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WesAudio _PROMETHEUS 500 Series Passive Equalizer with Digital Recall

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WesAudio _PROMETHEUS 500 Series Passive Equalizer with Digital Recall
Key Features
  • Two-Channel, Pultec-Style Design
  • Digital Recall and Plug-In Control
  • Supports DAW and Analog Automation
  • Stereo, Dual Mono, and Mid-Side Modes
Merging the best of analog and digital worlds, the WesAudio _PROMETHEUS 500 series two-channel passive EQ offers classic Pultec-style equalization and the powerful luxury of digital total recall. On the analog side, it provides high headroom of +24 dBu and two-stage THD coloration for big tone that'll help you get pro impact in your tracks, mixes, and masters. Plus, there's true bypass and hardware A/B switching so you can easily compare dry versus EQ'd or two different configurations of settings.
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WesAudio PROMETHEUS Overview

Merging the best of analog and digital worlds, the WesAudio _PROMETHEUS 500 series two-channel passive EQ offers classic Pultec-style equalization and the powerful luxury of digital total recall. On the analog side, it provides high headroom of +24 dBu and two-stage THD coloration for big tone that'll help you get pro impact in your tracks, mixes, and masters. Plus, there's true bypass and hardware A/B switching so you can easily compare dry versus EQ'd or two different configurations of settings.

When it comes to the digital integration, _PROMETHEUS is high-tech with USB connectivity and plug-in control. It has six touch-sensitive encoders that not only adjust the settings of the analog circuitry, but also allow you to write real-time automation from _PROMETHEUS to your DAW. Alternatively, you can draw automation in the DAW and _PROMETHEUS will react accordingly. Whether you use it in stereo, dual mono, or mid-side, _PROMETHEUS offers a low band with separate boost and cut controls, a bandwidth-adjustable high boost, and a high cut with its own frequency selections.

New Implementation of a Legend
WesAudio's _PROMETHEUS implements warm Pultec-style passive equalization into a 500 Series module and brings with it one of the most demanded features in the audio industry—digital recall.
Passive EQ
For the low-frequency section, _PROMETHEUS provides frequency selections at 20, 30, 60, 100, 120, and 250 Hz, plus separate boost and cut controls. The high band features bandwidth-adjustable boost at 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 10, 12, or 16 kHz and adjustable cut at 4, 8, 12, or 20 kHz. Additionally, there is a post-EQ output control for level matching and more flexibility.
Two Channels, Multiple Modes
_PROMETHEUS can work in three different modes (stereo, dual mono, and mid-side), which makes it the perfect solution for multiple applications from tracking to mixing to mastering.
500 Series Compatible
Regardless its extensions, _PROMETHEUS is fully compatible with the 500 series standard. Digital features can be enabled through the mini-USB socket on the front panel.
ng500 Series
Each WesAudio device in ng500 (Next Generation 500 series) product line is equipped with a special connector. This connector is an extension to the 500 series, and allows your device to be managed/recalled through specialized GCon protocol (e.g. _TITAN 500 series 10-slot frame). This extension is compatible with the 500 series standardized plug type; however, some manufacturers apply enormous screws to the plug itself, which prevent the device from fitting in. Based on official research, more than 90% of available 500 series racks will fit just fine. Currently known exceptions include:

  • Rupert Neve Designs 500 series Racks (R6 & R10)
  • Aphex 500 series rack
  • Some older BAE racks (not produced anymore)
  • Midas L6 (module won’t fit to the very end on slots 3 and 6)
  • Midas L10 (module won’t fit to the very end on slots 4 and 8)
Hardware A/B
Even using _PROMETHEUS as a pure analog signal processor, you can easily switch between two parallel settings with the magic of simple A/B buttons.
THD
THD stands for "total harmonic distortion" and it allows you to saturate your signal with beautiful analog color with two different intensity levels. Choose "Mid" for 1% THD or "High" for 2.5% THD.
Total Recall and Plug-In Control
Along with classic analog EQ, you receive one of the most demanded features in the audio industry—total recall. Plus, full plug-in control (VST2, VST3, AU, AAX, and AAX DSP) makes _PROMETHEUS compatible with most, if not all, major DAWs. This total integration with your beloved DAW will change your workflow forever. Use the stereo plug-in on one track to manage all three modes of operation for _PROMETHEUS, or use two mono plug-ins on different tracks to manage each channel separately.
Analog Automation
It's very common to want different device settings based on song sections. Now it is possible; just draw automation lines in your DAW and the _PROMETHEUS analog device will follow. And remember, you can use the six touch-sensitive encoders to record automation to your DAW.
Additional Features
  • Fully digitally controlled analog circuit
  • Two channels, operable in stereo, dual mono, or mid-side
  • +24 dBu of headroom
  • Digital recall can be achieved by connecting directly through the mini-USB socket on the front panel, or using it inside a _TITAN chassis
  • Dedicated stereo plug-in to manage all modes of operation
  • Six touch-sensitive encoders, perfect for recording automation of all parameters to your DAW in real time
  • True bypass
  • Input and output metering with clip detection
  • Free software and firmware upgrades

WesAudio PROMETHEUS Specs

Function
Equalizer
Number of Channels
2 (Stereo, Dual Mono, or Mid-Side)
Inputs
2 x Balanced Line Inputs via 500 Series Multipin Connector
Outputs
2 x Balanced Line Outputs via 500 Series Multipin Connector
USB
1 x Mini-USB Port (Front Panel)
Plug-In Formats
VST2, VST3, AU, AAX, and AAX DSP
Input Impedance
10 Kilohms
Output Impedance
<100 Ohms
Filters
Low-Frequency Boost/Cut: 20, 30, 60, 100, 120, or 250 Hz
High-Frequency Boost: 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 10, 12, or 16 kHz
High-Frequency Cut: 4, 8, 12, or 20 kHz
Output Level Adjustment Range
±15 dB
Frequency Response
10 Hz to 150 kHz (-2 dB)
Maximum Signal Level
+24 dBu
THD
Mid Switch: 1%
High Switch: 2.5%
THD + N
<0.01% (1 kHz, 0 dBu)
Crosstalk
< -100 dB
Power Consumption
70 mA per Rail
Dimensions
3.0 x 5.2 x 6.2" / 7.6 x 13.3 x 15.8 cm
Weight
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.135 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
9.35 x 6.4 x 4.15"

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