Tube-Tech Equalizer Collection Mk II by Softube EQ plugin interface

Tube-Tech Equalizer Collection Mk II: Tube-Driven Passive EQ Plugin by Softube

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Tube-Tech Equalizer Collection Mk II is an EQ plugin from Softube that combines the PE 1C 'Pultec'-style and ME 1B mid-range passive, tube-driven equalizers into a single plugin for Windows and macOS.

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01Overview

Tube-Tech Equalizer Collection Mk II brings two tube-driven passive equalizers into one plugin. The low and high-end section is a 'Pultec'-style EQ, and the mid-range section uses the same passive, tube-driven design. Softube has updated the processing with its latest signal processing technology and added new high-resolution graphics. The collection is supplied in VST3, VST2, AU, AAX and RTAS formats, and includes legacy plugins.

Best for

Bass shaping
Kick drum weight
Vocal EQ
Mix bus coloration
Synth tone shaping
Guitar and strings EQ

Developer: Softube
Category: EQ
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Combines the PE 1C 'Pultec'-style and ME 1B mid-range EQs in one plugin
Passive, tube-driven design for the mid-range section
'Pultec'-style low and high-end equalizer
Updated with Softube's latest signal processing technology
New high-resolution graphical interface
Supports 44.1 to 192 kHz sample rates in mono and stereo
Includes legacy plugins
Available in VST3, VST2, AU, AAX and RTAS formats

03In depth

Sound, Character and Workflow

Passive tube equalizers are known for adding character to a wide range of sources, including drums, synths, vocals, guitars, strings and brass. Softube says the Mk II updates the original processors with its newer signal processing, while keeping the same core sound.

The 'Pultec'-style section is built around a low-frequency boost and attenuation pair that sit slightly offset in frequency. Boosting and cutting at the same time can produce a focused bump in the low end. The mid-range section never boosts; it only attenuates the selected frequency. Combining the two sections in one plugin removes the need to chain separate units.

System Requirements and Host Compatibility

The plugin runs on macOS Big Sur 11, Monterey 12, Ventura 13, and on Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit). It requires a Softube account and an iLok account, and it supports sample rates of 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4 and 192 kHz in mono and stereo.

Any 64-bit VST, VST3, AU or AAX host should work, but Softube officially tests only the most recent versions of Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Cubase, Ableton Live, Studio One and Reaper. Softube recommends VST3 because some features are not present in the older VST format. TDM, VENUE and RTAS are no longer supported, and AAX DSP is not in active development.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

Developer	Softube
Type	Plugin
Category	EQ
Formats	VST3, VST2, AU, AAX, RTAS
Operating systems	Windows, macOS
Architecture	64-bit

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats is Tube-Tech Equalizer Collection Mk II available in?

It is available in VST3, VST2, AU, AAX and RTAS formats. Softube recommends VST3 because some features are not present in the older VST format.

Which operating systems does it support?

It supports macOS Big Sur 11, Monterey 12 and Ventura 13, and Windows 10 and Windows 11 (64-bit).

What do I need to use Tube-Tech Equalizer Collection Mk II?

You need a compatible AU, VST, VST3 or AAX host, a Softube account and an iLok account. The latest iLok License Manager is needed and is downloaded separately from ilok.com.