The latest from Psycho Circuitry, is a much-anticipated release of the free PCEQ5, a five-band analogue-inspired EQ, alongside its premium counterpart, the PCEQ5+.
Both versions are compatible with Windows and macOS, with a special introductory offer on the PCEQ5+ priced at just $8 until May 19, 2024, down from its original $49.
Mac users will find a smoother installation process as Psycho Circuitry’s plugins are now officially notarized by Apple.
While the free PCEQ5 shares the same technological prowess as its sibling, the PCEQ5+ boasts a fuller feature set.
The PCEQ5+ offers a robust array of filters including high and low shelves, three bell filters, all switchable between active and passive-inspired shapes. Adjustments for Q, frequency, and gain are at your fingertips, along with high pass and low pass filters featuring multiple selections.
Moreover, the PCEQ5+ provides nuanced controls like per-band stereo separation, per-band feedback loop distortion send, and a feedback distortion section for simulating active EQ nonlinearities.
The plugin’s output stage offers a choice between tube and solid-state models, accompanied by drive and blend controls. Additional perks include auto gain with customizable adjustments, oversampling options up to x16, and flexible stereo or mono operation.
While the free PCEQ5 mirrors many of these features, it omits certain advanced functionalities like per-band stereo separation and feedback loop options. It also offers a more limited selection of HPF/LPF choices.
Downloading the PCEQ5 is a one-click process from the product page, where you’ll find both Mac and Windows versions available in the Zip file along with a readme text. And that’s all, no personal information is needed for the free version.
For those eager to unlock the full potential of the PCEQ5+, simply provide an email address and proceed to payment.
To help users get acquainted, Psycho Circuitry has included a comprehensive YouTube demo on the product page showcasing all the features and providing an A/B comparison for a real sense of the plugin’s capabilities.
Whether you opt for the free version or upgrade to the premium PCEQ5+, both are compatible with Windows 10/11 (64-bit only) and MacOS BigSur+.
Download: PCEQ5 (FREE / PCEQ+ – Only at $8 until May 19th)
