Klark Teknik EQP-KT 2-Band Tube Equalizer

Klark Teknik EQP-KT Overview

Add an unfathomably rare studio legend to your recording setup without breaking the bank with the EQP-KT from Klark Teknik, a single-channel, 2 RU audio processor based on the famous Pultec EQP-1A. Offering 2-band EQ control with seven switchable frequency points, variable Q control, and real 12AX7 and 12AU7 tubes, the EQP-KT performs just like its inspiration.

The discrete, Class-A analog circuitry provides the kind of musical tonal shaping the Pultec is famous for, with warm bass, smooth mids, and bright, airy treble. Just like the original model, the EQP-KT sports inductor-based EQ control. You also get independent Boost and Cut controls for enormous creative control over sculpting your tones. The Bypass feature cuts out the EQ section for easy A/B comparisons when mixing or mastering. Balanced XLR I/O exploits quality Midas transformers for pristine signal integrity and minimal noise. Finally, the internal power supply is autosensing, ensuring global power compatibility.

Building on a Classic

The EQP-KT draws inspiration from the legendary Pultec EQP-1A equalizer, which was first produced in the early 1950s. Since then, Pultec equalizers have been prized for their smooth musical sound, and audio engineers have utilized them at all stages of the recording process, from tracking to mastering. While vintage Pultec units are extremely rare and expensive, the EQP-KT is affordable and designed for the 21st century.

True-to-Spec Class-A Circuitry

At the heart of the EQP-KT is a vintage Class-A circuit design constructed from the highest-quality discrete components, all of which meet or exceed the Pultec EQP-1A’s original specifications. EQP-KT owes its characteristic warmth to a set of premium, hand-selected 12AX7 and 12AU7 tubes. This time-tested combination provides ultralow-noise analog output with the ideal balance of tight, warm bass, silky-smooth midrange and brilliant, airy treble.

Midas: A Legend in Sound Quality

Ever since its formation in the 1970s, Midas has had a long history of innovation and leadership in the world of audio mixing consoles. Employed by the most famous touring acts and installations worldwide, legendary Midas consoles such as the XL4 and Heritage H3000 quickly became industry standards. Klark Teknik is proud to incorporate Midas-designed input and output transformers for the ultimate in high-quality audio reproduction in both live and studio environments.

Incredible Flexibility

EQP-KT provides the kind of tone-sculpting flexibility that you simply won’t find on the average equalizer, such as the ability to boost and cut specific frequency content simultaneously. This functionality is a product of EQP-KT’s two-band design, which allows the boost and cut controls to work independently of one another, for incredibly flexible shelving.

Both the LF Boost/Cut and HF Boost controls provide 7 frequency selections, along with a variable broad-bandwidth midrange control. Finally, EQP-KT’s HF Cut control lets you dial in the perfect amount of air to add a touch of finesse to your top-end content.

Bypass Mode

The EQP-KT sports more than just an EQ path, it also includes Midas I/O transformers and a makeup gain amplifier. When you flip the onboard switch to Bypass, the only section that is removed from the signal path is the equalizer. This allows you to continue to get the benefits of the Midas transformers and makeup gain amp without touching frequencies.

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