Black Box Analog Design HG-Q

The Black Box Analog Design HG-Q redefines the boundaries of analog equalization and sonic enhancement, offering more than just an EQ"it's a revolutionary tool for shaping, saturating, and enhancing audio with unmatched creative potential. Housed in a robust 3U chassis, this boutique hardware merges true analog circuitry with digital convenience, providing seamless control through its integrated plugin. The HG-Q's innovative design combines six fully independent bands per channel, dynamic phase interactions, and tube-driven saturation to deliver unparalleled harmonic richness and tonal depth. Whether you're sculpting frequencies, adding density, or crafting unique sonic textures, the HG-Q elevates audio processing to an entirely new level.

At its core, the HG-Q features a unique topology that encourages complex band interactions, resulting in dynamic phase relationships and harmonic synergy. The integrated tube saturation enriches your audio with warmth and detail, while solid-state precision ensures clarity and accuracy for surgical cuts. Creative workflows are further enhanced by flexible operation modes"stereo, mid-side, dual mono, or mono"opening up new possibilities for stereo imaging and mix balance. The 2X mode doubles the boost and cut range, intensifying saturation and delivering bold tonal reshaping. With seamless hardware-plugin integration, the HG-Q offers hybrid workflows for modern studios, including advanced visualization tools exclusive to the plugin. The HG-Q isn't just a tool"it's an inspiration for creativity, transforming the way you think about EQ and audio enhancement.

• Six Independent Bands per channel: Each band provides separate boost and cut circuits with independent gain, Q, and frequency selection controls, allowing for flexible and musical interactions.

• Dynamic Phase Interactions: The unique analog topology creates complex phase interactions between bands, enhancing the harmonic relationship of frequencies in a mix. This approach allows for unique types of enhancements to bring out the best in sources.

• Tube Saturation: Integrated tube saturation stages within the boost circuits deliver harmonic richness, density and analog character, adding depth and dimension to any audio material.

• Solid-State Precision:

Solid-state cut filters guarantee clarity and precision when removing problematic frequencies or when compensating for boosts.

• 2X Mode: Engage 2X mode to double the control range of both boosts and cuts, enabling dramatic tonal reshaping with intensified harmonic saturation.

• Flexible Operation Modes: Seamlessly switch between stereo, mid-side (M/S), dual mono, and mono modes to adapt to any workflow or creative requirement. M/S processing opens up new dimensions for stereo imaging and control.

• Analog Craftsmanship: Encased in a 3U rack-mount chassis, the HG-Q combines reliability and modern design with classic analog aesthetics. Each unit is built to exacting standards, ensuring durability and performance in demanding studio environments.

• Interactive Control: With series and parallel configurations available, the HG-Q offers nuanced and dramatic ways to sculpt your sound, opening up endless possibilities for tonal experimentation and reshaping of sounds and mixes.

• Comprehensive Visual Feedback: Intuitive LED indicators and responsive displays provide immediate, actionable insights, streamlining the creative process while maintaining precision.

• Hybrid Integration: Seamless communication between hardware and plugin opens up entirely new possibilities and hybrid workflows.