🎚️ Pulsar Audio – W495 EQ (Windows)

Experience the legendary tone of the Neumann W495, faithfully recreated by Pulsar Audio. Famous as the mastering standard on over 90% of vinyl records from the 1970s to the 1990s, the W495 EQ is loved for its smooth musical curves, analog warmth, and effortless clarity. Now in plugin form, it’s the perfect tool for producers, composers, and mastering engineers who want timeless sound with modern precision.

🎶 Musical, Versatile & Easy to Use

With its three simple yet powerful EQ bands – Low, Mid, and High – the Pulsar W495 EQ makes shaping your mix fast and intuitive.

🎵 High Shelf – Add clarity and sparkle without harshness
🎵 Low Shelf – Boost weight and punch without muddiness
🎵 Mid Band – Enhance energy and presence where it matters most

Whether on vocals, drums, synths, or the full mix bus, this EQ instantly adds depth, polish, and character.

⚡ Modern Features Meet Vintage Warmth

Pulsar Audio has taken the classic analog W495 EQ and enhanced it with modern studio features for today’s workflows:

✔️ On-screen curve editor & spectrum analyzer 🎛️
✔️ Mid/Side processing per band for surgical control 🎧
✔️ Auto-Gain compensation for consistent levels 🔊
✔️ Oversampling & tilt filter for natural tonal balance 🎶
✔️ Comprehensive metering (RMS, Peak, Peak Hold) 📊
✔️ Pro presets from top engineers for instant inspiration 🎵

🥁 Perfect Across All Sources

The Pulsar W495 EQ adapts beautifully to any source material:

🚀 Mastering – Broaden the stereo field & add depth without harshness
🎹 Synths – Control frequency build-up for balanced textures
🥁 Drums – Add punch to kicks & shimmer to cymbals
🎤 Vocals & Instruments – Enhance presence while keeping it natural

🚀 Why Choose Pulsar Audio?

Pulsar Audio is trusted worldwide for faithful hardware emulations and cutting-edge digital tools. With the W495 EQ, they’ve combined vintage analog soul with modern workflow power, giving you an EQ that’s both musical and precise.