TDR VOS SlickEQ review

Checked September 2026

Tokyo Dawn Records

TDR VOS SlickEQ review

EQMasteringFree version

Free mixing/mastering EQ with four vintage-modeled EQ character options. Best for musical EQ shaping with vintage analog character. Price: Free.

Key features

3 semi-parametric bands plus 18dB/oct high-pass filter
American, British, German, Soviet EQ voicing models
Five-stage output saturation
Auto gain with loudness compensation
Stereo and mid/side processing modes

Pros

Multiple EQ character models give tonal variety from one free plugin.
Auto gain compensation keeps A/B comparisons level-matched.

Cons

Free version excludes extra features found in the paid Gentleman's Edition.
Requires OpenGL support for the UI.

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