Lindell Audio PEX-500 Vintage Edition

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Lindell Audio PEX-500 Vintage Edition

Lindell Audio

PEX-500 Vintage Edition

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 409969
Model: PEX-500 Vintage Edition
Price: $449.90

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The Lindell PEX-500 Vintage Edition is a fantastic way to add some classic warmth and character to your mixes. It nails that Pultec vibe without the extreme expense, and the stepped controls make it easy to dial in repeatable sounds. This is a sweet addition for engineers and producers looking for vintage-inspired tone shaping, especially on vocals, guitars, and bass.

Product Description

  • Lindell Audio PEX-500 Vintage Edition
  • 500 Series Module
  • Parametric equaliser in classic Pultec style
  • Vintage edition
  • Discrete design based on the vintage OPA1731 operational amplifier
  • 3-Step LF frequency gain: 30 Hz
  • 60 Hz
  • 100 Hz (+/-10%)
  • 3-Step HF frequency attenuation: 6 kHz
  • 10 kHz
  • 16 kHz (+/-10%)
  • 3-Step switched EQ high frequency attenuation 10 kHz
  • 15 kHz
  • 20 kHz (+/-10%)
  • True bypass
  • Design: 500 Series module
PROS
  • • Discrete OPA1731s deliver a warm, creamy vintage EQ character
  • • Pultec-inspired stepped controls offer predictable, repeatable tonal shaping
  • • 3-step LF and HF boosts/cuts provide subtle yet impactful adjustments
  • • Compact 500 format maximizes rack space without sacrificing quality
CONS
  • • Limited frequency range compared to more modern parametric EQs
  • • Stepped controls can feel less precise for nuanced adjustments
  • • The Vintage Edition’s character isn’t a perfect Pultec clone – a deliberate design choice.

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Key Features

Module Type Parametric Equalizer
Channels 2
Controls 3-Step LF Gain, 3-Step HF Attenuation, 3-Step High Frequency Attenuation
Compatible Format 500 Series
Weight 2.3 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Vintage Edition uses discrete OPA1731 op-amps, imparting a softer, more rounded sonic signature compared to the brighter standard model.
While they lack continuous adjustment, the stepped design ensures consistent recall and avoids chasing a 'sweet spot' – it’s a deliberate design choice for a specific vibe.
No, it's inspired by Pultec, capturing the essence but with its own Lindell flavor, a more accessible and compact solution.

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