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MAAT thEQblue v2.1.0 Incl Emulator-R2R screenshot
DATE : 2020.05.31 | NUMBER : R2R-9123 | SiZE : 24.46 MB
PLATFORM : WiN32/64 - VST/VST3/AAX
Beautiful analog architectures, twelve in all, that will take your work out of the ordinary.

Why develop yet one more parametric equalizer (PEQ) when there’s already hundreds on the market? The answer is simple…’Cuz there was room for improvement! It was customers of the original LinearPhase PEQ Red and Orange who asked Algorithmix to develop a classic EQ, for recording and mixing tasks, with unparalleled purity and transparency. Over several years, our Dr. Christoph closely analyzed many of the best out there, and compiled a vast knowledgebase of analog EQ best practices. Cherry picking from that, he implemented not just one or two, but an entire collection of trad minimal phase EQs. The result? A distillation of analog antecedents, while others are based on new ideas.

We know you’ll enjoy our dozen variations of blue, newly revised by MAAT, and will find your favorite sound. We’ve also added subtle but important touches, like the ability to freely assign Sections to either stereo [left/right] or sum/difference [L+R/L-R] at the same time, and to “group” all Sections and make a global gain change without disturbing the relationship of individual Sections.
The Twelve

We wanted to lift analog to another level, so we reverse engineered a variety of well respected hardware EQs, creating idealized digital versions from that inspiration. Rather than models or simulations that carry analog baggage, thEQblue has no noise, distortion or other secondary effects inherited from analog.

thEQblue is the most complete collection of classic equalizer architectures ever assembled into one package. You get precise, idealized examples of legendary analog equalizer circuitry, complemented by progressive new models. Whether it’s vintage, modern, or experimental, thEQblue is a sonic sandbox for every mixing and mastering engineer to play in.



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  Banned 11.12.2019 156
+36
blue eq Works perfectly and sounds ultra clean great job r2r :)
  Member 31.12.2017 148
+21
Thank you, this is much appreciated! <3
  Member 6.03.2020 300
+213
can someone confirm if there are presets ?
  Member 21.12.2018 518
+385
Gives clearer sound, but also more power, coherence and definition. But you must kill the extra pre-ringing afterwards with dedicated software.
  Resident 12.10.2018 319
+48
Appreciate the insights. What software can you recommend to handle the pre-ringing.
  Member 21.12.2018 518
+385
Thimeo Audio Technology https://www.stereotool.com/

Use module: Repair/Delossifier/Pre-ringing
Find the optimal settings in Configuration menu first - CPU & Latency, Plug-ins - sub menus.
Then chose settings in Repair/Delossifier/Pre-ringing killer.
You'll need two or even more passes in most cases.

Also
XIPODIZER (there is a MAC version too)
https://www.xivero.com/download/
  Resident 12.10.2018 319
+48
Stereo Tool looks good. Do you have a recommendation for a FREE solution or something available on AudioZ where we can use the solution without the limitations of the Stereo Tool trial?
  Member 21.12.2018 518
+385
https://audioz.download/software/win/171465-download_stereo-tool-950-multilingual-tsrh.html

XIPODIZER does the job better, but it seems they discontinued selling the product.
XIPODIZER processing includes frequency cutoff over 18kHz though, but you can compensate it later, to a degree, by spectral filling.
  Resident 12.10.2018 319
+48
Thanks, I missed that one because I used "Thimeo" in the search terms. XIPODIZER can still be downloaded, but I'm guessing it needs a license file and as you said, the DEV has discontinued operations.

It's nice to see your reviews when you pop in to leave your thoughts on a particular plugin.
  Member 16.03.2018 8
+2
As always, thanks R2R and everyone else involved with keeping this site running for everything you do.

To everyone else, let me try to explain what these MAAT EQ's do to the sound in a scientific manner.

1) Mediocre oversampling. Lots of ripple in the passband, this adds a slight haze to the sound by destroying delicate stereo information. This doesn't apply for the Red or if you run any of them at 88.2 kHz or higher. Lots of people like this because super accurate stereo information can be disorienting.

2) Incorrect IEEE floating point rounding. This is what makes them sound "punchy" and "deep". My guess is they use the "always round towards 0" type, which effectively creates a tiny bit of anti-saturation. A neat effect, but definitely not accurate.

If true accuracy is your goal, PSP MasterQ2 is the best choice.
  Member 21.12.2018 518
+385
What 'ripple' did you mean, exactly? 'Lots' - how much is it (in +/-dBs)? In what part of the passband?
True accuracy is a good thing with perfect recordings. But "always round towards 0" might be a very welcome feature when dealing with so many imperfect ones. Since saturation happens everywhere in audio chain, even in microphones and cables. Much and long before you even get to the sofwtare part. Is it necessarily an 'incorrect' floating point rounding or maybe a wise choice?
  Member 16.03.2018 8
+2
My measurements show +/-0.05 dB at 20 kHz, decreasing with frequency. It's a textbook anti alias filter from 30 years ago, something you'd find in a 10 cent ADC chip in your phone or laptop now-a-days. Everyone I know who used the original Algorithmix versions manually up and down sampled with Weiss Saracon to avoid this.

Saturation does not occur in cables, only high frequency roll off due to excess capacitance in poorly designed ones. Audiophiles can argue about other non-linearities 150 dB below the signal due to copper grains and skin effect all they want, I don't care. As I said, it's only incorrect if technical accuracy is the goal. Most music doesn't strive for that, so I agree that it can be very aesthetically pleasing. I just want people to make informed decisions. So if you want an EQ that sounds like a round trip out of your converters and into a really good analog EQ without all the hassle and cost, this is just the thing.

Have you tried the last two architecture types? They're super tasty.
  Moderator 21.01.2012 2373 16092
+159266
Interesting info, thank you.
  Member 21.12.2018 518
+385
Thank you for the info, but + /-0.05 dB at 20 kHz might be rightfully considered as 'infinitesimal' (even more considering it is dropping with frequency).
It is held in psychoacoustics that average human ear can distinguish only about +/-1.5 dB gain difference (depending on frequency though), and most people over twenty can hear up to 16 kHz.
/That theory is implemented in mp3 encoding algorithms, for instance/

Cables have insulation, which due to its dielectric properties creates saturation effect (harmonics flattening on power peaks).
  Member 16.03.2018 8
+2
But you can hear the pre-ring since you recommended software to remove it, right? And how do you think mp3's sound? Do you master in 1.5 dB steps and get rid of everything above 16 kHz? Psychoacoustics is very valid science, I just hate when engineers strive for average rather than excellent. Ampex figured out in the 80's that we need about 120 dB of dynamic range to fool the most trained ear, so that's what I strive for. That's why we use 24 bit audio.

If you think mediocre anti-alias filters aren't audible but mythical cable saturation is, this discussion is over. I hope you didn't spend too much on your power cords.
  Resident 11.08.2012 15 219
+343
This conversation needs to be continued!!!
Come back, on the fonky track

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