VTN95 PE | Program Equalizer | The Legend is Back… and Better Than Ever!
With the VTN95 PE, 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 VTN95 PE – 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
Each unit is built to order, so the delivery time is approximately four weeks from receipt of payment.
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Technical data:
Frequency Response (Flat Position) |
20 Hz – 120 kHz (± 1 dB) |
Low Frequency Filter |
27, 40, 50, 60, 80, 100 Hz (Switchable), Level: ±2, ±4, ±6, ±9, ±15 dB |
High Frequency Filter |
7, 8.5, 10, 12.5, 14, 22 kHz (Switchable), Level: ±2, ±4, ±6, ±9, ±15 dB |
Boost-Cut Filters |
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 |
Boost-Cut Level |
±2, ±4, ±6, ±8, ±10 dB |
Boost-Cut Bandwidth |
Switchable: Broad, Medium, Narrow |
Bandwidth Ratio |
Broad : Medium : Narrow = 1 : 0.5 : 0.25 |
Input |
Balanced, floating with statically shielded transformer |
Input Impedance (40 Hz – 15 kHz) |
≥ 2 kΩ |
Maximum Source Impedance |
50 Ω |
Common-Mode Rejection @ 15 kHz |
≥ 60 dB |
Nominal Output Level (300 Ω Load) |
+6 dB |
Maximum Output Level |
+22 dB |
Output Impedance |
≤ 40 Ω |
Output |
Balanced, floating with statically shielded transformer |
Total Harmonic Distortion+Noise |
≤ 0.004% |
Channel Separation @ 15 kHz |
≥ 96 dB |
Noise Level (50 Ω Source, 300 Ω Load, Flat Position) |
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Unweighted (DIN 45405, RMS) |
≤ -99 dB |
Operating Voltage (Nominal) |
100-250VAC |
Power Consumption |
8VA |
Operating Temperature |
10°C – 40°C |
Housing Dimensions (Cassette) |
482 mm (W) × 132 mm (H) × 280 mm (D) |
Weight |
kg |