Bettermaker Passive Equalizer

Plugin Manual
 Introduction

We are happy to introduce our Passive Equalizer. Passive equalizers are renowned for their ability
to impart a round, warm bottom end and an airy high-frequency range. For more control we have
widened range of hi boost frequency. Using the possibilities provided by digital technology, we
have achieved smooth frequency control that is impossible to achieve in the analog domain. If that
wasn't enough, we've also added the ability to separately control lo boost and lo cut frequencies.
Our plugin also features a mastering-grade high-pass and low pass filters, perfect for sculpting your
low and high end with precision.

But we haven't stopped there. We have added an extensive spectrum analyzer. By setting your
favorite settings, everyone can personalize them to their preferences. Additionally, on the
spectrum chart we have included correction curves with handles that allow you to set the equalizer
by dragging them. Get ready to experience the perfect fusion of tradition and innovation, as we
invite you to explore the boundless possibilities of our equalizer.
 Front Panel - passive section

Engage Hi Cut
Engages the VSPE. When it is off the passive section, gain and Attenuate on selected frequency. You can set frequency
THD is in bypass. smoothly between 5kHz and 20kHz.

Lo Boost and Cut

Simultaneously boost (LO BOOST) and attenuate (LO CUT) low
Gain
band within the same shelving band to create a complex ±8dB output gain. Output means here that it is before VALVE,
curve. You can apply up to 14dB of boost and/or cut. You can so it does take effect on saturated harmonics.
set low frequency smoothly between 20Hz and 100Hz.
Valve and Makeup
Lo Frequency Link
In real device EQ lo freq are constantly linked for both boost Flat/Heat switch. When HEAT is enabled internal gain stage
and cut knob. But here you can unlink them. drives vacuum tube simulation harder to add saturation and
color to the sound.
Hi Boost Curve Valve FLAT and HEAT introduce a slight reduction in gain,
Also called Band Width (BW). Affects how much boost is which can be adjusted using the Makeup gain slider. Values
applied (Broader = reduced boost) are expressed in decibels.

Hi Boost
Boost centered on selected frequency. You can set frequency
smoothly between 500Hz and 28kHz.
Front Panel – meter and output filter

Level Meters Output Filter HPF

Input/Output level meters. Click on label to change. Adjust high pass filter frequency from 20Hz to 500Hz.
Using slope selector you can set 12 or 24 dB per octave.
When set to off the HPF is bypassed.

Output Filter LPF

Adjust low pass filter frequency from 1kHz to 20kHz.
Using slope selector you can set 12 or 24 dB per octave.
When set to off the LPF is bypassed.
 Analyzer panel and settings

Slope
Adjusts the slope of the spectrum analyzer display around
1kHz. Higher frequencies tend to have weaker power
compared to lower frequencies. This slider allows you to
compensate for this difference. The parameter value is
expressed in dB per octave.

Power Zoom
Opens the analyzer and chart panel. Adjusts the analyzer's gain range in dB.

Resolution Sidechain/Input/Output and Max/Left/Right/Mid/Side

Changes the resolution of analyzer frequencies. Higher Sets signals that will be shown by analyzer.
resolution increases CPU usage but displays lower frequencies
more precisely.
Panel size
You can choose small, medium or large height of the analyzer.
Speed
Changes the fall speed of the analyzer in the gain domain.
 Top toolbar
Audition
Opens menu. You can select free or step knob style, show or When enabled then adjusting EQ params automatically separates
hide hints and check plugin version. selected frequency to hear changes more distinguish.

Monitoring
Power button Mid, side, left or right monitoring switch.
It turns off the processor so that the signal passes through
unchanged. Mid/Side
By default stereo plugin operates on Left/Right channels. For better
stereo image control you can set it to operate on Mid/Side.
Preset name (and arrows)
Clicking on preset name opens preset menu. You can save Channel mode
and load presets to/from file and select used preset.
When channel link is active then on both channels are applied the
same settings. If channels are linked pressing L, R, M or S buttons
Undo / Redo (Arrows) automatically unlink them.
Offers 32 steps of parameter history.
FFT Sidechain
You can choose to show external side chained signal as analyser
Settings (A / B / C / D) input.
Settings allows you to switch between two totally different
settings instantly. This feature allows you to make quick Analyser
mixing or mastering decisions, by hearing the difference Press to open/close frequency analyser and EQ chart.
between four full settings without taking the time to manually
change all the knobs needed and potentially losing Analyser settings
perspective.
Press to open analyser settings panel.

Copy / Paste / Reset Double Panel

This functions allows you to copy and paste between settings Allows to open double panel to see both channels settings. If the
banks or reset parameters to default (float) values. button is inactive, it means the plugin is launched in mono mode.
 Bottom toolbar

PA Logo ? (Icon)
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Alliance website via your web browser, that´s if your product manual PDF, as well as other helpful links, e.g. to
computer is online. check for product updates online. You must have a PDF reader
installed on your computer to be able to read the manual.

License Type
The toolbar displays information about the type of license System Requirements & FAQ (Links)
you’re running: Trial licenses will be displayed along with the
number of days until expiration; there is no note for full
licenses as these are unlimited. For latest System Requirements & Supported Platforms
https://www.plugin-alliance.com/en/system-requirements.html
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the respective product page in the Plugin Alliance store. This
is where you can easily purchase a product without having to Installation, Activation, Authorisation and FAQ´s
look it up on our website. https://www.plugin-alliance.com/en/support.html

Key (Icon)
Clicking on the key icon brings up the activation dialog,
allowing you to manually reauthorize a device in the event of
a license upgrade or addition. You can also use this feature to
activate additional computers or USB ash drives.