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Description

Unleash the sonic power of the Brainworx Dangerous Music BAX EQ, an EQ Plugin that marries vintage charm with modern precision. This plugin is a meticulous emulation of the renowned Dangerous Music BAX mastering analogue EQ, inspired by the legendary Peter Baxandall's designs. Whether you're mixing or mastering, the BAX EQ offers a suite of tools that will enhance your tracks with a natural, open character.

At the heart of this plugin are its low-cut, low-shelf, high-shelf, and high-cut filters, each sculpted to provide the smoothest tonal transitions. The Baxandall shelf curves ensure that your music retains its warmth and clarity, without any harshness. Whether you're looking to add shimmer to your highs or depth to your lows, these filters deliver unmatched versatility.

For those seeking advanced control, the master version of the BAX EQ includes a Mid/Side mode and an output trimmer, allowing for precise adjustments in stereo imaging and output levels. The combination of these features makes the BAX EQ not just a tool, but an essential component in any producer's arsenal, capable of elevating your sound to professional standards.

Key Features:

  • Emulation of the Dangerous Music BAX mastering analogue EQ
  • Low-cut, low-shelf, high-shelf, and high-cut filters
  • Baxandall shelf curves for a natural, open character
  • Mix and master version included
  • Master version with Mid/Side mode and output trimmer

Product specs

Available since October 2016
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Delay No
Dynamics No
Effect Filter No
Encoder/Decoder No
Equalizer Yes
Guitar amps/-effects No
Channel Strip No
Metering / Analysis / Correction No
Modulation Effects No
Multieffect / Plugin-Host No
Overdrive/Distortion No
Preamp / Saturation No
Psychoacoustic tool / Enhancer / Exciter No
Restauration No
Reverb No
Special FX No
Summer / Mixing Consoles No
Tape Simulation No
Pitch Shifter / Harmonizer / Timestretching No
Transient Processing No
Vocoder / Vocal effect No
Mastering Tools Yes
Hardware Controller No
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FAQs

What makes the Brainworx Dangerous Music BAX EQ different from other EQ plugins?

The Brainworx Dangerous Music BAX EQ is unique for its use of Baxandall curves, offering a smooth and transparent sound ideal for mastering. It's designed to provide subtle tonal shaping and broad EQ adjustments, making it a favorite among mixing and mastering engineers.

Is the Brainworx Dangerous Music BAX EQ suitable for mastering?

Yes, the Brainworx Dangerous Music BAX EQ is specifically designed for mastering applications, providing precise control over the high and low frequencies with its Baxandall curves, ensuring a polished and professional final mix.

Can the Brainworx Dangerous Music BAX EQ be used for mixing as well as mastering?

While the BAX EQ is primarily designed for mastering, its smooth and transparent EQ curves make it versatile enough to be used in mixing sessions, especially for shaping the overall tonal balance of a mix.

What are the system requirements for running the Brainworx Dangerous Music BAX EQ plugin?

The specific system requirements can vary, but generally, it requires a compatible DAW and a computer with sufficient processing power to handle plugin operations. Check the Plugin Alliance website for detailed compatibility and system requirements.

Does the Brainworx Dangerous Music BAX EQ plugin support all major DAWs?

Yes, the Brainworx Dangerous Music BAX EQ is compatible with most major DAWs, including Ableton Live, Pro Tools, and Logic Pro, ensuring seamless integration into your existing workflow.

Plugin Alliance

Plugin Alliance

Add Shimmer and Punch to Your Mix With the Dangerous BAX EQ

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Add Shimmer and Punch to Your Mix With the Dangerous BAX EQ

Plugin Alliance

Plugin Alliance

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Introducing Dangerous Music BAX EQ

Plugin Alliance

Plugin Alliance

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How Mike Wells Uses the BAX EQ for Mastering - Dangerous Music

Dangerous Music

Dangerous Music

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Dangerous BAX EQ | In the Studio with Miles Walker

Dangerous Music

Dangerous Music

Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Brainworx Dangerous Music BAX EQ.

Features and functionality

  • The BAX EQ offers fixed frequency points at 166 Hz for low shelf and 3.4 kHz for high shelf, which some users find optimal for their tracks.

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  • The M/S feature on the BAX EQ is praised for enhancing spatial aspects of music, particularly when used with spatial effects like tape delays and tremolo.

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User experience

  • Some owners find the BAX EQ to be transparent and gentle, allowing significant adjustments without harshness or unwanted color.

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  • Owners appreciate the BAX EQ's ability to open up a mix on the 2-bus, making it a favored choice for mastering applications.

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Comparisons

  • In a side-by-side test with the Millennia NSEQ-2, the BAX EQ was noted for tighter bass and improved spatial clarity.

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  • Some owners prefer the BAX EQ over a Pultec EQP-1 for its transparency and ability to boost highs without harshness, though many still reach for a Pultec EQ in most cases.

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Software and compatibility

  • Users with Pro Tools may need a wrapper to use certain free alternatives like Analog Obsession's BXQ, making the BAX EQ a tempting choice with a voucher.

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  • In Studio One, users may need to refresh the plugin list for BAX EQ presets to appear, an issue noted with the AU plugin version.

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Use cases and applications

  • A technique involves using the BAX EQ for a natural treble lift after removing vocal resonances with Pro Q, enhancing vocal clarity.

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Value and pricing

  • With a monthly voucher, the BAX EQ can be acquired for as low as $14.99, highlighting its affordability among similar high-end plugins.

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Used for the vocals on "Intro", as stated by Kirk mix engineer Kevin "Black Pearl" McCloskey in this December 2019 Sound on Sound interview.

"The JJP Vocals is also on the 'All Vox' bus, which starts with the Pro‑Q3, rolling of 12dB at 80Hz. The lead and hook vocals go to this bus, while the ad libs go straight to the Mix Bus. After the JJP the 'All Vox' bus has the Plugin Alliance Dangerous Music Bax EQ, for some sweetening EQ, with a 2dB boost at 130Hz, a 2.5dB boost at 5kHz, and cutting at 18kHz. Finally, I have the Lo-fi, reducing the sample rate to 15 bits, and with 0.1 distortion and 0.1 saturation, to get the vocals to sound a little more gritty. When the beat is distorted. The vocal would sound out of place if it sounded too clean."

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