6020 Ultimate EQ HD v7 EQ plugin interface by McDSP

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6020 Ultimate EQ HD v7: Ten-Module EQ Plugin by McDSP Free Download

6020 Ultimate EQ HD v7 is an EQ plugin from McDSP that bundles ten equalizer modules in one interface. Each module models a different equalizer design, from smooth tube-style curves to aggressive solid-state ones.

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01Overview

The 6020 Ultimate EQ HD v7 collects ten equalizer models in a single interface, built on McDSP's module format. McDSP says the modules draw on classic and modern equalizers, including designs it associates with Fairchild, Neve, UREI and dbx. The plugin covers a range of tonal approaches, so you can pick a module that matches the sound you want, from gentle broad correction to more forceful shaping. It includes input and output control and mono and stereo versions.

Best for

Mix bus tone shaping
Low-end warmth on tracks
Subtle corrective EQ
Channel strip EQ
Steep filtering with character

Developer: McDSP
Category: EQ
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Ten EQ modules in a single interface
Zero latency algorithms
Double precision processing
Anti-clip output stage topology
Analog saturation modeling
Input and output level control
Mono and stereo versions
Two activations per license or subscription
Optimized for Apple Silicon and recent Intel processors

03In depth

Ten EQ modules with different characters

Each module in the 6020 Ultimate EQ has its own tonal character. The E670 is built around gentle low and high shelves with a mid parametric band, and McDSP describes it as suitable for subtle adjustments in most mixing situations. The Moo Q is a three-band module with a warm, tube-style voicing. The iQ is the only two-band module in the set and is aimed at adding low-end warmth or high-end sheen.

The British-E module uses the FilterBank technology from McDSP's earlier FilterBank plugin, which is based on Neve-style equalizers, and offers a high pass filter, low shelf, parametric and high shelf. The EZ Q combines a high pass filter with low and high shelves and a flexible parametric band. The EQ'76 is a four-band parametric module with a slight Q-gain dependency.

The E357 has steeper slopes than most of the other modules and a noticeable character. McDSP advises using it with caution.

Workflow, controls and processing

The 6020 Ultimate EQ HD v7 is built around zero latency algorithms and double precision processing. Its output stage uses an anti-clip topology, and the modules include analog saturation modeling. Input and output controls let you manage level around the EQ.

Several modules are designed to pair with McDSP's compressors. The E300 and E301 were made to complement the Opto-C and Opto-L compressor modules in the 6060 Ultimate Module Collection. The FRG EEE is meant to sit alongside the FRG444 compressor from the 6030 Ultimate Compressor plugin. The E357 is designed to work with the D357 compressor.

The E300 and E301 share the same frequency and gain ranges, but McDSP notes that the E301 is slightly narrower in bandwidth, especially at higher gain settings.

04Specs

Will it run?

Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.

Developer	McDSP
Type	Plugin
Category	EQ
Formats	VST3, VST2, AU, AAX
Operating systems	Windows, macOS
Architecture	64-bit
Free trial	Yes

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does the 6020 Ultimate EQ HD v7 support?

The plugin is available in VST3, VST2, AU and AAX formats. McDSP's system requirements state that VST is no longer supported as of v7.0, so VST versions of v6 plugins will no longer be updated.

Which operating systems does it run on?

It runs on Windows and macOS. McDSP lists Windows 7, 8 and 10 (64-bit only), and macOS 10.13 or higher, with native support for Intel and Apple Silicon processors.

What do I need to activate the plugin?

McDSP plugins require an iLok2 or iLok3 USB Smart Key, or a free iLok License Manager account with iLok Cloud for authorization. Each v7 plugin includes two activations per authorization.