PEQ6

Parallel Parametric Equalizer Algorithm

In earliest parametric equalizer units, all filter bands are connected in parallel rather than in series-cascade as in conventional parametric equalizers. The parallel architecture has a distinctive musicality due to different phase behavior and smoother interaction between adjacent bands. In order to achieve symmetrical curves for boost and attenuation, filter bands are placed in feedback paths during attenuation. While trivial to implement in the analog domain, implementation of these feedback paths in the digital domain is rather involved due to the resulting delay-free feedback loops which are considered as uncomputable in classical digital signal processing theory. The PEQ6 Algorithm accurately and efficiently simulates the latest version of third generation units in the digital domain with its meticulously designed topology which inherently has the ability to authentically emulate delay-free feedback loops.


"There are very few digital equalizers that can hold their own against the best analog designs in their ability to beautifully transform a source. The BTE PEQ6 is surprising in its power, musicality, and responsiveness. It's an EQ that can lead you to remarkably enjoyable results."

Alan Silverman
Arf! Mastering

Key Features


  • Extremely High Processing Efficiency.
  • Supports sampling frequencies up to 384 kHz.
  • Clickless parameter update.
  • Proprietary topology which is optimized for low latency, low noise and high dynamic range.
  • Supports both 32 bit (single precision) and 64 bit (double precision) floating-point processing.
  • Built-in reference-quality upsampling algorithm which is automatically enabled at sampling frequencies below 88.2 kHz.
  • Clearly and concisely implemented in pure C++: portable to any platform that is supported by a C++ compiler.

Specifications


PEQ6 Parallel Parametric Equalizer Algorithm features five overlapping bands which have the following specifications:

  • Low Frequency Shelving/Peaking: Selectable filter type: Shelving or Peaking. Center Frequency is continuously variable from 18Hz to 600Hz. Bandwidth(dB/Octave) is continuously variable from 4 to 20 in Peaking mode. The amount of boost or attenuation is continuously variable from -8 dB to 8 dB.

  • Low Mid Frequency Shelving/Peaking: Selectable filter type: Shelving or Peaking. Center Frequency is continuously variable from 18Hz to 600Hz. Bandwidth(dB/Octave) is continuously variable from 4 to 20 in Peaking mode. The amount of boost or attenuation is continuously variable from -8 dB to 8 dB.

  • Mid Frequency Peaking: Center Frequency is continuously variable from 160Hz to 8kHz. Bandwidth(dB/Octave) is continuously variable from 4 to 20. The amount of boost or attenuation is continuously variable from -8 dB to 8 dB.

  • High Mid Frequency Shelving/Peaking: Selectable filter type: Shelving or Peaking. Center Frequency is continuously variable from 600Hz to 27kHz. Bandwidth(dB/Octave) is continuously variable from 4 to 20 in Peaking mode. The amount of boost or attenuation is continuously variable from -8 dB to 8 dB.

  • High Frequency Shelving/Peaking: Selectable filter type: Shelving or Peaking. Center Frequency is continuously variable from 600Hz to 27kHz. Bandwidth(dB/Octave) is continuously variable from 4 to 20 in Peaking mode. The amount of boost or attenuation is continuously variable from -8 dB to 8 dB.

Applications


  • Software Plug-ins

  • Digital Audio Workstations

  • Digital Mixing Consoles

  • Hardware Effect Processors

PEQ6 Demo


In order to demonstrate the sound and performance of the PEQ6 Algorithm, we have integrated it into a VST Plug-in which has the following system requirements:

  • Hardware:                 Intel® Pentium® 1.7 GHz and above or AMD® Athlon® 1800 and above
                                       128 MB RAM
                                       XVGA Video Card (High Color 1024x768)
                                       Low-latency Sound Card
  • Operating System:    Microsoft® Windows®
  • Software:                   VST 2.0 compliant Host Application

Please note that PEQ6 Demo requires a WIBU Systems CodeMeter Stick and it is only available to well-established audio hardware and software manufacturers.

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