Heritage Audio
Motorcity EQualizer
Best sound sculpting for critical mixing and mastering.
The Heritage Audio MotorCity EQualizer is a dual-channel graphic equalizer designed for professional audio applications. It offers precise control over the frequency spectrum with 30 bands per channel, allowing for detailed sound shaping. This analog unit features a bypass switch for easy comparison and is built for rack mounting, making it a versatile addition to any studio or live sound setup. Its robust construction and analog signal path ensure reliable performance and high-quality audio processing.
$1438.67
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
32
/ 306
#32 in Equalizers
Price vs Category Average
-48%
Below average
Who it's for
- Audio engineers seeking classic analog warmth and character for their mixes.
- Mix engineers prioritizing speed and musicality over surgical frequency adjustments.
- Professionals investing in durable, long-lasting studio equipment with a classic feel.
Who should skip it
- Mastering engineers requiring pinpoint accuracy for detailed frequency sculpting.
- Budget-conscious producers or hobbyists seeking affordable equalization solutions.
- Engineers needing continuous frequency control for highly customized sound design.
Performance breakdown
Harmonic Saturation
Inductive circuitry delivers that classic, thick Motown-era analog warmth.
Frequency Sculpting
Fixed-band design encourages decisive, musical choices rather than surgical correction.
Build Integrity
Heavy-duty steel chassis and premium components built for decades of use.
Workflow Efficiency
Intuitive layout makes dialing in character-rich tones incredibly fast.
Signal Transparency
Adds distinct vintage color even when the bands are set flat.
Gain Staging
Generous headroom allows for aggressive driving without unwanted digital clipping.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Motorcity EQualizer for its exceptional sonic character, often describing it as adding a desirable vintage warmth and musicality to tracks. Many highlight its ability to shape sound with a natural, pleasing quality, making it a go to tool for critical mixing and mastering tasks. Users frequently commend the robust build and premium components, reinforcing a perception of high end professional quality and long term reliability. The unit is seen as a significant investment that delivers tangible improvements to audio production workflows.
Know before you buy
The Motorcity EQualizer is based on the legendary custom-built console EQs from Motown’s recording studios. Unlike parametric EQs that offer precise frequency control, this unit uses fixed frequency bands designed for musicality and character, making it better for broad tonal shaping rather than surgical correction.
It features seven distinct frequency bands, each providing 8dB of boost or cut. These bands are specifically tuned to address the most important areas of the frequency spectrum for vocals, drums, and instruments.
It excels in both scenarios. Because of its unique, colorful circuit design, it is frequently used on the mix bus or individual tracks to add vintage weight and harmonic richness that digital plugins often struggle to replicate.
Yes, it is designed to be a character piece. The circuit utilizes high-quality transformers and custom inductors that impart a distinct, warm, and punchy vintage sound, even when the EQ bands are set to flat.
The Motorcity EQualizer is a single-channel unit. To process a stereo signal, you would need to pair two units together.
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