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14-day money back guarantee included if product is not activated
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If you decide you don't want your order, you can return it within 14 days of receiving it. Provided your product hasn't been activated in that time, you can exchange it for a different product, or get a refund.
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This does not affect your statutory rights.
For more information, please refer to our Returns and Refunds Information.
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
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This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
Key Features
The MAAT SantaCruzEQ6 is a revolutionary EQ plug-in which utilises six band bands with multiple filter architectures. Delivering the nuanced character of analog EQs alongside the precision and adaptability of digital processing, this advanced equalizer achieves a remarkable dynamic range and sonic purity by employing proprietary upsampling and filter algorithms, setting a new standard for audio quality. It is crafted to minimize CPU load while maximizing user productivity, featuring six meticulously designed EQ sections that cater to a wide array of mixing and mastering tasks.
By integrating reference-quality upsampling technology, SantaCruzEQ6 ensures superior fidelity, automatically enhancing audio quality for baseband sample rates of 44.1 or 48 kHz. This unique approach, coupled with a selection of precision EQ models based on both historic analog designs and innovative digital techniques, offers users an unparalleled level of control and sonic excellence. Whether refining detailed mixes or mastering expansive projects, SantaCruzEQ6 provides the clarity, warmth, and flexibility required to elevate your audio to professional standards.
Product Ref: 296550
What elevates MAAT SantaCruzEQ6 above the myriad of equalizers in the digital domain? It's the meticulous marriage of analog soul with digital precision, a quest embarked upon after feedback from users of Algorithmix's iconic LinearPhase PEQ Red and Orange. Dr. Christoph's deep dive into the best analog EQ practices has birthed a tool that offers not just a nod to traditional minimal phase EQs but a comprehensive re-imagination. The outcome is a spectrum of twelve "blue" variations, each echoing the best of analog EQ design while introducing fresh, innovative approaches. With SantaCruzEQ6, users gain access to a refined palette for shaping sounds with unprecedented purity and transparency.
The journey of SantaCruzEQ6 from concept to reality involved reverse engineering the crème de la crème of hardware EQs, and then some. This wasn't about mere replication; it was about redefining what digital could achieve by sidestepping the inherent flaws of analog—noise, distortion, and unwanted artefacts. SantaCruzEQ6 encapsulates a full spectrum of classic EQ architectures, alongside groundbreaking digital innovations. It's a treasure trove of equalization possibilities, providing everything from vintage vibes to cutting-edge tonal shaping, all without the analog baggage.
Since its inception by Massenburg in 1972, the parametric equalizer has become a staple in audio production, revered for its versatility and control. SantaCruzEQ6 takes this legacy forward by offering an EQ that's both powerful and intuitive. It's designed to be the audio engineer's best friend, enabling surgical precision without sacrificing musicality. This tool embodies the principle that with great power comes great responsibility, ensuring that users can sculpt their sound with confidence, supported by decades of EQ evolution and innovation.
MAAT SantaCruzEQ6 is not just another EQ. It represents a paradigm shift in audio processing, where fidelity, workflow enhancement, and user experience are paramount. This equalizer is a testament to MAAT's philosophy of combining rigorous scientific research with extensive listening tests and user feedback. It offers an ergonomic interface designed to reduce visual fatigue and streamline the creative process. Additionally, SantaCruzEQ6 introduces users to exclusive filtering techniques, such as its unique approach to emulating feed-forward/feed-back architectures and implementing "ideal" constant-Q filters. These features, impossible to achieve in the analog realm, highlight the EQ's innovative edge. With SantaCruzEQ6, professionals and enthusiasts alike can explore new sonic territories, armed with an unparalleled suite of tools for audio excellence.
The SantaCruzEQ6 doesn't just stop at redefining EQ standards; it pushes the boundaries of what's possible in sound shaping. Beyond its array of bell and shelving filters, it introduces a filter library of unparalleled depth and versatility. From the intuitive design of its shelving filters, which offer a more natural transition characteristic, to the emulation of vintage parallel equalizers that provide a distinct sonic footprint, SantaCruzEQ6 invites users to explore a vast landscape of sound. Each of the twelve equalizer architectures brings its unique flavour, complemented by first and second-order cuts for achieving precise, resonant filter responses. Whether crafting steep "brickwall" slopes or subtle tonal adjustments, SantaCruzEQ6 empowers users to achieve their creative vision with unmatched clarity and depth.
