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Acme Audio Motown EQ

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Acme Audio Motown EQ

Experience a piece of recording history with the Acme Audio Motown EQ. This iconic 7-band graphic equalizer faithfully recreates the legendary sound of the original Motown EQ, a groundbreaking innovation by Chief Engineer Mike McLean at Motown Studios. Revered by top audio engineers and producers, only 48 units of the original were ever made, making it a true collector’s treasure. Acme Audio meticulously reverse-engineered this classic with guidance from the late Mike McLean, ensuring that every detail—down to the capacitors and transformers—delivers the unmatched sonic fidelity of the original design. Perfect for modern recording studios, this is your chance to own a vital piece of music history.

Key Features:

  • Authentic 7-Band Equalizer: Rotary switch frequencies at 50Hz, 130Hz, 320Hz, 800Hz, 2000Hz, 5000Hz, and 12500Hz for precise tonal shaping.
  • Transformer Balance Circuit: Includes AMI A24 input transformer and custom Mesanovic output transformer for premium sound quality.
  • Custom Components: Features Mesanovic Moly Permalloy Powder core (MPP) inductors and Opamp Labs 425 output amplifier, identical to the original.
  • Flexible Amplification: Offers an additional 2520 footprint for your preferred op amp configuration.
  • Exceptional Performance: Delivers a frequency response of 10Hz to 30KHz ±1dB with up to 29dB max level output.
  • Low Noise Design: External power supply minimizes noise floor for pristine audio clarity.
  • Durable Construction: All-aluminum custom chassis ensures longevity and reliability in any studio environment.
  • EQ Bands: 7-band rotary switch (50Hz, 130Hz, 320Hz, 800Hz, 2000Hz, 5000Hz, 12500Hz)
  • Gain Adjustment: ±8dB of equalization
  • Frequency Response: 10Hz to 30KHz ±1dB
  • Maximum Output Level: 29dB
  • Circuit Design: Transformer balance with AMI A24 input transformer and Mesanovic custom output transformer
  • Inductors: Custom Mesanovic Moly Permalloy Powder core (MPP)
  • Output Amplifier: Opamp Labs 425, with additional 2520 footprint option
  • Power Supply: External for reduced noise
  • Chassis: Custom all-aluminum build

Step into the golden era of sound with the Acme Audio Motown EQ—where timeless design meets modern precision for unparalleled recording fidelity.

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. 
For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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