Cranborne Audio Carnaby HE2

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Cranborne Audio Carnaby HE2

Cranborne Audio

Carnaby HE2

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 585026
Model: Carnaby HE2
Price: $2,473.90

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The Carnaby HE2 is a beautifully realized piece of kit. It's not just an EQ; it's a character-building tool, perfect for engineers and producers wanting to add subtle warmth or aggressive saturation to mixes. Its remote control capabilities also make it a dream for larger, complex studios.

Product Description

  • Cranborne Audio Carnaby HE2
  • Digitally controlled stereo
  • dual-mono & mid/side 3-band HarmonicEQ
  • Analogue EQ circuit that uses harmonic saturation to boost and cut frequencies
  • 3 Different operating modes: Stereo
  • Dual-Mono & Mid/Side
  • Encoders with LED rings provide a quick overview
  • Fully remote controllable and recall-capable via USB-C and network connection
  • Simple operation of the hardware via plug-in from the DAW possible
  • Bypass for each EQ band
  • Additional Hi-Cut and Low-Cut per channel
  • ±20dB input and output level for dense harmonic saturation or clean EQ effects
  • Max. input level: +26
  • 0dBu (<0
  • 003% THD)
  • Max. output level: +26
  • 0dBu (<0
  • 003% THD)
  • Insert per channel
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 483 x 89 x 236 mm
  • Weight: 6 kg
PROS
  • • Exceptional harmonic saturation adds warmth and character to any source.
  • • Flexible Mid/Side processing provides precise stereo imaging control.
  • • Remote control via USB-C streamlines workflow in complex studio setups.
  • • Solid build quality with robust metal chassis ensures long-term reliability.
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for smaller studios.
  • • Physical size and weight can be restrictive in compact recording environments.
  • • Limited frequency bands compared to more complex parametric EQs.

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Key Features

Type Digitally Controlled Harmonic Equalizer
Bands 3-band (High, Mid, Low)
Channels Stereo, Dual-Mono, Mid/Side
Connections Multiple balanced inputs/outputs, USB-C, Network
Metering LED ring encoders provide visual feedback on gain and settings.
Weight 6 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

It offers a cleaner, more controllable form of saturation than tape, allowing for precise harmonic sculpting without the inherent noise or inconsistencies of analog tape machines.
Cranborne’s implementation is very stable; latency is negligible, and the control is responsive, making it feel like a direct hardware connection within your DAW.
The Carnaby HE2 delivers a tangible 'analog' feel and workflow that software often struggles to replicate, plus the convenience of physical controls—it’s a different experience altogether.

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