The history of the Pultec EQ low end trick

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 4 ส.ค. 2024
  • Mixing low end is a bit of an art. There are many techniques to help you achieve the best possible results and the most famous of them has it's roots in the 50's. Lets take a look at the history and technique behind the Pultec EQ low end trick.
    Chapters:
    0:00 Intro
    0:23 The history of the Pultec EQP-1
    2:24 Practical examples of the Pultec Low end trick
    6:47 The Pultec in 2021
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  • @captaindapto6463
    @captaindapto6463 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Thank you for such a left-of-centre piece of gear history. Bravo.

  • @DJVasC
    @DJVasC 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Tanks for this video Jonas! I’m looking forward to the next video’s, as always.

  • @emiel333
    @emiel333 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I heard of this trick before but you explained it excellent especially with the audio examples. Love your channel more and more!

  • @dbcooper3916
    @dbcooper3916 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Underrated channel for sure

  • @samuelll3166
    @samuelll3166 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’m glad this was recommended :) brilliant content with no filler! Well done 👏🏼

    • @Estuera
      @Estuera  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks :)

  • @gelatinous6915
    @gelatinous6915 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Part of what creates this magical sound is the fact that this trick essentially overdrives both EQ stages. As you crank up the boost knob, the valves and transformers start pumping and instilling some nice saturation and nonlinear phase shifts that are characteristic of analog gear. As you add the attenuation knob, you start to reign back the output level of the low end while adding even more coloration as well as a nice low-mid scoop.

  • @notbugs
    @notbugs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I really enjoy your content. I like the fact that you keep it simple and don't go on with any side stories that are not relevant to the matter. Cheers from Sweden!

    • @Estuera
      @Estuera  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks ! :)

  • @jpnavarromusic
    @jpnavarromusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +263

    This is AWESOME. Just a bit of constructive feedback: when going back and forth between enganged/bypassed effect you could put text in the video instead of actually saying it out loud which I found a little bit distracting when trying to hear the differences. Anyway this is an extraordinary video and channel. Subscribed!

    • @Estuera
      @Estuera  3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      Thanks and fully agree with your feedback.

    • @Ignorezbeats2
      @Ignorezbeats2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      me too!

    • @ernieg
      @ernieg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      yea

    • @krewnixon3802
      @krewnixon3802 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Darius Aarav Yup, I've been using InstaFlixxer for years myself =)

    • @guscarmelo9216
      @guscarmelo9216 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Darius Aarav yea, have been using instaflixxer for months myself :)

  • @itsbouncethatlad7581
    @itsbouncethatlad7581 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Love all your videos. Keep it up

  • @lairdtomfrenchelectromusic2545
    @lairdtomfrenchelectromusic2545 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    J'ai hâte de voir la prochaine !
    This is also a subject that deserves to be addressed and you did it very well !!! I really like your retrospectives !
    Très bonne idée Jonas !!!

    • @Estuera
      @Estuera  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Merci :)
      There are quite a lot of videos showing the Pultec trick in a very practical way but I'm also always interested in what the story behind these techniques are. It goes back a long time but luckily I still could find quite a lot of information about it.

  • @manifestgtr
    @manifestgtr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Pultec is one of those “make it better” processors for certain things. I’ll never forget this one pop punk track I was mixing about ten years ago. It sounded good but just a *little* indistinct...I decided to throw up a pultec on the master bus for a laugh. It tied the whole thing together so beautifully. It was EXACTLY what it needed. From then on, whenever something sounds a little confusing in the low end/murky (individual track, bus, whatever), out comes the pultec.

    • @Estuera
      @Estuera  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I wonder how much of this is psychological... but yeah, it certainly never made something worse. And once you've used it you tend to go back to it just like you describe.

    • @manifestgtr
      @manifestgtr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Estuera
      Yeah definitely, there’s always a little confidence involved with some processors. Pro-Q, etc. could easily be massaged into doing a similar thing.

  • @untro7287
    @untro7287 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Keep doin these! Its great info to share and very concise!

  • @MeloonaticBeats
    @MeloonaticBeats 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is exactly what I needed for my mixes! Thank you!

  • @SevenUpHub
    @SevenUpHub 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a great video! I appreciate the time and effort that went into this. The use of a visual aid to help me understand exactly what is happening was very nice. I wish you would have done the same with the high end part of it but I suppose I'll be able to figure that out on my own. Cheers!

  • @wanggang3885
    @wanggang3885 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for being a good teacher. Very helpful and to the point. Subscribed.

  • @graememiller3897
    @graememiller3897 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Sweet. Great from start to finish. Fascinating and useful. Something about knowing a bit about the history reinforces the power while your working. And LOTR 👌

  • @virtual-adam
    @virtual-adam 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. Its all the subtle things like this that add up to the big things!

  • @saevik1
    @saevik1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great tip! I just checked this with Logic's Vintage Tube EQ and it totally transforms the sound 🙌🏼

  • @markellismusic
    @markellismusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video Jonas, thank you. Really informative and practical. Looking forward to more of the same!

  • @KingsDenStudios
    @KingsDenStudios 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love the history lessons bro, keep em comin! 😎😎

  • @LambertDriveStudios
    @LambertDriveStudios 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Super clear and concise breakdown! Great job ! I own the waves version puigteq model , it is definitely making a difference in my mix buss in a very pleasing way

  • @Johanthegnarler
    @Johanthegnarler 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This content is awesome! More of these videos please!

  • @Renaxelo
    @Renaxelo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I used to put the pultec EQ on vocal, now I'm more brave to put it on the kick and bass. thank you so much

    • @MrSpasticdancer
      @MrSpasticdancer 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      always a good idea to be bold an try new experiments with using different effects

  • @baiijoune
    @baiijoune 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very nice and informative! I really enjoyed this and am sure gonna remember this trick for next time💪

  • @aerotekmusic
    @aerotekmusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Having Jonas Steur himself share his knowledge on audio stuff is a real privilege. Thank you!!!

    • @Estuera
      @Estuera  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      My pleasure 😉

    • @aristotle_4532
      @aristotle_4532 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Estuera If you want to test frequency response with precision, there is a way. Create a new wave file a few seconds long and draw a single sample spike in the middle of it. Send it through the EQ and do an analysis on the file. You want room on both ends of the spike, because the EQ implementation may have a part in front of the spike. In a typical linear phase EQ for instance, the response will be symmetrical. You can also see the technical quality of implementation using this method if you know your DSP. If you crop silence in this file, you have the reponse of the EQ at the given settings, which you can also apply to audio using a convolution plugin that accepts measured responses. You can use the same method to test and emulate guitar and bass cabinet/mic combinations. You can also test your room for early reflections.

    • @substratec
      @substratec 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Absolutely agreed!

  • @Urk0000
    @Urk0000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Brilliant demonstration. Thanks! Was looking for something decent on this a couple of days ago.

  • @StanAllDay
    @StanAllDay 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Supper awesome. Keep up the great work!

  • @mynameisnobody99
    @mynameisnobody99 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've seen 2 of this guys videos so far when they pop up on my feed. Good stuff

    • @Estuera
      @Estuera  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks :)

  • @sonnybrasco9735
    @sonnybrasco9735 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I use this tool on every mix. Love it

  • @Unibabble
    @Unibabble 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey that was really good! That's something new I learned today. I've used Pultec plus-ins before and always get nice results, but now I know how it REALLY works, and can get even more out of it. Thanks so much!

    • @Estuera
      @Estuera  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      My pleasure :)

  • @maxuno8524
    @maxuno8524 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just tried it. It sounds amazing, thank you!

  • @realheadphonecandy
    @realheadphonecandy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of my favorite tricks. I use it regularly but thanks for the video history lesson!

  • @robertholsman
    @robertholsman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is great - thank you! Another trick added to my collection :)

  • @fletch3430
    @fletch3430 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    would love to see more of this kind of stuff!!

  • @VladoT
    @VladoT 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great idea for this kind of videos!

  • @kevinturvey8213
    @kevinturvey8213 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    very interesting and well presented - great job!

  • @jordanhamana1816
    @jordanhamana1816 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Please do more of these !

  • @ghfjfghjasdfasdf
    @ghfjfghjasdfasdf 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for sharing this neat trick.

  • @zedxxx9
    @zedxxx9 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow! Thanks. I have at least 2 Pultec EQ plugins, and until now have not really thought much of them... (silly me). I just tried your trick with a MODO bass and my Nomad Factory version of the Pultec, and it truly adds some sweet bottom end to the bass tone. I also tried applying the signal with nothing boosted or attenuated at all, and indeed the plugin does still add some character to the signal just as it is. I wouldn't have expected that from a plugin version, especially since it is more than 10 years old. Gonna be using this going forward for my bass sounds and will experiment with other signals too. Much appreciated!

    • @Estuera
      @Estuera  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      My pleasure :)

  • @lordaethelstan69
    @lordaethelstan69 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This was very eye opening and a great explanation, thank you for the fantastic video !

  • @olivercherrington5552
    @olivercherrington5552 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks man! real interesting, clearly explained and not too long/too short. same as JP Navarro said maybe just a bit more time without talking between some of the bypassed/inserted sections. good work!!

  • @nathanhyatt
    @nathanhyatt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent video! Thank you!

  • @KulshanStudios
    @KulshanStudios 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Just tried this on a remix we're working on, and sweet lorb, this + light use of an aphex aural exciter really sweetened the track. Passed on your video to a colleague of ours, and he tried it, and it's already improved his songs a lot too!
    Thanks for the tip here
    This changes the game

    • @Estuera
      @Estuera  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great to read it helped you out :)

  • @troutstudio
    @troutstudio 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Really good explanation. I just got a UAD and love the EQP1, but fairly clueless apart from presets. Great work. Subscribed.

  • @patrickleduc7712
    @patrickleduc7712 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the video! This was great. Subbed!

  • @balldip
    @balldip 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve been saving up so long for two eqp 1a3’s and I’ve finally had the opportunity to order them. I’m extremely pumped!! Thanks for the vid. Just wanted to share that somewhere hehe

    • @Estuera
      @Estuera  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hope you can make good use of them !

  • @netuno_music
    @netuno_music 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great explanation. Learned a lot. Thank you

  • @bocmanize
    @bocmanize 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this video! Very useful 👍

  • @davidjcooper9301
    @davidjcooper9301 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    love the history, thank you!!

  • @jimmygrant3151
    @jimmygrant3151 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I have to point out that this is great for the low end of a piano jab. difference is amazing.

  • @neytcev
    @neytcev 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks! Very interesting and useful!

  • @kernelpanique9361
    @kernelpanique9361 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Imma try it out right away. Thank you.

  • @AlayliDracula
    @AlayliDracula 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This was the best youtube recommendation ever. I love the concept. I hope you make other stuff with this exact structure.
    Instantly subbed and checking out your other stuff.

    • @Estuera
      @Estuera  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks ! :)

    • @levondarratt787
      @levondarratt787 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      ummthiso trick has been out for 20 years - everyone is doing it - if it is new to you , then you need to watch a lot more channels and other content...

    • @AlayliDracula
      @AlayliDracula 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@levondarratt787 This isn't about the trick. FYI I'm a kickass producer and i can handle my low end without 20 year-old "tricks".
      The cool thing here is the content and it's structure. He doesn't go like "Hi guys just get a pultec and do this trick and you're good to go don't forget to like and sub".
      He talks about wtf is a pultec(which i didn't know and functionally it didn't matter) why it got popular, why it's important, how people use it and what are some good emulations of it.
      And it's cool to learn these stuff in like 8 minutes. It's not a "need" it's just a pleasure. I would even pay for this instead of paying netflix.

    • @levondarratt787
      @levondarratt787 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AlayliDracula there is no way you are a kick-ass producer without ever having encountered a Pultec, or at least the plugin. It's everywhere. So for the typical hobby guy working in his own bedroom, never leaving his bedroom, and head nodding to his own beats - yes it was a great history lesson, and to that - well done and structured.

    • @AlayliDracula
      @AlayliDracula 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@levondarratt787 LOL. I love the internet.

  • @BrandonIsTention
    @BrandonIsTention 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I literally just put this on my kick & bass bus and it did wonders. wow. i’m using the waves version. thanks for the tip.

    • @cosmicfrequency5887
      @cosmicfrequency5887 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I just got the waves one free and am going to try this exact thing as soon as I can

  • @LouisBurgessComedy
    @LouisBurgessComedy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    definitely need more like this, great video man

    • @Estuera
      @Estuera  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks :)

  • @andreaoricci2422
    @andreaoricci2422 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks bro for sharing your knowledge

  • @WassupFred
    @WassupFred 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great Video my Friend!!!! Love it...

  • @ThisIsDownstate
    @ThisIsDownstate 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great video, thank you ! I have owned the uad plugin of it for some years now and have never really got the best out of it. I'm gonna give this ago tonight for sure. thanks

  • @pretend7076
    @pretend7076 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great content my man! greetings from brazil

  • @Firstinversion899
    @Firstinversion899 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great review

  • @stukedin
    @stukedin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic- much thanks

  • @jn683
    @jn683 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This simple video is amazing !! Thanks. Didnt really use the version of the EQP thta I currently have within Waves. I just went to it and used it on a kick on a new track and HOLY SH*T its awesome. My new favorite Waves plugin- PUIGTEC EQP1A !!!! Amazing !!!!!

  • @viewoftheaskew
    @viewoftheaskew 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    fantastic, thank you! Subscribed.

  • @weirdtyler4932
    @weirdtyler4932 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is a fun and unique way of explaining audio gear ♥️♥️

    • @Estuera
      @Estuera  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks ! :)

  • @johntammaro
    @johntammaro 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Indo enjoy learning about the history of music production and recording.thumbs up from me for episodes

  • @timdatailor8482
    @timdatailor8482 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video!

  • @williamtrahan4717
    @williamtrahan4717 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excellent informative tutorial. Very thorough and concise. Thanks for your effort. I know this is an older post but extremely useful nonetheless.

  • @timspencer1
    @timspencer1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent! Thanks - I didn't even know half of that!

  • @paolomotta900
    @paolomotta900 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, good job! Great explanation

  • @hannespi2886
    @hannespi2886 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, thanks man

  • @chriswareham
    @chriswareham 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Fascinating to see an explanation of how this effect is used. I've seen that Tube Tech plugin used by a producer on some of my recordings, but like a lot of production magic I had no idea what was going on!

  • @collegestatistics
    @collegestatistics 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for making this cool vid!

  • @2daypresents
    @2daypresents ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much for putting me on 🤯

  • @co.agmusic
    @co.agmusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brilliant video and very well explained

  • @keifx9721
    @keifx9721 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice demo thanks!

  • @KleeMusicAZ
    @KleeMusicAZ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks man. Great information.

  • @arilotringer
    @arilotringer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very cool video! thanks!

  • @cryptout
    @cryptout 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Finally someone shows how it's used on a 909 Kick! Thanks dude.

  • @savatomic2
    @savatomic2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Superb video!

  • @theMIDImaniac
    @theMIDImaniac 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You're an inspiration. Very good content and your voice is calming. We have both this super Dutch accent but your pronunciation is much better than mine.
    I like your preparation and your eye for detail. Well done!

    • @Estuera
      @Estuera  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks. And yes , can not hide the Dutch 😁
      And I'll be checking out some of your content later today. I see a lot of interesting videos :)

    • @theMIDImaniac
      @theMIDImaniac 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Estuera Don't hide it! It has it's coolness too. I've accepted it also.
      And an honour if you scroll through my vids.
      Have to pump up my game, though.
      I notice your preparation a lot, which makes a huge difference.
      Also, for my it's hobby and therefore less prepared. But I notice the difference in quality a lot.

    • @Estuera
      @Estuera  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Things that really help indeed are writing a script (or at least an outline) for the video and general preparation.
      I also do a lot of work when editing though. Sometimes it's a miracle how much of a consistent story can be made with proper editing. (It helps that I really love editing work off course, always having fun)

  • @rosanacaban
    @rosanacaban 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    super helpful, thank you!

  • @tiadiad
    @tiadiad 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Finally! A worthy video of the truth. Well made.
    If I may add something to what’s already been said, I’d add this. The valve stage, in the traditional models, comes after everything, including output.

    • @Estuera
      @Estuera  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the compliment and the extra info 👍

  • @HEARTBEATBRAZIL
    @HEARTBEATBRAZIL 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very cool trick! I never knew this measure would have a dampening effect on the midrange!! Thank you ;)

  • @95rocket
    @95rocket 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    good video straight to the point!

  • @persona83
    @persona83 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great info and tips.

  • @minttrax
    @minttrax 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    very cool this,,,, great video fella

  • @MichaelDaviesMusic
    @MichaelDaviesMusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Works just as well with the "Waves" Puig Tec... Thanks!

  • @flatnandez5304
    @flatnandez5304 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks!! great explanation!

  • @RoomAtTheTopStudio
    @RoomAtTheTopStudio 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love this demonstration. Subbed

    • @Estuera
      @Estuera  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks and welcome :)

  • @mousepd
    @mousepd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you!

  • @SouthernEmperor
    @SouthernEmperor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Super dope bruh!!!!

  • @pitedahmusic8235
    @pitedahmusic8235 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank you for sharing this

  • @robertofnascimento
    @robertofnascimento 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    very very good video!

  • @Yahoomediaclub
    @Yahoomediaclub 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brilliant

  • @FunkyFlo
    @FunkyFlo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the Info!

  • @MrzodiacBE
    @MrzodiacBE 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    very good and solid info!

  • @pedalscapes
    @pedalscapes 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very informative, thank you 😎

  • @gautieronana1478
    @gautieronana1478 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks great tutorial

  • @axel.barreau
    @axel.barreau 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    awesome video very well explained: you got yourself a new subscriber!

    • @Estuera
      @Estuera  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks and welcome ! :)

  • @PeterStedtMusikproduktion
    @PeterStedtMusikproduktion 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for explaining this Pultec EQ low end trick! Has now Subscribed! :-)

    • @Estuera
      @Estuera  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      thanks and welcome ! :)