Pope Audio BAX 2020 ‘Beast’ 500 Series Module

The Pope Audio BAX 2020 ‘Beast’ combines analog ‘Hi’ & ‘Lo’ frequency gain control, in a compact, fuss-free module. This version utilizes an Avedis 1122 on the input, giving the user a chance to “drive” the input stage to get the desired level of “flavor” from the DAO (Discrete Op Amp). Plus it has another 1122 driving into a transformer on the output. When not required in the signal path, the unit is in hard bypass, meaning that the signal is left 100% unaffected by the unit.

The Baxandall equaliser is a simple shelving EQ, but unlike traditional shelving EQs a Baxandall exhibits a gently rising slope for a more natural sound, and lower phase distortion. Add top-end sparkle to a mix or stem, gently roll off unwanted ‘muddiness’ on complex acoustic instruments or drive the input harder for subtle harmonic colouration