VT N95 ME | Mastering Equalizer | The Legend is Back… and Better Than Ever!
With the VT N95 ME, Vintagetools is introducing a completely newly developed device for the first time – made from brand-new components, without compromising on quality. The idea of faithfully cloning this equalizer has been around for a long time. However, instead of creating a replica with the same design, but using cheaper components or cutting costs by omitting the expensive transformers – as is often the case – our goal was to develop a no-compromise, high-quality reproduction that preserves the authentic quality of early broadcast technology.
The Challenge:
How can this equalizer be reproduced with the same quality, improved in terms of measurements, and enhanced with useful features – without altering its sound and character – while keeping it at a reasonable price?
After over two years of development, we have the answer:
Vintagetools VT N95 ME – Features
✔ Authentic circuit design – without compromises
✔ Dual-mono concept – perfectly matched channels for ultimate precision
✔ High-quality rotary switches instead of potentiometers – for maximum durability and repeatability
✔ Internal analog power supply with automatic voltage detection
✔ Floating balanced circuitry – equipped with four original Haufe input and output transformers, no cheap replicas
✔ Extended mid-band – additional band with overlapping frequencies using the 1/4-octave principle
✔ Q-switching like the original – via a precise 3-position switch
✔ Expanded frequency selection for high and low bands – instead of three, now offering six selectable frequencies
✔ Authentic gain steps – customizable upon request
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Technical data:
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 Frequency Response (Flat Position) 
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 20 Hz – 120 kHz (± 1 dB) 
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 Low Frequency Filter 
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 27, 40, 50, 60, 80, 100 Hz (Switchable), Level: ±2, ±4, ±6, ±9, ±15 dB 
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 High Frequency Filter 
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 7, 8.5, 10, 12.5, 14, 22 kHz (Switchable), Level: ±2, ±4, ±6, ±9, ±15 dB 
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 Boost-Cut Filters 
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 100, 125, 175, 200, 250, 350, 400, 500, 600, 700, 800 Hz / 1.0, 1.2, 1.4, 1.6, 2.0, 2.8, 3.2, 4.0, 5.6, 6.4, 8 kHz 
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 Boost-Cut Level 
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 ±1, ±2, ±3, ±5 ±7 dB 
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 Boost-Cut Bandwidth 
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 Switchable: Broad, Medium, Narrow 
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 Bandwidth Ratio 
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 Broad : Medium : Narrow = 1 : 0.5 : 0.25 
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 Input 
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 Balanced, floating with statically shielded transformer 
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 Input Impedance (40 Hz – 15 kHz) 
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 ≥ 2 kΩ 
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 Maximum Source Impedance 
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 50 Ω 
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 Common-Mode Rejection @ 15 kHz 
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 ≥ 60 dB 
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 Nominal Output Level (300 Ω Load) 
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 +6 dB 
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 Maximum Output Level  
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 +22 dB 
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 Output Impedance 
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 ≤ 40 Ω 
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 Output  
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 Balanced, floating with statically shielded transformer 
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 Total Harmonic Distortion+Noise 
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 ≤ 0.004% 
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 Channel Separation @ 15 kHz 
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 ≥ 96 dB 
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 Noise Level (50 Ω Source, 300 Ω Load, Flat Position) 
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 Unweighted (DIN 45405, RMS) 
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 ≤ -99 dB 
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 Operating Voltage (Nominal) 
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 100-250VAC 
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 Power Consumption  
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 8VA 
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 Operating Temperature 
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 10°C – 40°C 
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 Housing Dimensions (Cassette) 
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 482 mm (W) × 132 mm (H) × 280 mm (D) 
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 Weight 
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 9 kg 
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