A-Designs HM2EQ Hammer

The A-Designs HM2EQ is inspired by the classic Pultec EQP-1A equalizer, which is renowned for its smooth and musical sound. The HM2EQ modernizes this vintage design while retaining its essence. Here are some key features and details:

• Dual-Channel Design: The HM2EQ is a dual-channel unit, meaning it offers two independent EQ channels that can be used simultaneously or separately.
• Three-Band Equalization: Each channel features three bands of equalization: selectable low-frequency (LBF), selectable high-frequency (HBF), and a selectable mid-frequency (MBF). For attenuation of low and high frequencies, the unit incorporates high-pass (HPF) and low-pass (LPF) filters.
• Boost/Cut Controls: Each band provides controls for both boosting and cutting frequencies. This allows for precise sculpting of the audio signal.
• Transformer-Coupled Design: The HM2EQ employs transformer-coupled inputs and outputs, which contribute to its characteristic sound by imparting a subtle coloration and harmonic richness.
• True Bypass: It features true bypass switches for each channel, allowing you to easily compare the processed and unprocessed signals.
• Build Quality: A-Designs is known for its high build quality and attention to detail. The HM2EQ is constructed using premium components, including high-grade capacitors and custom-wound transformers, ensuring reliability and longevity.
• Applications: The HM2EQ is suitable for a wide range of audio applications, including recording, mixing, mastering, and sound reinforcement. It can be used on individual tracks, subgroups, or the master bus to shape the overall sound of a mix.

Overall, the A-Designs HM2EQ is prized by audio professionals for its ability to add warmth, character, and musicality to audio signals, making it a versatile tool in any recording or mixing arsenal.

About Xtreme Samples Q-Clone Libraries

Xtreme Samples Q-Clone libraries are clearly superior to the native EQ plugins in terms of authenticity in relation to the hardware unit. Even compared to DSP platforms ( UAD , TC , etc.) the results of processing are more transparent and natural. Just like in case of convolution reverb, the characteristics of the original hardware will be captured far better as in case of an algorithmic DSP calculation.

Xtreme Samples Q-Clone presets represent specific filter positions of hardware equalizers. These positions have been transferred to a software environment and stored using convolution technology. There are two types of Xtreme Samples Q-Clone presets: single presets and application presets.

A single preset emulates the position (cut, boost, or flat) of a single EQ filter (e.g., high shelving filter), while other EQ filters are bypassed. An application preset captures the positions of two or more EQ filters simultaneously. Single presets are suitable for easily editing audio signals, such as treble/mid/bass boost/cut or low or high cut filters. By using the Q-Clone function 'Add,' which allows users to combine multiple single presets, they provide a broad foundation for creating custom EQ presets.

Application presets offer more complex EQ settings and are divided into two groups: mixing and mastering. Mixing presets include various settings sorted by application (e.g., presets for bass, drums, guitars, vocals, etc.). The mastering section is categorized by musical genre, such as pop, rock, dance, etc.

The A-Designs HM2EQ Hammer Q-Clone equalizer library for Waves Q-Clone Plugin

offers 474 EQ presets for high-quality processing of audio signals during mixing and mastering. It includes all the filters of the A-Designs HM2EQ. Each filter was carefully captured in small boost and cut gradations through high-end AD conversion for use with Q-Clone. The entire library is seamlessly integrated into the Q-Clone preset browser.

Q-Clone Presets Overview

About Waves Q-Clone

Waves Q-Clone is a revolutionary product that, through unique, patented technology, allows for the emulation of classic analog hardware equalizers using convolution technology on a digital level - a plug-in for Windows and Mac DAWs, compatible with Pro Tools HTDM systems, as RTAS software, as well as with various native host applications in VST, DirectX, Audio Units, and MAS formats. It can be opened in the channels to be processed of the DAW mixer in as many instances as desired, as a mono or stereo plugin, as long as the CPU or DSP hardware of the computer can handle it.