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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Sources: www.tokyodawn.net