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EQ5169 | Classic Baxandall 3 Band Equalizer from 80’s
- Get The Sound of Classic Recording EQ from 80’s
- Inspired by Famous Swiss Console Design
- Made with Vintage NOS Integrated Circuits
- Coupled with Custom HRK Active Transformer
- 3 Frequency Settings for Low Band
- 3 Frequency Settings for High Band
- Sweepable Mids: 200Hz - 8kHz
- Threshold from -30dB to +10dB
- +/-15dB Boost/Cut for Each Band
- On-Board Ripple 500 Rack SMPSU Filters
- Direct Sale - Save on Distributors Fee!
Everybody loves the sound of Valve Recording Equipment from the ’50s and ’60s or the Classic Transistor Mic Preamps from the ’70s. But what with the Signature Sound of the ’80s?
This decade has a place in the history of Music Production. This was the time when integrated circuits became quite popular.
Silicon Operational Amplifiers encapsulated in the metal cans replaced the discrete circuitry, creating a new type of sound featured in many Greatest Hits from the ’70s and ’80s!
The EQ5169 is most probably the Only EQ that uses Vintage NOS Integrated Circuits. The same integrated circuits were used in the late ’70s and early ’80s in the Studio Recording Equipment.
Those components created the characteristic sound of old consoles from the ’80s due to the limited bandwidth and specific distortion performance.
Early IC Opamps were the essential ingredient of the 80s Sound! With the EQ5169 you can get the Genuine Sound of the ’80s in your Recording Studio!
Stereo Buss Operation
- Our improved production process ensures stereo matching between units
- If you purchase two units in one order, both units are matched for stereo operation, bus processing and mastering.
NOS Integrated Circuits
The EQ5169 is made with original NOS Integrated Circuits manufactured in the 70s and 80s.
This is a unique feature of our product!
This means that you will get the most authentic tone of the 169 type EQ.
Musical EQ Inspired by Swiss Design
The EQ5169 a three-band EQ with the quasi-parametric Mids Control inspired by a very popular classic Swiss console design.
Although the EQ5169 may look simple, it gives almost infinite creative possibilities thanks to the musical EQ curves and the intuitive controls.
The LOW and HIGH Bands have three frequency settings selectable by three-position toggle switches.
The sweepable MID section covers the frequencies between 200Hz and 8kHz. All 3 Bands have a boost/cut range of +/- 15dB.
The EQ5169 is very easy to use even for beginners and it is a valuable addition to any professional studio setup.
HRK Active Transformer
Bart Hrk has developed a proprietary design for an Active Transformer, aimed at addressing the limitations of traditional passive transformers.
Traditional passive transformers are known to be vulnerable to electromagnetic interference, such as 50/60Hz hum and HF RF smog. Additionally, their frequency response is contingent upon load and source impedance, which adversely affects the overall performance of analog studio equipment.
The HRK Active Transformer is a game changer that not only resolves the issues associated with passive transformers but also retains and amplifies the desired characteristics of the transformer output stage. This includes the enrichment of harmonic content and the enhancement of tonal response.
What sets the HRK Active Transformer apart is its ability to deliver the rich, beloved sound that audio enthusiasts seek, including the harmonic content and tonal response, while simultaneously eliminating the drawbacks of passive transformers.
Furthermore, the Active Transformer introduces a delicate “Air” effect and boasts an extended low-frequency (LF) performance, adding depth and clarity to the sound.
Another remarkable feature of the Active Transformer is its dynamic saturation, which is dependent on the output level. As the output signal level increases, the Active Transformer exhibits greater saturation, reminiscent of the warm and rich sound produced by classic studio equipment.
In summary, the HRK Active Transformer is an innovative solution that offers superior sound quality, eliminates electromagnetic interference, and enhances harmonic content and tonal response. It is an invaluable asset for professionals and audiophiles seeking to elevate their audio experience.
Demo Videos
Demo Videos are showing the previous version with Colour Knobs and Silver Front Panel.
The new Black Front Panel version is sonically identical to the previous version.
Videos are server hosted to deliver the best sound performance without the YouTube compression and normalisation.
All HRK Products are tested with the industry’s best audio measuring equipment – The Audio Precision
Audio Precision is an industry leader in providing high-quality audio testing equipment. They are renowned for their test systems’ precision, reliability, and versatility.
When testing studio audio devices, Audio Precision’s equipment can assess parameters like frequency response, harmonic distortion, intermodulation distortion, phase response, signal-to-noise ratio, and cross talk. In-depth and accurate testing allows the identification of even the smallest issues in audio quality, enabling corrections and improvements that can significantly elevate the overall product quality.
In conclusion, using Audio Precision test equipment is an excellent way to ensure that all HRK products are performing at their best, meeting the standards required for the Professional Studio Applications.
Stereo Buss Operation
- Our improved production process ensures stereo matching between units
- If you purchase two units in one order, both units are matched for stereo operation, bus processing and mastering.
- Spcial stereo coupling link cable is supplied with every pair of 500 Compressors
All Items are dispatched from Poland in the European Union within 1-3 working days.
| Country / Region | Shipping Cost | Customs Fee | VAT |
| All 27 European Union Countries – Delivery Time: 2-7 Days | – 14.99USD for orders below 299USD – FREE shipping for orders over 299USD | NO Customs Fees | – Yes, for personal orders- Not charged with the EU VAT number |
| United Kingdom – Delivery Time: 3-7 Days | – 14.99USD for orders below 299USD – FREE shipping for orders over 299USD | No VAT Charge | HMRC collects the VAT or additional Fees if applicable. |
| USA, Canada – Delivery Time: 5-10 Days | – 14.99USD for orders below 299USD – FREE shipping for orders over 299USD | NO Customs Fees for orders up to 800USD – charged by the USA Customs Office | No VAT charge. |
| Australia, Japan, South Korea – Delivery Time: 5-14 Days | – 19.99USD for orders below 299USD – FREE shipping for orders over 299USD | There is no info available – refer to local regulations. | No VAT charge. |
| Switzerland Delivery Time: 3-7 Days | – 14.99USD for orders below 299USD – FREE shipping for orders over 299USD | There is no info available – refer to local regulations. | No VAT charge. |
| Norway Delivery Time: 3-7 Days | – 14.99USD for orders below 299USD – FREE shipping for orders over 299USD | There is no info available – refer to local regulations. | No VAT charge. |
| Russia, Belarus – NOT AVAILABLE | NOT AVAILABLE | NOT AVAILABLE | NOT AVAILABLE |
| Worldwide Destination Delivery Time: 3-14 Days | – 29.99USD | Refer to local regulations. | No VAT charge. |
EU Customers
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Business customers with a valid EU VAT number will not have to pay VAT tax.
Please enter your EU VAT Number at checkout and the VAT will be deducted from the Total Payment. The VAT number is automatically checked in the VIES database.
For personal orders from the EU, VAT will be added at checkout.
UK Custmers
We ship directly to United Kingdom.
UK VAT tax is collected by HRMC
Non-EU Customers
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If the VAT is not removed, please email customer service via the contact form and a custom invoice will be issued.
USA and Canada
Orders from the USA below 800USD are FREE from customs tax.
We ship directly to the USA and Canada
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7 Days Return Policy
If the item is damaged during transport, we will do our best to help you and provide a replacement product.
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