Weiss EQ1 by Softube mastering equalizer plugin interface

Weiss EQ1: Digital Mastering Equalizer by Softube

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Weiss EQ1 is a digital mastering equalizer plugin by Softube, a software port of the Weiss EQ1 hardware. It offers seven bands and can operate as a minimum phase, linear phase or dynamic EQ.

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01Overview

Weiss EQ1 recreates the Weiss Engineering EQ1 hardware unit in software. Softube developed it as a code port of the original, and Weiss Engineering endorses it. The plugin provides seven full-range bands with a Q range from 0.2 to 650. Beyond the hardware, it adds dynamic processing options, a higher sample rate ceiling, and four user interface layouts. Presets saved in the plugin are designed to recall with the same behavior as the hardware Snapshots.

Best for

Mastering EQ
Surgical corrective EQ
Dynamic EQ moves
Mid/side mastering
Linear phase EQ

Developer: Softube
Category: EQ
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Line-by-line code port of the original Weiss EQ1 hardware
Minimum Phase, Linear Phase and Dynamic EQ modes in one plugin
Seven full-range bands with -39 to +18 dB cut and boost
Q range from 0.2 to 650 on each band
Threshold, attack, release and ratio per band in Dynamic Advanced mode
M/S processing with channel linking
Solo and bypass for individual bands
Four adaptable user interface layouts
Sample rates up to 192 kHz with 64-bit internal processing

03In depth

Sound, Modes and Processing

Weiss EQ1 can work in Minimum Phase, Linear Phase, Dynamic and Dynamic Advanced modes. Softube describes the minimum phase EQ as surgical, and the linear phase EQ as a true linear phase design.

The seven bands cover the full frequency range and offer high and low cut, high and low shelving, and peaking filters. The cut and boost range runs from -39 to +18 dB. M/S processing and channel linking are included, along with solo and bypass for individual bands.

In Dynamic Advanced mode, threshold, attack, release and ratio can be set on each band. Softube notes that the hardware supports four dynamic bands, while the plugin enables all seven.

Workflow and Interface

The plugin offers four adaptable user interface layouts. The knob arrangement changes with the active mode, so parameters stay accessible regardless of which mode is selected.

Presets can be recalled manually and behave as they do on the hardware. The plugin supports sample rates up to 192 kHz and uses 64-bit internal processing.

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

05Upgrades

Upgrade and crossgrade options

Option	Store link
Weiss EQ1 (Upgrade from Weiss EQ MP)	Plugin Boutique ↗

06FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does Weiss EQ1 support?

Weiss EQ1 is available in VST3, VST2, AU, AAX and RTAS formats. It runs on Windows and macOS.

What do I need to run Weiss EQ1?

You need a Softube account and an iLok account, plus a compatible 64-bit host such as an AU, VST, VST3 or AAX DAW. Softube officially tests in Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Cubase, Ableton Live, Studio One and Reaper. Softube recommends VST3, since some features are not available in the older VST format.