Nettetal, Germany – High-end studio processor manufacturerelysia is proud to announce the release of their newest product – the xfilter 500, a true stereo EQ in 500 series format. The entire audio path of the xfilter 500 consists of 100% class-A circuitry, resulting in an exceptionally open 'boutique' sound with impeccable transient projection and solid punch. These exceptional sonic characteristics, in combination with its versatile features, make the xfilter 500 the perfect tool for many different applications: processing single signals, creative sound shaping, mix buss duties, and even mastering work.

The xfilter 500 is all about flexibility. It offers high and low shelf bands, both of which can be switched into high and low cut filters with resonance - a special feature culled from elysia's flagship equalizer, the museq. The xfilter 500 also provides two mid peak filters with switchable (wide or narrow) Q factor. In addition to its four flexible active bands, the xfilter 500 features a unique switchable fixed LC filter for polishing the high frequency range. This passive filter mainly consists of a capacitor and a coil per channel that produce a slight resonance peak around 12kHz, focusing the saturation-like storage effect of the coil on the area around the peak without pushing the complete high frequency spectrum too much.

By linking its two channels, the xfilter 500 eliminates the task of matching the settings for left and right in tedious knob-fiddling sessions. All stepped potentiometers ensure quick and precise recall of earlier settings. The tricky technical demands resulting from the design of a linked stereo EQ have been handled with great care, says elysia co-founder Dominik Klassen. Every single dual and quad layer pot we buy is measured with custom computer routines, and only the good ones go into production. A special series of low tolerance film capacitors aim at additional precision, all for the sake of a precise stereo image.

The xfilter 500 is made in Germany, exclusively using top quality components, gold plated PCBs, a rugged 4mm aluminum front panel and solid aluminum knobs. We have it in stock and shipping right now.

www.elysia.com/hardware/xfilter-500/introduction

elysia is a union of creative audio enthusiasts that was founded in Nettetal (Germany) in 2006 by Ruben Tilgner and Dominik Klassen. The company has a clearly defined objective: Creating outstanding pro audio gear without compromise, both in the analog and digital realms. elysia stands for highest sound quality, truly sophisticated manufacturing, innovative features without Voodoo, and most of all – creative tools enjoyable for a lifetime.