Waves Puigtec EQs

What Waves PuigTec EQs Is For

Waves PuigTec EQs is a set of equalization plugins designed to sculpt sound with a "musical" rather than surgical approach. It is used to enhance punchy bass without muddiness, open up the highs with a silky finish, and enrich the mids to add presence and texture. It is a preferred choice in music production, mixing, and mastering when seeking an analog signature, a sense of depth, and a natural tonal balance on sources like vocals, bass, snare drum, guitar buses, or the master.

Main Features

Faithful modeling of two studio references

The bundle combines two passive equalizers that have become standards: the EQP-1A for working the low and high end of the spectrum (bass and treble) and the MEQ-5 for shaping the midrange with remarkable finesse. The goal is to replicate the behavior of passive equalization: broad corrections, a sensation of "smoothness," and an immediately musical result, perfect for adding character without hardening the signal.

EQP-1A: fat bass and silky highs, without harshness

The EQP-1A is designed to thicken bass, emphasize kick drum impact, or add air to vocals and overheads. It offers high-frequency cut points, as well as separate boost and attenuation controls for bass and treble. You can also adjust the bandwidth to switch from a wider, subtler curve to a more pronounced effect, all while maintaining a gentle correction approach.

The "Pultec Trick": more bass, cleaner sound

The most famous feature of the EQP-1A is the ability to boost and cut simultaneously the same frequency range. This interaction creates a kind of resonant shelf that can make the low end tighter, deeper, and more defined. It's a powerful technique on bass, kick drum, drum bus, or even on a full mix when you want to reinforce the foundation without adding weight.

MEQ-5: texture and presence in the mids

The MEQ-5 is the ideal tool to add dimension where the ear is most sensitive: the midrange. It offers three bands (low-mid, dip, high-mid) to enrich vocals, add body to an acoustic guitar, clarify a piano, or bring out a synth without harshness. The result is often more "3D" and expressive, with a presence that remains elegant.

Technical specifications

Type

Full software

Downloadable

Yes

Mac	macOS Catalina 10.15, Big Sur 11, Monterey 12, Ventura 13, Sonoma 14	Mac CPU	Intel or Silicon Architecture
Windows	Windows 10 64-bit and Windows 11	Windows CPU	X64 compatible Intel or AMD CPU
Memory	8 GB	Included plugins	EQP-1A (bass/treble) and MEQ-5 (midrange)
Disk Space	16 GB