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Golden Age Project EQ-73 MKII
With a lot of similarities to the classic Neve 1073 module, the EQ-73 MKII is a warm, sweet equaliser with lots of versatility.
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SKU: EQ-73MKII
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Product Description
The EQ-73 MKII is a one-channel, vintage-style 3-band equaliser inspired by the legendary 1073 design. Built with class-A circuitry and traditional components, it captures the warmth, punch and musicality that have defined countless recordings over the years. While remaining faithful to the essence of the original, this model introduces additional frequencies and a carefully engineered mid band using dual inductors, ensuring a smooth and highly musical response. The EQ-73 MKII offers stepped frequency controls ranging from 20 Hz to 24 kHz, with shelving options for both low and high bands, and a bell-type mid band for precise shaping. Each band includes its own bypass switch, making it flexible for subtle tonal adjustments or bold sonic sculpting. Designed to be versatile, the unit can be used independently or paired with PRE-73 preamps for a classic 1073-style channel strip. Robustly built, with high-quality components and an external power supply to minimise noise interference, the EQ-73 MKII offers professional sound at a cost accessible to most musicians, engineers, and producers.
Features
- Classic Vintage Sound:
Warm, punchy and musical tone inspired by the iconic 1073 equaliser, ideal for a wide range of instruments and genres. - Flexible Frequency Control:
Stepped frequency selection from 20 Hz to 24 kHz with shelving and bell options for detailed and musical sound shaping. - Practical Operation:
Independent bypass switches for each band, external power supply and robust build for long-term reliability in studio and live use.
Authentic Analogue Design:
The EQ-73 MKII employs a pure class-A circuit and vintage-style electronics, avoiding integrated circuits in the main signal path to preserve analogue warmth. The design features tantalum capacitors and a dual inductor-based mid band that allows natural and musical tonal shaping. This authentic analogue approach ensures the unit delivers a sonic character faithful to the classic 1073, while being reliable and consistent for modern production needs. Engineers and musicians benefit from a genuine analogue sound experience without the limitations of vintage hardware maintenance.
Versatile Sound Shaping:
With a wide frequency range extending from 20 Hz through to 24 kHz, the EQ-73 MKII provides all the essential tools for precise tonal shaping. The low and high bands are shelving types, perfect for enhancing bass weight or adding air and sparkle, while the mid band is bell-shaped, controlled by dual inductors for a smooth and musical response. The generous gain range of up to ±15 dB on the lower bands and ±18 dB on the high band makes the EQ-73 MKII suitable for subtle corrections or more creative tonal sculpting across various sound sources.
Flexible Connectivity and Integration:
The EQ-73 MKII is equipped with both balanced XLR and TRS connectors, offering straightforward integration into modern studio setups. For standalone use, its IC-based input and output stages ensure solid performance, while the insert mode makes it ideal for pairing with PRE-73 preamps or other compatible equipment. By combining the EQ-73 with a PRE-73 and utilising the UNITE rack kit, users can create a professional 19-inch rackmount 1073-style unit at a fraction of the traditional cost. This adaptability makes the EQ-73 MKII an invaluable tool in both professional studios and project setups.
Specifications
- One channel 3-band equaliser
- Class-A circuit design with vintage-style electronics
- No integrated circuits in the main signal path
- Dual inductor-based mid-frequency band
- Stepped frequency selection from 20 Hz to 24 kHz
- Low and high bands are shelving types
- Mid-frequency band is bell type
- Control range: ±15 dB for low and mid, ±18 dB for high
- Independent bypass switches for each band
- Tantalum capacitors in the signal path
- Balanced XLR and TRS connectors
- Insert mode via TRS jack, nominal level -18 dBu
- Selectable ground lift jumper
- External power supply for reduced interference
- Durable build quality for long-term use
