Typically, mastering equalizers focus solely on the equalization process, but PSP MasterQ2 is more than just a mastering equalizer; the “Q” stands for “Quality”. We designed PSP MasterQ2 as a creative tool for mixing and mastering, or wherever its features and quality are required.
The PSP MasterQ2 can operate at sample rates from 44.1 kHz to 768 kHz. It offers seven different filters: 12, 24 and 36 dB/oct low- and high-pass filters; low-shelf and high-shelf filters that can be replaced with peaking filters; and low-mid, mid and high-mid peaking filters – all with adjustable frequency and Q over a wide range.
The EQ graph shows an overview of the EQ curve, as well as the individual characteristics of each filter. In addition to powerful filters, the PSP MasterQ2 also offers you a choice of limiting and soft clipping algorithms to help you shape the signal and prevent it from digitally peaking.
The PSP MasterQ2 uses amazingly accurate 80-bit floating point calculations in all filters to deal with any accumulation errors. It also ensures optimal filter performance even at the lowest frequencies with high gain and Q.
PSP MasterQ2 also uses our proprietary Frequency Authentication Algorithm. “FAT” is a double sampling method that ensures the filter works correctly at the highest frequencies. This mode uses high-order linear filters to prevent phase errors and linear errors in the audio passband caused by double sampling order. This method results in double sampling without any sample rate conversion artifacts.
We would love for you to try it out for yourself – it has to be heard to be believed! Use it as a precise surgical equalizer for mastering or a color processor for sound design and mixing. Once you try it, you will understand what a creative sound shaping tool PSP MasterQ2 can be.