Golden Age Audio Project EQ-73 MKII

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Golden Age Audio Project EQ-73 MKII

Golden Age Audio

Project EQ-73 MKII

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 534200
Model: Project EQ-73 MKII
Price: $416.90

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The EQ-73 MKII is a surprisingly good recreation of a classic British EQ. It’s got that slightly colored, vintage vibe that sits beautifully on vocals or guitars – think classic rock and roll or soulful R&B. It’s a budget-friendly way to add some character without getting into truly premium-priced territory.

Product Description

  • Golden Age Audio Project EQ-73 MKII
  • 1-Channel EQ
  • Vintage style electronics
  • No integrated circuits in the signal path
  • 3 Bands
  • Frequency selection with detented pots
  • Frequency range: 20 to 24000 Hz
  • Control range +/- 18dB
  • Bypass per frequency band
  • Tantalum capacitors in signal path
  • Ground lift switch
  • 1 Line input: combo XLR/6.3 mm jack
  • Line output: XLR and jack 6.3 mm
  • Insert: 6.3 mm jack
  • Includes external power supply
PROS
  • • Vintage-style electronics deliver a warm, musical tone.
  • • Tantalum capacitors contribute to a clean, detailed sound.
  • • Detented pots provide precise frequency selection and repeatability.
  • • Flexible I/O options accommodate various studio setups.
CONS
  • • Build quality, while decent, doesn't match high-end, all-discrete designs.
  • • Limited to three bands, restricting complex equalization possibilities.
  • • External power supply adds clutter and a potential point of failure.

Product Video

Key Features

Type Parametric Equalizer
Bands 3
Channels 1
Connections XLR/6.3mm combo input, XLR/6.3mm output, 6.3mm insert
Metering None
Weight Approximately 3 lbs (unit only)

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's an inspired recreation, not a clone. While it captures the general sonic character, the component quality and subtle nuances of a true 1073 are a step above.
Yes, the pots offer distinct clicks, making recall of settings easier, but they aren't surgically precise – more like a broad-stroke adjustment than a hyper-accurate surgical tool.
It’s best suited for tracking or mixing; its color and limited bandwidth make it less ideal for mastering where transparency is paramount.

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