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Description

Discover the MAAT thEQred, a revolutionary EQ plugin designed to redefine your mastering process with unparalleled precision and clarity. This 80-bit frequency domain linear phase equalizer is crafted for the most discerning audio engineers, promising a transparent and colorless correction that preserves the essence of your mix. The thEQred builds on the legacy of the renowned Algorithmix LinearPhase PEQ Red, now enhanced with MAAT's proprietary advancements, making it a unique tool in your sonic arsenal.

The standout feature of the thEQred is its VariSlope™ technology, offering an innovative approach to filtering with continuous slope adjustments from near 0 to 24 dB/octave, ensuring flexibility without compromising sound quality. Whether you're aiming to add subtle air to a dark mix or to reinforce the bass without muddiness, the thEQred's twelve precision bands provide the tools you need for any complex task, all while maintaining the integrity of your original sound.

Designed for efficiency, the user interface is both intuitive and powerful, featuring a highly adjustable sonogram for pinpointing problem areas and a unique Contribution function for tracking your EQ progress. With its ability to operate at up to 384 kHz sample rates, the thEQred is suitable for high-resolution audio and game audio workflows, ensuring exceptional fidelity and definition across all frequencies.

Key Features:

  • Proprietary VariSlope™ technology for unparalleled filter flexibility
  • Twelve precision bands with eight assignable parametric filter types
  • No phase distortion, ensuring clarity and transparency
  • Operates at up to 384 kHz sample rates for high-resolution workflows
  • Adjustable Q for shelving and cut filters
  • Resizable UI for precise adjustments
  • Automatic latency compensation with modern DAWs
  • Smart AutoGain for seamless A/B comparisons
  • Built-in tone generator for quick problem area identification
  • Available in AAX, AU, VST 2, VST 3 formats for both macOS and Windows

Owner's manual

MAAT thEQred User Manual

Product specs

Available since December 2021
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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 type of equalization does the MAAT thEQred plugin provide?

The MAAT thEQred is a linear phase equalizer, meaning it offers precise frequency adjustments without introducing phase shifts, ideal for mastering applications.

Is the MAAT thEQred suitable for mastering purposes?

Yes, the MAAT thEQred is specifically designed as a mastering tool, providing high-quality linear phase equalization for professional audio production.

Does the MAAT thEQred plugin introduce any latency?

As a linear phase equalizer, the MAAT thEQred may introduce some latency, which is typical for this type of EQ, but it ensures phase accuracy and transparency in audio processing.

Is MAAT thEQred compatible with popular DAWs?

The MAAT thEQred is compatible with most major DAWs that support VST, AU, or AAX plugins, making it versatile for various digital audio workstations.

What makes MAAT thEQred different from other EQ plugins?

MAAT thEQred stands out due to its precision linear phase processing, which provides transparent and accurate frequency adjustments, making it particularly effective for mastering scenarios.

Mastering Academy

Mastering Academy

Friedemann explains the differences between MAAT's mastering EQs - thEQblue, thEQorange & thEQred

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Friedemann explains the differences between MAAT's mastering EQs - thEQblue, thEQorange & thEQred

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Mastering Academy

Video thumbnail for MAAT Digital thEQred || VariSlope Shelves in Action by Alberto Rizzo Schettino

MAAT Digital thEQred || VariSlope Shelves in Action

Alberto Rizzo Schettino

Alberto Rizzo Schettino

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