Elysia xfilter 500

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Elysia xfilter 500

Elysia

xfilter 500

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 316219
Brand: Elysia
Model: xfilter 500
Price: $863.50

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The xfilter 500 is a seriously impressive EQ, delivering the clarity and precision that Elysia is known for. Its Class-A design and carefully selected components really shine, especially when you need surgical shaping or subtle warmth. This is a go-to for mastering engineers and anyone wanting to elevate their mix's tonal balance – it’s a pro-level tool for serious sound.

Product Description

  • Elysia xfilter 500
  • Stereo Equaliser
  • 100% Class-A topology
  • True stereo link
  • High and low shelf filter
  • Resonance-capable highpass and lowpass filter
  • Two parametric mids with switchable Q
  • Additional passive high band
  • Stepped potentiometer (computer-selected)
  • Special low tolerance capacitors
  • Continuous mass shield
  • Frequency range: < 10 Hz - 400 kHz (-3.0 dB)
  • Noise: 20 Hz - 20 kHz - 98 dBu
  • Dynamic range: 20 Hz - 22 kHz 120 dB
  • Maximum level input/output: +21 dBU
  • Input impedance 10 kOhm
  • Output impedance 68 Ohm
  • Includes: xfilter 500 module without frame
  • Construction: API Series 500 format
PROS
  • • Class-A topology delivers exceptionally clean, musical equalization.
  • • Special low-tolerance capacitors contribute to pristine signal integrity.
  • • True stereo linking ensures consistent tonal shaping across the spectrum.
  • • Resonance control on filters allows for subtle or aggressive shaping.
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, a significant investment for most home studios.
  • • Stepped potentiometers, while precise, can feel less fluid than continuous controls.
  • • API 500 format requires a frame, adding to the overall cost.

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Key Features

Module Type Stereo Equalizer
Channels 2
Controls High/Low Shelves, Parametric Mids (2), Passive High Band, Resonance
Compatible Format API Series 500
Weight 2.3 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

While offering precise recall, the stepped nature can feel less immediate than a continuous knob, potentially requiring more micro-adjustments.
Class-A minimizes distortion and introduces a natural warmth, providing a cleaner and more musical equalization process compared to Class-AB designs.
It excels at both – the resonance control allows for nuanced adjustments or more dramatic tonal sculpting, making it versatile for various applications.

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