Waves V-EQ4

Plug-in vintage equalizer - Neve 1081 style

Modeled on the highly sought-after 1081 console module, the V-EQ4 equalizer features detailed high frequency boosts plus High Pass and Low Pass Filters to deliver the real sound of vintage gear.

Vintage analog EQs were often designed to shape tone, compared to today's "surgical" EQs that are more about fixing problems. The V-EQ4, modeled after the Neve 1081, embodies the transition between these two philosophies-vintage sound, yet evolving to greater control and precision. Due 10-position midrange controls (with Hi-Q buttons), variable high and low-frequency shelving, and high and lowpass filters provide the versatility needed to both shape and fix sounds.

Rich 70s Sound, Modern Functionality

The V-EQ4 is flexible enough to handle today's mixes, but with the warmth, sparkle, and rich sound that makes mixes from the 70s hold up even today.

Tried and True Tweaking

Midrange frequencies with Hi-Q option, high and low shelving, and multiple filter options were chosen for maximum musicality.

Classic Instrument Character

Let each instrument claim its own part of the frequency spectrum, to deliver dazzling definition.

Turn Virtual Consoles into Analog Ones

Enable the Analog button to retain the modeled analog sound, even with EQ bypassed.

Features

• Low- and high-Q options use sensible, musical values
• Transformer modeling gives a warm, upfront midrange
• Class AB design, with analog emulation, adds sparkle
• Lift instruments out of a mix, or push them further back
• Models the acclaimed Neve 1081 mic preamp/EQ
• Rich lows and sparkling highs enhance guitars and keyboards
• Covers the wide range of frequencies needed for drums
• Even with EQ zeroed, analog modeling is still available

Tech Specs

MAC

• OS X macOS Catalina 10.15, Big Sur 11, Monterey 12, Ventura 13, Sonoma 14
• Memory: 8 GB
• CPU: Intel or Silicon Architecture
• Plugins: VST-3, AU, AAX

WINDOWS

• Windows 10 64 bit, Windows 11
• Memory: 8 GB
• CPU: X64 compatible Intel or AMD CPU
• Plugins: VST-3, AAX