After many requests and much research....
EISEN AUDIO brings you the
LILPEQr Program Equalizer for the API(TM) 500 Series modular system.
$500 USD 
While utilizing solid-state circuitry, the LILPEQr sonic characteristics were inspired by classic tube-based (aka valve) program equalizers, such as the Lang PEQ-1 and Klangfilm RZ062.
- Big sound, small package.
- High and low frequency shelving EQ with minimal controls and major vibe. 12 dB boost/cut @ 5, 10, or 28 kHz, and 20 dB boost/cut @ 50, 80, or 160 Hz
- As simple as it gets: a passive tone control circuit (just resistors and film/foil capacitors ) wrapped around a single discrete, class A transistor amplifier, with transformer-balanced I/O.
- The passive transformer input circuit can be bypassed (by selecting "IN - DIRECT"), for injecting signal directly into the EQ section. While unfortunately resulting in an unbalanced input and less available HF boost, this also yields greater bandwidth and clarity, for instances where you don't want such a distinctively colorful transformer adding its effect.
- Hardwire bypass for better comparisons.
-Fits all API(TM) and compatible (e.g. BAE, OSA, Avedis, A-Designs, Purple Audio) 500 Series lunchboxes and racks - a popular modular format for 40 years and counting. VPR Alliance application pending.
This
Limited Edition of 60 units utilizes vintage Marinair/St. Ives LI.31267 line input transformers. These were used in all of the classic 80 Series Neve(TM) consoles and EQ modules (e.g. 8014, 8068, 1073, 3104), and this particular batch was salvaged from some previously cannibalized Neve 8014 console frames. We jumped at the chance to use this unique transformer because of its rich tone, and designed the rest of the LILPEQr circuitry to sound complementary.
$500 USD each. Modules begin shipping the first week of January. ---> To reserve yours, send an e-mail to
sales@eisenaudio.com with a) your shipping address, and b) desired quantity of modules. Within 24 hours (excluding sundays), you should receive an e-mail invoice for the total cost. You will have until January 22, 2008 to pay this invoice before we cancel it, and offer your reserved module(s) to whomever is next on the waiting list.
I will try to post better photos, detailed specs, and sound samples between now and then. In the meantime, let the questions begin!
Please note: A-Designs, API, Avedis, BAE, OSA, and Purple Audio are trademarks of their respective owners, where applicable. Eisen Audio is not affiliated with these parties.