BAE B15
A 500 Series parametric equalizer module with all-discrete circuitry and transformer-balanced I/O
Overview
The BAE B15 is a 500 Series EQ module built by BAE Audio for professional processing in modular rack systems. It's a 3-band parametric equalizer with five selectable frequencies per band. The circuit is discrete, and the transformers are Jensen. BAE aimed it at tracking and mixing work.
Specifications
| Format | 500 Series module |
| EQ type | Parametric |
| Number of bands | 3-band EQ |
| Frequencies per band | 5 selectable frequencies per band |
| Circuit type | All-discrete design |
| Circuit type | Gyrator circuit |
| Input/Output | Jensen transformer-balanced inputs and outputs |
| Op-amps | Uses Avedis 1122 op-amps |
| Modes | Switchable peaking/... |
| Performance | Low noise, high headroom |
Design
The BAE B15 uses Jensen transformer-balanced inputs and outputs along with Avedis 1122 op-amps. The EQ section is a discrete gyrator-based circuit.
Context
The BAE B15 has been used in professional settings for hardware comparison testing. That includes side-by-side evaluations against other high-end EQs, such as a Klark Teknik Pultec clone.
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