Tube-Tech PE 1C

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Tube-Tech PE 1C

Tube-Tech

PE 1C

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 148948
Model: PE 1C
Price: $3,573.90

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The PE 1C is a beautifully voiced EQ that nails that classic Pultec vibe, but with a few modern conveniences. It’s a fantastic tool for adding analog warmth and character to vocals, guitars, or anything needing a touch of vintage magic – especially for engineers and producers aiming for that timeless studio sound.

Product Description

Tube-Tech PE 1C, Dualband tubes EQ (similar to Pultec), Clickless bypass relay, Push Pull Type Tube Gain Stage, Format: 19 "/ 3U

PROS
  • • Authentic Pultec-inspired warmth and musicality with tube gain.
  • • The clickless bypass relay is a huge boon for tracking.
  • • Solid, weighty build with high-quality components and transformers.
  • • Dual-band design offers unique tonal shaping possibilities.
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, a significant investment for most studios.
  • • Limited frequency band control compared to more modern EQs.
  • • Relatively large format (3U) may pose rack space challenges.

Product Video

Key Features

Type Dualband Tube Equalizer
Bands Low (20Hz-250Hz), High (2.5kHz-20kHz)
Channels 2
Connections XLR, TRS, 1/4 in
Metering LED, Peak Hold
Weight 32 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It adds a subtle harmonic richness and saturation, rounding out transients without harshness, providing a gentle lift.
It’s intentionally colored; the goal isn’t surgical precision, but rather a musical, flattering response characteristic of classic Pultec designs.
The PE 1C aims for authenticity in circuit design and component selection, offering a more refined and nuanced response than some simpler alternatives.

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