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I have the white LTD edition version of this sitting in my mastering rack and it gets used every day. It`s in mid/side mode all the time here. Just a great clean and exceedingly useful EQ. Very sweet wide curves, super useful having the x5 on the low cut, and the solo mid/side is a bonus. I`m going to call this a modern classic. Good price point too.
great video! where in the mix buss chain would you add the tklizer and why? for example.. you have a comp + additive eq - where does the tk fit for m/s? subscribed!
We use the TK-lizer 2 in our mastering chain and it usually is placed between two analog compressors. Using M/S mode, we can do all sorts of things like centering the sub frequencies, brightening the sides, boosting snare in the center…the sky's the limit! There’s definitely no rules about where to use it in your chain…wherever it sounds best! It is worth pointing out that, other than the high-pass, this EQ is a very subtle piece of gear and that’s one reason it works so well for mastering.
@@FuzzywallzMastering Sorry, I meant how you went about using the Voxengo PrimeEQ to see the harmonic distortion and not having to use something like PluginDoctor?
@@errmable Ah, I see. We'll although we may not end up making a video about that specifically, I'd be happy to explain... The plug-in we use is actually Voxengo SPAN (not PrimeEQ), although I'm guess PrimeEQ could be used similarly. To "see" the harmonic distortion we simply run a (200hZ) sine wave out of Pro Tools into the TK-lizer 2 and then run an instance of SPAN on the audio returning from the EQ. We have not actually used PluginDoctor but have heard great things about it and may demo it sometime soon. Hope that helps!
Thanks for watching! There are actually plug-ins that can do that for free; but it is super-helpful to be able to do it right there on the unit. It’s kind of rare that we need to use the switch, but it’s nice to have right there when we do. Also, the switch itself is robust and well-implemented. Hope that helps! Don't forget to subscribe if you haven't already!
Good question! Right now it is hard-wired into and only used in our mastering chain, but it would be great for all sorts of mixing and recording duties. If we had another, we’d love to try it on subgroups and stereo sources like drum room, overheads and lead vocals. Thanks for watching and don’t forget to subscribe if you haven’t yet!
@@FuzzywallzMastering cool im thinking about adding it into the tracking phase and also on the beggining of the master phase. You think it would be usefull tracking a stereo mic?
Hahaha, yeah... without actually being in the room some of the more nuanced differences can be almost impossible to pick up, but it was worth a shot! Thanks for watching though and don't forget to subscribe if you haven't yet.
To be honest, we have never heard of the HCL brand at all... It is a rare that Jon doesn't have a piece of mastering gear on his radar in one what or another, so thanks for bringing it to our attention. What are your thoughts on on the HCL Thermos if I may ask? Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe if you haven't already!
@@FuzzywallzMastering Thanks for replying. I’m on the lookout for a new mastering EQ and have the Thermos and TK-lizer 2 on my list. So I haven’t tried the Thermos. I have the HCL Varis (vari mu’ish) tube comp which I can only recommend. Cheers! Lars
Yes, they are subtle difference and even tougher to notice if just on phone or laptop speakers, but always worth trying to show off the goods! Either way, thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe if you haven't.
Lovely content. Could you make another more in-depth how to with this EQ. I been eyeing it for months now.
Thanks for watching! We put a lot of thought into our content so we appreciate you noticing! We actually have plans for a video about a different TK Audio piece and could see doing something like you mentioned in the future. Don't forget to subscribe if you haven't yet!
I have the white LTD edition version of this sitting in my mastering rack and it gets used every day. It`s in mid/side mode all the time here. Just a great clean and exceedingly useful EQ. Very sweet wide curves, super useful having the x5 on the low cut, and the solo mid/side is a bonus. I`m going to call this a modern classic. Good price point too.
Nice! Thanks for watching and yes, you make several great points here, agreed!
Thanks for this video! This seems like a great pick for when I decide to upgrade my eq.
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excellent review
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I've had mine for over 2yrs and use it daily. A great companion to my 5500 and Hammer 2.
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Nice review! Thanks! 👍
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Excellent video. Thanks!
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Wow it sounds good. That’s a really good price for that EQ
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great video! where in the mix buss chain would you add the tklizer and why? for example.. you have a comp + additive eq - where does the tk fit for m/s? subscribed!
We use the TK-lizer 2 in our mastering chain and it usually is placed between two analog compressors. Using M/S mode, we can do all sorts of things like centering the sub frequencies, brightening the sides, boosting snare in the center…the sky's the limit! There’s definitely no rules about where to use it in your chain…wherever it sounds best! It is worth pointing out that, other than the high-pass, this EQ is a very subtle piece of gear and that’s one reason it works so well for mastering.
Can you do a video on how you were able, what you used to test this device?
Thanks for watching! When you say what we used to test the device, what do you mean? The basic speaker set up or more than that?
@@FuzzywallzMastering Sorry, I meant how you went about using the Voxengo PrimeEQ to see the harmonic distortion and not having to use something like PluginDoctor?
@@errmable Ah, I see. We'll although we may not end up making a video about that specifically, I'd be happy to explain... The plug-in we use is actually Voxengo SPAN (not PrimeEQ), although I'm guess PrimeEQ could be used similarly. To "see" the harmonic distortion we simply run a (200hZ) sine wave out of Pro Tools into the TK-lizer 2 and then run an instance of SPAN on the audio returning from the EQ. We have not actually used PluginDoctor but have heard great things about it and may demo it sometime soon. Hope that helps!
@@FuzzywallzMastering Ok perfect! Thanks for explaining.
Whoa your walls are really fuzzy
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Was considering purchasing an M/S processor and Bax EQ. Not any more. This thing is outrageous...
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The TK-Lizer is really cost-effective for the quality and flexibility they offer...
it is worth to buy only for the m/s solo swich.
Thanks for watching! There are actually plug-ins that can do that for free; but it is super-helpful to be able to do it right there on the unit. It’s kind of rare that we need to use the switch, but it’s nice to have right there when we do. Also, the switch itself is robust and well-implemented. Hope that helps! Don't forget to subscribe if you haven't already!
do you mix with it on the activated or polish after the mix? or just use for mastering?
Good question! Right now it is hard-wired into and only used in our mastering chain, but it would be great for all sorts of mixing and recording duties. If we had another, we’d love to try it on subgroups and stereo sources like drum room, overheads and lead vocals. Thanks for watching and don’t forget to subscribe if you haven’t yet!
@@FuzzywallzMastering cool im thinking about adding it into the tracking phase and also on the beggining of the master phase. You think it would be usefull tracking a stereo mic?
@@SXTWLVE Yeah…yes! Can’t see why it wouldn’t be great. In MS mode, one could even sculpt the stereo image.
you give off and on and you don't notice any difference
Are you sure you had it plugged in to power?
Hahaha, yeah... without actually being in the room some of the more nuanced differences can be almost impossible to pick up, but it was worth a shot! Thanks for watching though and don't forget to subscribe if you haven't yet.
Great video.
Did you consider the HCL Thermos as well? That would be a close competitor to the TK lizer2, I would say.
Cheers!
To be honest, we have never heard of the HCL brand at all... It is a rare that Jon doesn't have a piece of mastering gear on his radar in one what or another, so thanks for bringing it to our attention. What are your thoughts on on the HCL Thermos if I may ask?
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@@FuzzywallzMastering Thanks for replying. I’m on the lookout for a new mastering EQ and have the Thermos and TK-lizer 2 on my list. So I haven’t tried the Thermos. I have the HCL Varis (vari mu’ish) tube comp which I can only recommend.
Cheers!
Lars
its too subtle , especially for youtube
Yes, they are subtle difference and even tougher to notice if just on phone or laptop speakers, but always worth trying to show off the goods! Either way, thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe if you haven't.