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Key Features
- Studio-quality inductive EQ
- Classic Pultec-inspired circuitry
- Adds warmth and subtle saturation
- Optimised for bass and guitar
Origin Effects EQ Deluxe Studio Equaliser & Drive Overview
The Origin Effects EQ Deluxe Studio Equaliser & Drive brings the unmistakable sound of a legendary studio processor to your pedalboard. Inspired by the iconic 1950s Pultec EQP-1a, it combines an all-analogue three-band inductive EQ with rich, musical tone shaping and subtle harmonic enhancement. Optimised for guitar and bass, the EQ Deluxe delivers the smooth, natural EQ curves that made the original a studio favourite. It offers intuitive controls and exceptional sonic quality that elevate every part of your signal chain.
Beyond its highly musical equalisation, the EQ Deluxe features a push-pull drive circuit that recreates the gentle saturation associated with classic studio valve equipment, adding warmth, depth, and character. Its high-headroom design makes it equally at home in traditional pedalboards, professional recording rigs, audio interfaces, and more, while premium components ensure outstanding reliability and signal integrity. Designed and built in England, the EQ Deluxe is a versatile studio-grade equaliser that delivers refined tone shaping and inspiring analogue character.
Product Ref: 385215
Full Description
View Full DescriptionLegendary studio-inspired equalisation
The EQ Deluxe takes its inspiration from the renowned Pultec EQP-1a, one of the most celebrated equalisers ever produced. Its all-analogue inductive EQ circuitry recreates the smooth, musical response that has made the original a fixture in professional recording studios for decades. Rather than dramatically reshaping your tone, it enhances what is already there, making instruments sound fuller, clearer, and more balanced. Carefully selected frequency centres ensure the pedal works beautifully with both guitar and bass, providing precise tonal refinement while preserving the natural character of your instrument and amplifier.
Authentic analogue warmth and drive
Alongside its exceptional equalisation, the EQ Deluxe incorporates a push-pull drive circuit that adds subtle studio-style saturation inspired by classic valve equipment. The result is a richer, more harmonically complex sound with enhanced warmth, depth, and presence. Rather than functioning as a conventional overdrive, this circuit gently enriches your signal, helping notes feel more dynamic and responsive under your fingers. It is equally effective as an always-on tonal enhancer or as the finishing touch that helps your instrument sit perfectly within a live mix or studio recording.
Designed for modern rigs
While rooted in classic studio technology, the EQ Deluxe has been engineered to integrate seamlessly into modern setups. Its high-headroom design allows it to work confidently with pedalboards, audio interfaces, mixing consoles, and professional recording equipment without compromising clarity or introducing unwanted distortion. High-quality buffered bypass preserves signal strength across long cable runs, while premium components throughout ensure exceptionally low noise, reliable operation, and consistent performance whether you're on stage, recording in the studio, or practising at home.
Premium Origin Effects construction
Designed and built in England, the EQ Deluxe reflects Origin Effects' reputation for uncompromising engineering and meticulous build quality. Every component has been selected to deliver long-term reliability alongside exceptional sonic performance, while the robust enclosure is built to withstand regular touring and studio use. Compact enough for most pedalboards yet powerful enough to become the centrepiece of your tone-shaping setup, it offers professional-grade sound, outstanding analogue character, and remarkable versatility for players who demand studio-quality performance from every pedal in their rig.
Specifications
- Product Name: Origin Effects EQ Deluxe Studio Equaliser & Drive
- Product Code: OEX-0077-00
General
- Effect Type: Studio equaliser and drive
- EQ Design: Three-band all-analogue inductive EQ
- Circuit Inspiration: Pultec EQP-1a
- Optimised For: Guitar and bass
- Drive Circuit: Push-pull studio-style saturation
- Bypass: High-quality buffered bypass
- Headroom: Suitable for pedalboards, audio interfaces and mixing consoles
- Country of Manufacture: England
Dimensions & Weight
- Height: 90 mm
- Width: 108 mm
- Depth: 135 mm
- Weight: 740 g
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