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The classiest EQ ever created finally gets the thorough plugin treatment it so long deserved
Recreated from the original Motown units owned by eight-time Grammy winning producer, mixdown artist, and innovative engineering genius Michael Brauer. The launch of the MOTORCITY EQualizer that shook the pro audio world as one of the biggest secrets in music production was finally revealed by releasing a dead on, carbon copy of one of the most influential EQs ever.
3 years later Heritage Audio is proud to introduce the MOTORCITY EQualizer Plugin, the world’s first true-reproduction of the “Holy Grail” of classic equalisers. At last, you’ll be able to recreate the unmistakably huge, punchy and warm signature sound that makes this EQ as unique as the hits it helped create.
IT’S NOT JUST AN EQ, IT’S A STATEMENT.
What makes this plugin so special is its ability to infuse any mix with the unmistakable warmth, punch, and musicality that defined countless classic records, all while fitting seamlessly into a
modern DAW workflow.
Each of its seven fixed frequency bands — 50 Hz, 130 Hz, 320 Hz, 800 Hz, 2 kHz, 5 kHz, and 12.5 kHz — has been modeled to reproduce the rich analog behaviour of the original hardware, complete with the gentle curves and natural phase interactions that make passive EQs so musical and forgiving.
But perhaps its most defining characteristic, though, is its ability to impart cohesion — that subtle analog warmth that gives mixes depth, dimension, and soul.
Whether used on individual tracks, buses, or the stereo master, the MOTORCITY EQualizer plugin brings the timeless Motown vibe into today’s productions, delivering not just precision, but personality.
Features
- At last a plugin worthy of the all-time classic equalizer.
- Fixed 7-band passive style gives a distinct flavour vs generic parametric EQs.
- Stepped gain increments allow for consistent recall & A/B’ing.
- Emulates the philosophy of a classic analogue unit — not just “vintage emulation” but high-fidelity character.
- Workflow friendly: can place this plugin anywhere in your chain (tracking, mixing, buss, master) and get the vintage path instantly.
- Plugin formats: VST3, AU, AAX (64-bit).
- Platforms supported:
- Mac OS 10.15.7 and up (Both INTEL and Native Apple Silicon M1/M2/M3 Compatibility).
- PC Windows 10 and 11.
- DAWs supported: All major DAWs, including Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Cubase, Studio One, Bitwig, Reaper, Reason etc.
Please note: BritStrip is used as an example
1. Create an account with iLok > Install the iLok License Manager or sign into your iLok account
2. Download the plugin installer from your Plugin Boutique account
3. Extract installer from zip > Double-click installer > Install plugin
4. Open your DAW > Open the plugin
5. Click Activate
6. Input the serial number found in your Plugin Boutique account > Click Next
7. Enter your iLok User ID and Password > Click Next
8. Click OK
9. Click Next
Your plugin is now installed and ready to use. Enjoy!
