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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

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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)

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)