Bettermaker PEQ_core

The Bettermaker PEQ_core brings the analog circuitry of the acclaimed Bettermaker Stereo Passive Equalizer into a streamlined 1U chassis designed for DAW-centric mastering and mixing workflows. The signal path is 100% analog — identical to the flagship SPE, including the signature Air bands at 20 kHz and 28 kHz — while all parameter control and recall is handled entirely through a dedicated VST3/AU/AAX plugin. Removing physical front-panel controls allows engineers to prioritize sound quality over hardware overhead without sacrificing the passive EQ character and total recall that define the Bettermaker platform. For studios in Los Angeles and beyond running high-density racks alongside modern DAW sessions, the PEQ_core delivers mastering-grade analog sound at a considerably more accessible price point.

Key Features

• 100% analog signal path with classic passive EQ character — circuitry identical to the Bettermaker Stereo Passive Equalizer flagship
• Signature “Air bands” at 20 kHz and 28 kHz for the high-end detail associated with the Bettermaker SPE platform
• Full parameter control and total recall via dedicated DAW plugin — no front-panel controls required
• Compatible with VST3, AU, and AAX plugin formats
• Ultra-compact 1U rack-mount chassis designed for high-density studio installations
• USB connection for plugin control; XLR for analog audio I/O

Specifications

• Form Factor: 1U rack mount
• Signal Path: 100% analog
• EQ Type: Passive (low and high sections)
• Air Bands: 20 kHz, 28 kHz
• Control Interface: DAW plugin (digital)
• Plugin Formats: VST3, AU, AAX
• Connectivity: USB (plugin control); XLR (audio I/O)