Equalizers

EQ-6S Stereo Equalizer

Specifications

The High Voltage Audio EQ-6S is a six band, mastering grade stereo equalizer. With its precision built stepped switches (0.5dB steps -/+ 5.5dB), the EQ-6S provides perfect stereo tracking and ease of recall.

The equalizer is a broad-stroke, sound sculpting device with 5 fixed frequency bands and a switchable high shelf "Presence Filter".

Unlike the majority of equalizers on the market, the EQ-6S is a dedicated stereo equalizer. With one set of controls under the hood, the EQ-6S is incredibly quick and easy to dial in. Compared to its rivals, the EQ-6S boasts unrivaled control, precision, noise performance and value.

19" 1RU anodised aluminium enclosure with heavy duty anodised aluminium knobs.
4 wide "bell-shaped" fixed frequency bands at 10Hz ("SUB"), 40hz, 160hz, 650hz.
2 shelving bands, with 1 shelving band fixed at 2.5k and the "Presence Filter" providing 5 selectable frequency bands - 2.5k, 5k, 10k, 20k, 40k.
23 step switches providing 0.5dB steps (-/+ 5.5db). The "Presence Filter" is an additive high shelf only.
Frequency bands are approximately 3 octaves apart with a Q of ~0.4.
Relay bypass providing "True bypass" of all equalizer filters including the ability to pass audio whilst powered off.
Dual illuminated push buttons
EMI filtered power supply (100-250V AC input), suitable for all regions.
Noise Floor: -105db or better.
Rear XLR I/O connectors
THD: 0.003% or better.
One Year Warranty

NOTE:

Due to the multitude of different IEC cables required internationally, an IEC Power Cord is not supplied. A standard 3 PIN IEC cable is recommended.

$1390.00 (AUD)

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EQ-6S Walk-Through Demo Video

This video features real-time use of the EQ-6S on a vast array of program material.

Mastering Grade Equalizer

With it's precision stepped switches and high tolerance component selection, the EQ-6S provides accurate stereo tracking and recall.

Sounding Sculpting Equalizer

The EQ-6S is capable of broad, colorful EQ sculpting, perfect for adding character and high end sparkle to mixes.

Resources

User Manual	Overview and Technical Specifications	Download
Recall Sheet	Make analog session recall easier	Download
Pamphlet	Quick Product Overview	Download

Testimonials

Camilo Silva F
Grammy Award Winning Mastering Engineer

"Loving this compact but very powerful and quick EQ. Love the stereo action instead of having to adjust two channels (hence real quick) and it's a nice and a very welcome "broad strokes" compliment to both the Buzz REQ2.2MEA and the Clariphonic MS. It is quiet, very indeed. Definitely mastering grade in such regard, and for the price is unbeatable!"

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Joe Carra
Chief Engineer - Crystal Mastering

"In point of difference to my more surgical and precision style EQs, the HVA unit was a simpler beast. Simple as it may be, I found it extremely useful to have an EQ that in essence, was a wide band, tone control device. I often had to create this kind of curve with other eqs, sacrificing several bands to fulfil this task. This has seen it in use almost daily. Adding some weight to a thin mix or air to a track feels effortless. The noise floor of the unit is extremely impressive, which is critical for high resolution audio. The HVA lads have come up with a winner."

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Ben Feggans
Mastering Engineer - 301 Studios

"I've used this EQ on many records this year, it's often a shoot out between the top end of my Sontec or the EQ-6S. Sub bass is really clean and powerful as well. You simply can't go wrong for the money!"

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Justin Perkins
Mystery Room Mastering

"I bought the EQ6S to replace a very similar EQ in my mastering desk that I wasn’t totally happy with. The EQ6S corrected those problems and also sounds great! I really value being able to control the left and right channels with just one knob, and the noise floor on this EQ is incredibly low. The improved ergonomics and excellent sound quality make it so much easier to use than my previous EQ that costs about twice as much. This is definitely a mastering grade EQ. I tend to avoid smaller boutique audio companies and just stick to the classics, but I wish I had known about the EQ6S sooner. This EQ will remain in my desk for many years to come."

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Noah Mintz
Senior Mastering Engineer - Lacquer Channel Mastering

"Super subtle. Clean. A great compliment to the SPL. I love it so far. And again... that amazing price."

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Nicholas Di Lorenzo
Mastering Engineer - Panorama Mix & Mastering

"After having it for two days here is the standout feature. The high shelf, the high shelf!!!! I have NEVER heard a high shelf like this ever. It's so silky smooth. Makes the dullest of mixes come to life so naturally."

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Karna K Ksv
Mastering Engineer - STA Studios

"It's well-built and sounds clean, compliments things like the Klontz and Massive Passive very well. It's like the Nightpro and Maag but cleaner, minimal controls gives quick and musical results, and it's fun to use. Great for quickly balancing any mix. For already good mixes, this and a limiter is all you'll need to Master."

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Benjamin Morris
Independent Engineer

"The Presence Filter on the EQ-6S is magic. The 20kHz curve is perfect for the material I am mixing through it (mainly television shows). I was able to add a tonne of silky smooth treble to my mix without the dialogue getting too sharp or sibilant. I sometimes had to stop myself from adding too much, because it was sounding so good."