RoXdon BAX50s (Mk.2) Stereo Baxandall Equaliser

BRITISH HANDBUILT STUDIO GEAR 

The RoXdon BAX50s Baxandall Stereo Equaliser is a handbuilt stereo 2-band shelving EQ, but unlike traditional shelving EQ's, which have a steep rise or fall above the set frequency, the Baxandall shelving curve has an extremely wide Q curve, which creates a gentle slope. The broad curve can adjust a large portion of the frequency spectrum, but the gentle slope allows for a more natural sound and minimal phase distortion. The minimal phase distortion enables users to make boosts and cuts without imparting negative artifacts into the signal. This results in a wide, open sound that enhances the source’s sonic character that’s already there rather than imparting its own sonic character. Fine adjustments can be made to the final stereo mix without the complexity of other types of equalisation which can alter the structure of the mix.

The BAX50s features low noise variable gain input and output Op-Amp circuits with front panel stereo controls utilising sealed low noise potentiometers to enable precise adjustment of the stereo line level signals. High quality WIMA capacitors are used in the Baxandall EQ circuit ensuring the best performance from the equaliser.
The latest Mk.2 version of the BAX50s now features an additional 20K/40K switch which shifts the high frequency curve position. Using the 40K position results in a more subtle, 'airy' top-end.
Also included is a EQ bypass switch so A/B comparisons can be easily made.

* Classic Baxandall 'curve' stereo Low band and High band controls
* 20K/40K Hi-band frequency select switch
* Input and output stereo GAIN controls
* Low: +/-10dB @50Hz.
* High (40K) +/-12dB @12KHz. (20K) +/-12dB @5KHz
* EQ True Bypass switch
* Wima Capacitors in the EQ circuits
* 1/4" jack TS Line connections
* External International 12v DC Power Supply (100-240VAC) for
    low noise operation
* Black Steel case (Width 44cm x Depth 10cm x Height 1U)
* Front Panel Marconi style knobs
* Red Power On LED