Best IGS Audio 500 Series Components 2026
Premium IGS Audio 500 series components - legendary tone and craftsmanship
Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026
#1
⭐
4.9/5
(4 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
IGS Audio Alter 500
by
IGS Audio
Flexible Workflows
Professional Studio
Modular Processing
Key Feature:
• Modular system flexibility
✓ PROS
- • Mix and match different manufacturers
- • High-quality analog processing
✗ CONS
- • Complex setup and routing
- • Requires 500-series rack chassis
IGS Audio Alter 500, 500 Module, FET compressor based on the Urei 1176, Stepped controls (with increment markings) for...
⭐
4.9/5
(4 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 386218
$835
#2
⭐
4.4/5
(9 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
IGS Audio Tube Core 500
by
IGS Audio
Professional Studio
Flexible Workflows
Modular Processing
Key Feature:
• Modular system flexibility
✓ PROS
- • Modular system flexibility
- • Mix and match different manufacturers
✗ CONS
- • Complex setup and routing
- • High learning curve
IGS Audio Tube Core 500Tube Vari Mu CompressorCompletely balanced design from input to outputVU meterRelease: 0.1 - 4...
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4.4/5
(9 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 346301
$934
#3
⭐
4.9/5
(39 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
IGS Audio IQ505
by
IGS Audio
Modular Processing
High-End Recording
Professional Studio
Key Feature:
• Mix and match different manufacturers
✓ PROS
- • Professional studio standard
- • Modular system flexibility
✗ CONS
- • Limited to professional applications
- • High learning curve
IGS Audio IQ505Fully Parametric 5-Band EqualiserIn Sontec MEP-250A style500 ModuleOverlapping bands12 dB boost or cutQ...
⭐
4.9/5
(39 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 560035
$692
#4
⭐
4.7/5
(42 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
IGS Audio One LA 500
by
IGS Audio
Flexible Workflows
Modular Processing
Professional Studio
Key Feature:
• Expandable rack system
✓ PROS
- • Mix and match different manufacturers
- • Professional studio standard
✗ CONS
- • High learning curve
- • Requires 500-series rack chassis
IGS Audio One LA 500Opto compressor / limite 500 formatVU MeterLimiter/compressor modeGain-output levelPeak...
⭐
4.7/5
(42 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 346292
$1,099
#5
⭐
4.6/5
(54 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
IGS Audio 576 Blue Stripe
by
IGS Audio
Flexible Workflows
Modular Processing
High-End Recording
Key Feature:
• Professional studio standard
✓ PROS
- • Expandable rack system
- • Professional studio standard
✗ CONS
- • High learning curve
- • Requires 500-series rack chassis
IGS Audio 576 Blue StripeCompressor 500 ModuleCarnhill transformer input and outputAdjustable attack and...
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4.6/5
(54 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 386210
$879
#6
⭐
4.4/5
(31 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
IGS Audio S-Type 500 VU
by
IGS Audio
Modular Processing
Professional Studio
Flexible Workflows
Key Feature:
• Expandable rack system
✓ PROS
- • Mix and match different manufacturers
- • Modular system flexibility
✗ CONS
- • High learning curve
- • Very expensive professional gear
IGS Audio S-Type 500 VUStereo mix bus VCA compressor500 moduleParallel compressionSide-chain filter: OFF240 Hz4 dB...
⭐
4.4/5
(31 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 414885
$802
#7
⭐
4.6/5
(49 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
IGS Audio Bison 500
by
IGS Audio
Flexible Workflows
High-End Recording
Professional Studio
Key Feature:
• Professional studio standard
✓ PROS
- • Professional studio standard
- • Expandable rack system
✗ CONS
- • Complex setup and routing
- • High learning curve
IGS Audio Bison 500Mid/Side Processor with Dry/Wet Mixer2x Stereo 6.3 mm jack connectors (2x send and 2x return) on the...
⭐
4.6/5
(49 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 558522
$769
#8
⭐
4.7/5
(22 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
IGS Audio Rubber Bands 500 Mastering EQ
by
IGS Audio
Modular Processing
Flexible Workflows
High-End Recording
Key Feature:
• Mix and match different manufacturers
✓ PROS
- • High-quality analog processing
- • Mix and match different manufacturers
✗ CONS
- • High learning curve
- • Requires 500-series rack chassis
IGS Audio Rubber Bands 500 Mastering EQPassive Stereo Equaliser500 Series module formatQ factor: -0.5 to 4Boost/cut...
⭐
4.7/5
(22 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 358040
$1,121
#9
⭐
4.8/5
(51 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
IGS Audio NE573
by
IGS Audio
High-End Recording
Professional Studio
Modular Processing
Key Feature:
• Expandable rack system
✓ PROS
- • Mix and match different manufacturers
- • Expandable rack system
✗ CONS
- • Limited to professional applications
- • Very expensive professional gear
IGS Audio NE573Classic Transformer Microphone/Instrument PreamplifierSwitchable impedance+48 V Phantom...
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4.8/5
(51 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 471286
$824
#10
⭐
4.7/5
(20 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
IGS Audio Rubber Bands 500
by
IGS Audio
Professional Studio
High-End Recording
Modular Processing
Key Feature:
• Modular system flexibility
✓ PROS
- • Modular system flexibility
- • Expandable rack system
✗ CONS
- • Very expensive professional gear
- • High learning curve
IGS Audio Rubber Bands 500Passive equalizerCarnhill Transformer to input and outputPotentiometer for HC (High Cut)HB...
⭐
4.7/5
(20 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 346299
$747
#11
⭐
4.5/5
(18 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
IGS Audio Panzer 500
by
IGS Audio
Professional Studio
Flexible Workflows
Modular Processing
Key Feature:
• Professional studio standard
✓ PROS
- • Mix and match different manufacturers
- • Professional studio standard
✗ CONS
- • Complex setup and routing
- • High learning curve
IGS Audio Panzer 500, 10-Slot Rack Frame for 500's Module, Fully compatible with all 500's modules, Power...
⭐
4.5/5
(18 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 305029
$912
How to Choose the Best 500 Series Components
Budget Planning
- • Under $200: Entry-level
- • $200-$500: Intermediate
- • $500-$1000: Advanced
- • $1000+: Professional
Quality Check
- • Sound clarity & tone
- • Build materials & finish
- • Hardware durability
- • Overall craftsmanship
Key Features
- • Your musical style
- • Skill level match
- • Intended use case
- • Brand reputation
Frequently Asked Questions
Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced 500 series components typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.
