VQP-BUNDLE Vintage Passive EQs

Hot Curves from the Fifties



Passive Goodness

The VQP-258A and VQP-259A are two entirely passive EQs which were introduced in the 1950s. Unlike its competitors from that era, the 258A offers two wide ranging and intuitive controls capable of independently cutting or boosting the low and high frequency spectrum, while the 259A filter cascade excels with its wide range of low and high cut settings.

Inductors & Magic

These filters sound pleasantly clean and musical, adding a touch of magic to everything you throw at them. The inductor based circuits produce beautiful low end mojo and polish the high band with a very realistic, simply gorgeous tone. The slight interaction of the bands produces unique filter curves with great creative potentials and true vintage sound characteristics.

Perfectly matched

The VQP-258A is a high/low shelf EQ with selectable frequencies and combined cut/boost controls. It applies gentle and musical equalization to virtually any source and adds pleasant coloration to your mixes. As a perfect match, the VQP-259A high/low cut filter offers a wide range of frequencies for removing low end rumble or taming harsh high frequency contents.

EQ with Heritage

The original hardware units were used at Motown, Muscle Shoals, Chess, Sun, and dozens of other studios producing classic hits, and that is exactly the kind of vibe you can expect from the VQP-Bundle: A golden sound combined with maximum easy of use. Two knobs, set the tone, find the sweet spot, done. Simplicity at it’s best!

Features

• Vintage 1950s Passive EQs: The VQP-258A and VQP-259A are classic passive equalizers from the 1950s, designed with intuitive controls for shaping sound effortlessly.
• Dual-Purpose EQs: The VQP-258A features independent low and high-frequency controls for both cutting and boosting, while the VQP-259A excels with its wide-ranging low and high cut filter cascade.
• Inductor-Based Design: Both units use inductor-based circuits, which deliver rich, musical low-end warmth and a beautifully polished high band, offering an authentic vintage sound.
• Unique Filter Curves: The slight interaction between the EQ bands produces distinct filter curves with creative potential, adding character and a touch of magic to any audio source.
• High/Low Shelf EQ (VQP-258A): The VQP-258A applies smooth, musical EQ to various sources, featuring selectable frequencies and combined cut/boost controls for enhanced tone shaping and coloration.
• High/Low Cut Filter (VQP-259A): The VQP-259A complements the 258A with a wide range of low and high cut frequencies, ideal for removing low-end rumble or taming harsh high frequencies.
• Legendary Studio Heritage: The original hardware versions were used at iconic studios like Motown, Muscle Shoals, and Chess, contributing to countless classic hits, bringing vintage warmth and simplicity to modern mixing.
• Simple and Efficient: With just two knobs for setting tone, these EQs offer ease of use without sacrificing sound quality, helping you find the sweet spot quickly and effectively.
• Golden Sound: Designed to deliver the timeless sound of classic records, the VQP-Bundle brings vintage vibes and superb tonal control with modern convenience.

System Requirements 

Mac (64-Bit only)

• Intel compatible or Apple Silicon CPU
• 2GB RAM
• Mac OS 10.12 or newer
• A display resolution of 1280x1024 pixels or more
• A VST2, VST3, AAX or AudioUnits compatible host

Windows (32- and 64-Bit)

• Intel compatible CPU (at least 2 GHz recommended)
• 2GB RAM
• Windows 7 or newer
• A display resolution of 1280x1024 pixels or more
• A VST2, VST3 or AAX compatible host