Description

The Wolff Audio FREQ 500 Series parametric EQ with proportional Q brings decades of engineering expertise to the modern 500 series rack. Designed by Paul Wolff, this 4-band sweepable EQ uses proportional Q curves, so the bandwidth narrows as you boost or cut—making surgical notches and wide boosts equally precise. Unique to this model, the 1/3-octave capability in the high-mid and low-mid bands lets you carve tight spaces in a mix without losing musicality. The Cinemag nickel and steel output transformer delivers a balanced sound with low distortion, while the true hardwire bypass maintains your signal integrity. Build quality, accuracy and flexibility set this EQ apart for demanding studio work.

Pro-Level EQ Control and Build From Wolff Audio

Engineers, producers and mixers who need accuracy and musical control will find the FREQ essential for shaping sound. The 4-band design, with selectable shelf options and proportional Q, adapts to both broad tone shaping and pinpoint problem-solving. Tight 1/3-octave settings allow for detailed work on vocals or instruments, while wide shelves smooth out entire tracks. The hardwire relay bypass ensures the unit never colors your audio when disengaged. Taking advantage of this EQ's features means achieving cleaner, more controlled mixes—translating your creative vision into recordings that stand out.

Wolff Audio FREQ 500 Series Parametric EQ with Proportional Q
Wolff Audio FREQ 500 Series Parametric EQ with Proportional Q
Wolff Audio FREQ 500 Series Parametric EQ with Proportional Q

Features

  • Sweepable 4-band EQ with proportional Q for precise tone shaping
  • Wide Q narrows during boost/cut for surgical frequency control
  • 1/3 octave capability allows tight notching for problem frequencies
  • HF and LF bands switchable to wide shelf for tonal flexibility
  • Cinemag nickel and steel output transformer ensures clean, warm output
  • True hardwire relay bypass preserves signal integrity when disengaged
  • Distortion below 0.03% delivers transparent sound even at high gain
  • Clipping onset at +28dBu handles hot signals without breaking up

Specs

Equalization
  • High-frequency range: 2kHz–20kHz with wide/shelf switch
  • High-mid frequency range: 350Hz–10kHz with 1/3 octave lock
  • Low-mid frequency range: 75Hz–2.2kHz with 1/3 octave lock
  • Low-frequency range: 25Hz–700Hz with wide/shelf switch
Features
  • Bypass: True hard wire relay bypass
  • Output transformer: Cinemag nickel and steel
  • Distortion: Less than 0.03% (100Hz and higher)
  • Distortion below 150Hz: Primarily 3rd harmonic
  • Clipping onset: +28dBu
Power
  • Current draw: Less than 100 mA per rail
Physical
  • Format: 500 series
  • Shipping weight: 2 lb.

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