Description:
The Oxford EQ + GML Option plug-in for Pro Tools HD systems is based on the Oxford OXF-R3 professional mixing console EQ section. It is a fully functional 5-band application with selectable shelf settings on low and high frequency sections. Additionally, separate variable slope low pass and high pass filters are provided. The use of novel coefficient generation and intelligent processing design provides unparalleled performance that surpasses analog EQ in both sound quality and artistic freedom. Originally designed as distance correction devices for film and vision, program equalizers have expanded into highly creative tools for the sound engineer. Many EQ designs have been developed over the years that have lent themselves to particular uses and sounds. The Oxford EQ is designed to be flexible enough to address as many of these generic types as possible from a single application by presenting a variety of types to the user. There are many different types of EQ, which differ in many areas. One of the most important areas is the issue of control ranges and interaction. Most analog EQs have a particular Gain/Q dependency as a result of the circuits used. This factor can greatly affect the artistic style that an EQ presents to the user. The Oxford EQ plug-in has covered this situation by providing four different styles of EQ that take account of Gain/Q dependency as well as overall control ranges. The GML 8200 emulation was designed in collaboration with George Massenburg for the OXF-R3 console. It has all the finer characteristics of the classic analog outboard unit, faithfully reproducing all the control ranges and responses of the original EQ, even to the point of producing center frequencies up to 26kHz while running at 44.1or 48kHz. This superlative EQ, much loved for its sonic detail and sensitive musical character, has deservedly become regarded as indispensable among many professionals in the industry. The plug-in, fully endorsed by GML, brings a vast wealth of experience and matchless lineage within the grasp of the Pro Tools user. The HD version includes RTAS and Audiosuite formats in addition to the TDM version. Features ? Adds GML8200 emulation to the EQ plug-in from the Sony OXF-R3 console Designed in collaboration with George Massenburg 5 Band parametric EQ with HF and LF selectable to shelf Separate HF and LF filters with variable slope 4 selectable EQ types (gain/Q dependency), plus GML 8200 emulation Fully de-cramped HF response Control coefficients calculated on the fly Extremely low noise and distortion Specifications ? The following specifications apply to the GML EQ selection: Please refer to the Sony Oxford EQ Plug-in (model # PTH-REQ) for specifications on selectable EQ types 1-4 LF peak/shelf section Gain: +/- 20dB, Frequency: 15Hz-800Hz, Q/Slope: 0.4-10 LMF section Gain: +/-20dB, Frequency: 15Hz-800Hz, Q/Slope: 0.4-10 MF section Gain: +/-20dB, Frequency: 120Hz-8kHz, Q/Slope: 0.4-10 HMF section Gain: +/-20dB, Frequency: 400Hz-26kHz, Q/Slope: 0.4-10, When the Pro Tools system is operated at 44.1kHz or 48kHz sampling rates the highest signal frequency is limited to around 20kHz. However when center frequencies above 20kHz are selected, the EQ maintains a response that is accurate for any portion of the curve that lies within the legal bandwidth limit of the system. HF peak/shelf Gain: +/-20dB, Frequency: 400Hz-26kHz; Q/Slope: 0.4dB-10, When the Pro Tools system is operated at 44.1kHz or 48kHz sampling rates the highest signal frequency is limited to around 20kHz. However when center frequencies above 20kHz are selected, the EQ maintains a response that is accurate for any portion of the curve that lies within the legal bandwidth limit of the system. Total dynamic range Greater than 138dB (RMS unweighted) for any single section, including filters. Harmonic distortion Undetecable using FFT analysis down to -160dBr Control induced noise Less than -95dBr (peak) during adjustment of any single control
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