WesAudio
Prometheus
Best precision equalizer for professional audio mixing and mastering.
Experience a fully analog passive EQ with a warm, Pultec-style sound, enhanced by modern DAW integration for seamless recall. This 500 Series module offers exceptional +24dBu headroom and versatile operation modes including Stereo, Dual Mono, and Mid-Side. Shape your mixes with precision using post-EQ output control and add desirable analog color with the dedicated THD control. Compare settings effortlessly with the hardware A/B switch and enjoy true bypass for pristine signal integrity.
$1333.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
31
/ 321
#31 in Equalizers
Price vs Category Average
-52%
Below average
Frequency response
10150
/ Hz-kHz
Who it's for
- Studio engineers seeking classic analog tone with modern workflow efficiency
- Producers needing a flexible compressor for diverse musical applications
- Audio professionals requiring dependable, high-fidelity processing for critical tasks
Who should skip it
- Home studio owners without existing 500 series racks
- Budget-conscious musicians or hobbyists exploring hardware compression
- Engineers new to hybrid analog-digital studio setups
Performance breakdown
Sonic Character
Delivers that classic, sought-after Pultec warmth with authentic analog depth.
Workflow Integration
Digital recall makes analog hardware feel as convenient as a plugin.
Signal Headroom
The +24dBu ceiling handles hot signals without unwanted digital clipping.
Operational Versatility
Mid-Side and Dual Mono modes provide professional flexibility for complex mixes.
Harmonic Saturation
Dedicated THD control adds tasteful, musical grit to sterile digital tracks.
Precision Control
Hardware A/B switching allows for instant, reliable comparison of EQ settings.
Key Specs
Frequency response
10Hz-150kHz
THD+N < 0.01%
Input impedance
10kohm
Output impedance
< 100ohm
Max signal level
+24dBu
Crosstalk
< -100dB
Power consumption
70mA per rail
Dimensions
76x133x158mm
Know before you buy
Yes, it is designed as a passive EQ that captures the classic Pultec-style sound. It delivers that signature musical warmth and smooth frequency shaping while adding modern flexibility.
The unit connects to your computer via USB, allowing you to save and recall your EQ settings directly within your DAW. This eliminates the need to manually document knob positions, making it ideal for hybrid mixing workflows.
Absolutely. The Prometheus supports Stereo, Dual Mono, and Mid-Side operation modes, giving you precise control over your stereo image and individual channel processing.
The THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) control allows you to dial in varying levels of analog saturation. It adds harmonic richness and color to your signal, helping to glue your mix together or add character to sterile digital tracks.
Yes, the Prometheus features a high headroom of +24dBu. This ensures it can handle professional line-level signals cleanly without unwanted clipping or distortion.
Yes, the hardware A/B switch allows you to toggle between two different sets of EQ parameters directly on the unit. This makes it easy to audition changes in real-time without needing to bypass the entire processor.
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