SantaCruzEQ offers a powerful and flexible equalizer experience inspired by high-end analog architectures, designed for mixing and mastering engineers seeking pristine sound quality. It is a streamlined version of the acclaimed thEQblue, delivering the same exceptional sonic performance in a lightweight and affordable package. This collection features twelve minimum phase equalizer architectures, meticulously crafted by reverse engineering renowned hardware EQs to create idealized digital versions free from noise, distortion, or unwanted analog artifacts.

Built for precision and clarity, SantaCruzEQ operates at up to 384 kHz sampling rates, making it suitable for high-resolution audio and game production workflows. Its internal 80-bit floating-point processing ensures ultra-low distortion and high fidelity, while the flexible filter sections provide a wide range of parametric, shelving, and cut filter types. Users can easily adjust parameters such as frequency, gain, and Q factor via numerical input or direct graphical interaction, enabling musical and accurate sound shaping. Additional features like a built-in tone generator, automatic gain compensation, and true peak metering streamline the workflow and enhance usability.

SantaCruzEQ’s interface includes resizable frequency response displays, band grouping for simultaneous adjustments, and section solo and flip functions for efficient problem frequency management. Its compatibility with modern DAWs ensures automatic latency compensation and seamless preset sharing across multiple instances. Designed to offer high resolution and transparency without the limitations of traditional analog emulation, SantaCruzEQ is an essential tool for professionals seeking detailed equalization with clean, noise-free results.