Elysia Xfilter 500

xfilter 500 is a Class-A analog stereo equalizer in 500 Series format, designed for demanding sound engineers. It is designed for mixing, recording and mastering, when precision and musicality are paramount. Compact yet high-end, it provides openness, punch and control without ever hardening the signal. An obvious choice for the serious studio, even in small spaces.

Features

Ultra-precise Class-A stereo equalization

The xfilter 500 treats both channels with perfect symmetry. You can work on your balances with confidence, without stereo drift. Ideal for bus masters, stems or critical sockets.

Resonant high-pass and low-pass filters

Bass and treble bands can become resonant filters. You clean up the low end, control the high end or add character to the cutoff. Perfect for sitting bass or focusing a precise area of the spectrum.

Musical parametric midrange

Two midranges with switchable Q allow wide or targeted corrections. You can sculpt the sound quickly, without over-surgery. The result remains natural, fluid and effective.

LC passive high-frequency filter

A passive stage gently opens up the upper end of the spectrum. You gain air, brilliance and a feeling of depth, without aggressiveness. A simple knob is all it takes to sublimate the treble.

Reliable recall and perfect coherence

Individually selected, notched potentiometers guarantee precise, reproducible settings. You can recall your sessions without approximation, a real advantage in mixing and mastering.

What we like / What we need to know

• Open, punchy and highly musical analog sound.
• True stereo equalizer, ideal for bus and master.
• Unique LC passive filter for high frequencies.
• Fast, efficient adjustments.
• 500 Series format: requires compatible chassis.

FAQ

Who is the xfilter 500 designed for?

Intermediate and advanced sound engineers looking for a musical analog equalizer for mixing and mastering.

Can it replace a digital equalizer?

It is the perfect complement to a digital EQ. The xfilter 500 excels in analog modeling and musicality.

Is it suitable for mastering?

Yes, its stereo coherence, sorted components and soft filters make it an excellent mastering tool.

Is the passive filter always active?

No, it's switchable. You activate it only when you want to open up the top end of the spectrum.

What's your budget?

This is a premium investment, ideal for an advanced home studio or a compact professional studio.