Maag Audio EQ2 500 Series Quick start guide

EQ2® 2 Band Equalizer w/AIR BAND® (500 Series)
The Maag Audio EQ2® (500 Series) is a no compromise one channel 2 band equalizer with AIR BAND®, Low Mid
Frequency (LMF) bell boost from SUB to 1.4 kHz, and an INPUT ATTN to control down to –12 dB of attenuation. The
EQ2’s AIR BAND® is equipped with an additional sassy frequency selection @ 15 kHz, making the EQ2 hard to re-
sist in any situation. The LMF provides both tight or wide bell curve options to dial in the perfect amount of warmth on
the 2-bus. When it comes to tracking, the EQ2 will quickly become your favorite preamps’ “better half” by controlling
the input (INPUT ATTN) (great for correcting over driven mic preamp transformers) before eq’ing with the versatile
AIR BAND and LMF. The EQ2 is compatible with the API 500-6B lunchbox® and 500VPR rack systems and any oth-
er 500 Series spec rack.
Following its EQ4® predecessor, the EQ2 provides unparalleled transparency and top end presence with the same
high quality components found in the powerhouse 6 band EQ4. EQ adjustments are obtained with minimal phase
shift and detent controls allow for easy recallable settings, even on the INPUT ATTN.
AIR BAND®
Boost only shelf at 2.5 kHz, 5 kHz, 10 kHz,
15 kHz, 20 kHz, or 40 kHz. Frequencies
below the shelf peaks are also affected due
to the transitional slope.
AIR BAND IN/OUT
Engages and disengages the AIR BAND
INPUT ATTN
Input attenuator (0-12 dB)
LMF
Low Mid Frequency selector. Bell curve
boost at Sub, 40 Hz, 57 Hz, 65 Hz, 88 Hz,
150Hz, 220 Hz, 250 Hz, 400 Hz, 1 kHz, or
1.4 kHz.
AIR BAND GAIN
Gain control for the AIR BAND
+20 dB max gain
PEAK
Red LED starts to illuminate when the output
signal reaches 23 dBu
SIGNAL
Green LED indicates audio signal presence.
Illumination starts @ -20 dBu
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*Specification Value *Specification Value
Frequency Response -2dB points, 10Hz & 75kHz Headroom +25 dBu
Nominal Input Impedance (XLR) 48 K Ohms, balanced THD + Noise < 0.005%
Nominal Output Impedance (XLR) 50 Ohms, balanced
Specifications
*Specifications subject to change without notice.
Model: EQ2-500
LMF GAIN
Gain control for the LMF
+12 dB (tight bell) to +15 dB (wide bell)
LMF Bell Selection
Choose between tight (Red) or
broad (White) bell curves
LMF IN/OUT
Engages and disengages the LMF

EQ2® Operation Notes & Product Warranty
Operation Notes
Because of the Maag Audio EQ2’s unique design, phase shift is very minimal. This helps the user
maintain the integrity of the original sound and enhance the “Airy” frequencies, while tonally
shaping the sound from the top to the bottom. The lack of phase shift and the AIR BAND®
make the EQ2 great on anything that needs EQ shaping.
Product Warranty
Maag Audio expressly warrants its products for a period of one (1) year from the date of pur-
chase. Products will be free of manufacturing defects. Within the warranty period, a product will
be tested, repaired or replaced at the sole discretion of Maag Audio, free of charge. All warranty
service will be conducted through authorized Maag Audio dealers only. The end user is required
to provide proof of purchase (receipt or invoice) of the product. This warranty is offered solely
to the original purchaser of the product from an authorized Maag Audio dealer and is not trans-
ferable. This warranty does not include the shipping charges to and from the authorized Maag
Audio dealer from whom the product was purchased. Maag Audio will pay for shipping costs be-
tween the dealer and Maag Audio. All warranty service requires a Maag Audio issued RMA num-
ber. Please conduct warranty service communication with an authorized Maag Audio dealer.
Warranty Exclusions
The foregoing express warranty is made in lieu of all other product warranties, expressed and
implied, including merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose which are specifically dis-
claimed. The express warranty will not apply to defects or damage caused by post purchase
shipping and transportation, storage, careless handling, nor damage caused by misuse, hot
swapping, use in non–500 Series specification lunchbox, accidents, neglect, alterations, operator
error, or failure to properly maintain products.
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Model: EQ2-500