MÄAG EQ4-500

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MÄAG EQ4-500

MÄAG

EQ4-500

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 541724
Brand: MÄAG
Model: EQ4-500
Price: $1,483.90

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The Mäag EQ4-500 is a serious tool for engineers and mixing professionals who need precise and transparent EQ. It’s a fantastic choice for mastering and adding subtle polish to tracks; the Air band is a real game-changer for vocals and instruments needing a little extra sparkle. If you want a clean, surgical EQ with a touch of musicality, this is it.

Product Description

  • MÄAG EQ4-500
  • 1-Channel 6-Band Equaliser 500 Module
  • Main frequency bands: sub or 10 Hz
  • 40 Hz
  • 160 Hz
  • 650 Hz and the 2.5 kHz shelf EQ
  • boost/cut range of +15 dB and -4.5 dB with a centre position of 0 dB
  • Air band shelf equaliser settings: off
  • 20 and 40 kHz
  • air gain boost of the air band shelf equaliser by up to +20 dB
  • Bypass switch
  • Format: 500 module
PROS
  • • Exceptional clarity and detail across the frequency spectrum
  • • Air band delivers a smooth, musical high-frequency lift
  • • Robust construction with high-quality components and a solid feel
  • • Precise and musical response; avoids harshness even at high boosts
CONS
  • • Relatively limited flexibility compared to more complex EQ options
  • • Can be intimidating for beginners due to the numerous controls
  • • The sub-bass frequency band can be a bit finicky to dial in perfectly

Product Video

Key Features

Module Type 6-Band Equaliser
Channels 1
Controls 6 Main Frequency Bands, Air Band Shelf EQ, Boost/Cut Knobs, Bypass Switch
Compatible Format 500 Series
Weight 2.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The API 550A is more colored and aggressive, while the EQ4-500 is far more transparent and precise – it's a different sonic palette.
It’s genuinely useful for adding subtle air and presence without harshness, especially on vocals and acoustic instruments; it’s a very musical high-frequency boost.
It’s surprisingly clean even when boosting significantly, offering ample headroom for most applications, though extreme settings should be monitored.

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