Unlock the timeless tones of the McDSP 4020 Retro EQ Native v7, a powerful four-band EQ plugin that elegantly combines vintage warmth with modern precision. Designed for musicians and producers seeking a unique sonic palette, this plugin boasts both shelving and parametric EQ bands, each operating with a gain-dependent variable slope/Q system. This innovative design not only delivers a silky smooth sound but also enhances frequency selectivity at high gains.

The high-pass and low-pass filters feature a unique split-octave design, offering a 12 dB/Oct slope near the selected frequency with a maximum slope of 24 dB/Oct, ensuring detailed control over your audio spectrum. McDSP's proprietary output stage topology further enhances your mix by eliminating digital clipping, delivering a smoother distortion character, and adding a touch of analog saturation that has defined McDSP's legacy.

Compatible with all major DAWs, including Pro Tools, Logic Pro, and Ableton Live, the 4020 Retro EQ is optimized for both Apple Silicon and the latest Intel processors, ensuring seamless performance. Whether you're shaping the sound of a vintage track or crafting new sonic landscapes, the Retro EQ's classic yet original algorithms provide a transparent yet vintage sound that's all its own.

Key Features:

• Four-band EQ with shelving and parametric EQ bands
• Gain-dependent variable slope/Q system for vintage sound
• High-pass and low-pass filters with unique split-octave design
• McDSP's output stage topology for smooth distortion
• Analog saturation modeling
• Zero latency algorithms
• Double precision processing
• Compatible with major DAWs: Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Cubase, and more
• Optimized for Apple Silicon and Intel processors
• Two activations per license/ subscription
• Requires iLok2 or iLok3 USB Smart Key or iLok Cloud account for activation

Product specs

FAQs

What are the system requirements for running the McDSP 4020 Retro EQ Native v7?

For Mac, you'll need macOS 10.13 or later with an Intel Core 2 Duo or higher and at least 4GB of RAM. For PC, Windows 10 or later with an Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD Athlon 64 X2 or higher, and 4GB of RAM is required.

Is the McDSP 4020 Retro EQ Native v7 compatible with my DAW?

The McDSP 4020 Retro EQ is compatible with DAWs that support AAX Native, VST3, and AU formats, making it versatile for use with most popular DAWs.

How does the McDSP 4020 Retro EQ Native v7 differ from stock EQ plugins?

The McDSP 4020 Retro EQ offers a vintage-style equalization experience with unique tonal characteristics that emulate classic analog EQs, providing warmth and character not typically found in stock digital EQ plugins.

What type of authorization is required for the McDSP 4020 Retro EQ Native v7?

The plugin requires iLok 2/3 or iLok Cloud authorization, which necessitates a continuous internet connection.

Can I use the McDSP 4020 Retro EQ Native v7 on both 32-bit and 64-bit systems?

Yes, the McDSP 4020 Retro EQ Native v7 supports both 32-bit and 64-bit systems, ensuring compatibility across a range of setups.