Bettermaker Mastering Equaliser
The Bettermaker Mastering Equaliser is a groundbreaking hybrid EQ that combines a 100% analogue signal path with digital precision and full DAW integration. Designed for the most discerning mixing and mastering engineers, this unit offers powerful tonal shaping with unmatched recall, automation, and workflow efficiency.
Featuring a fully analogue stereo equaliser controlled via a high-resolution 5-inch capacitive touchscreen, the Mastering Equaliser includes four stereo parametric bands, extended high-pass and low-pass filters, and a passive high-frequency section with dedicated air bands (20 and 28 kHz). Its smart interface allows total control via front panel or DAW plugin, giving you instant access to 399 named presets, A/B comparison, session recall, and intuitive visual feedback via a live EQ curve and real-time RTA analyser.
Precision Control. Analogue Sound.
The EQ section includes four parametric bands with a wide range of frequencies and Q control:
- EQ1: 22 Hz - 470 Hz (bell/shelf)
- EQ2: 90 Hz - 2 kHz (bell)
- EQ3: 480 Hz - 10 kHz (bell)
- EQ4: 1 kHz - 23 kHz (bell/shelf)
The Mastering Equaliser also features:
- 12 or 24 dB/oct stereo high-pass filter (10 Hz - 240 Hz, down to 6 Hz with resonance)
- 12 dB/oct stereo low-pass filter (2 kHz - 38 kHz)
- Passive high-frequency boost section with air bands at 20 and 28 kHz
- Adjustable output level: ±10 dB
- Stereo, dual mono, and mid/side operation with focus control
- On-board peak/RMS metering and real-time analyser
- DAW plugin for full parameter control, recall, and automation
- Smart functions: Frequency Search, Gain Lock, Auto-Q, Note mode
Technical Specifications:
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (±0.2 dB)
- Dynamic Range: 128 dB @ +18 dBu, 20 kHz bandwidth
- THD+N: 0.03% @ +4 dBu, 0.06% @ +18 dBu
- CMRR: Max 85 dB @ 3 kHz, Min 52 dB @ 20 Hz
- Crosstalk: Min -100 dB @ 30 Hz, Max -65 dB @ 20 kHz
- Max Input/Output Level: +23 dBu (balanced XLR)
- Operating Level: +4 dBu
- Input Impedance: 48 kΩ (differential)
- Output Impedance: 50 Ω + 50 Ω
- Enclosure: 2U, 230 mm deep
- Power: 115/230V switchable, 20W max, toroidal transformer
- Shipping Weight: 5.5 kg
The Bettermaker Mastering Equaliser redefines analog EQ by delivering the warmth and sound quality of a traditional mastering equalizer with the flexibility and speed of a modern digital workflow — perfect for today’s professional mastering studios.
