep attenuation or boosts I use high or auto linear phase I use low shelf for lowend of my mixes because this is better for my mixes due to my experience and I always get better results and I use high pass filters only on my individual tracks I sometimes use NI passive eq for my busses and master buss if my mix needs to be more punchy for example Deep House mixes Waves broadband or lowband linear phase eqs are great as well specially on pop or classic mixes. But I have to confess that I have never use any mastering eqs better than Maag eq4 for getting very nice highend air to my mixes that's great Also as you explained Ik multimedia mastering 432 eq has good air option. Please forgive me I don't want to tell you guys that I have many mixing and mastering stuffs just I share my experiences on the relevant topic and you don't know how much I love these topics. Good luck.

[@Kambiz.Mahdavi]

I don't access to my computer at this time otherwise I can talk about mastering eqs for several hours at a glance.

[@Kambiz.Mahdavi]

And also this is my pleasure to share them with you guys I believe that I will make more progress by telling them.

[@LukeGarfieldMusic]

+1 For the Maag. Great sweetening EQ

[@Kambiz.Mahdavi]

@@LukeGarfieldMusic yes I'm agreed with you,

[@sageaudio]

Hey Kambiz! Thanks so much for sharing! The Maag eq4 is a great one! I definitely like the air band. Also, I'll have to check out the Sonoris EQ!

Excelente!!!!

[@sageaudio]

Thanks Adrian! Glad you enjoyed the video! SageAudio.com

[@nashse7en]

good lord bless team R2R that made possible for some broke dude like me to even learn how to use weiss bundle. The Deesser, the EQ1 are really some alien level stuff. Some CPU monsters too,

[@jsaulkane5893]

most of these can hold a candle to the DMG equilibrium ..

[@kittycloudz813]

Amek 200 ✨

[@poreilly23]

What's the song??!!

[@sageaudio]

'Sweet Talk' by Tyra Chantey SageAudio.com

[@cabuffal0]

What about AMEK 200 from PA?

[@sageaudio]

Hey Kev! I haven't tried that one yet but it seems awesome. Thanks for watching! SageAudio.com

[@aviatedviewssound4798]

i don't get it you always say fabfilter pro q 3 is one of the best eq now you didn't put it in the list.

[@sageaudio]

Hey Jams Saint! It's a great plugin! I've just covered it so many times I figured it would be best to showcase a new plugin. Thanks for watching! SageAudio.com

[@aviatedviewssound4798]

@@sageaudio but it's still the best tho in you're free vs cheap vs expensive i've bought all the expensive plugins and i don't regret it but are any of these better than pro q 3

[@rafalvarezsevilla]

@@aviatedviewssound4798 i think pro q is the best plugin on the market, and i buy every plugin i can find =D best equalizer in my opinion, and also the dynamic function is pretty good (for deessing for example, enhacing transients etc.) and you can even use it for sidechaining, and it has super low CPU, less then all other plugins im using

[@aviatedviewssound4798]

@@rafalvarezsevilla pro-q is the most versatile eq ever but not the cleanest and smoothest

[@rafalvarezsevilla]

@@aviatedviewssound4798 what are your favourites?

[@jasonfrancis3482]

Audified RZ062. 👍🏿

[@sageaudio]

Hey Jason! Thanks! I'll check it out. SageAudio.com

[@jasonfrancis3482]

@@sageaudio it is tremendous. If you hear it you will know what I mean. Very classy a mastering eq indeed.

[@DalleyMusic]

I agree! Especially the "b" mode.

[@colonelporridge8974]

Does anybody know if the Harrison eq has cramping in the high frequencies?

[@sageaudio]

Hey Colonel! We're not sure - that's a good question though! SageAudio.com

[@efnerva664]

No internal oversampling is my guess. Try it with a higher sample rate, like 96 or 192 and see if there is still cramping. I'm not an expert, though.

[@bakharandi]

I use the AVA Mastering EQ every day, and there is zero cramping, at all. I am also truly amazed by the Kirchhoff EQ . . . You can slam the high shelf air to 30db with zero cramping, clipping, or distortion . . . it's incredible.

[@bakharandi]

I have to amend my response . . . After comparing the AVA to the Kirchhoff EQ, I do notice a difference. On the Kirchhoff EQ I can actually grab a high shelf at 20khz and Slam it to 30 dB , and it actually sounds amazing . . . Zero cramping . . . On the AVA mastering EQ, there is some cramping, by comparison, but it is much better (less cramping) than many other eqs that I have used. The AVA is great for additional touch-ups . . . It's a great tool for subtle brush strokes, almost anywhere in the mix.

[@wadewilliams1892]

💫💫🆒

[@sageaudio]

Thanks for watching Wade! SageAudio.com

[@jayclas4023]

Worst list in human history.