Vintagetools VT N95 PE & ME – Classic German EQ reborn (W495b inspired)

Hi all,

After nearly two decades of restoring and integrating classic German broadcast EQs into modern studio environments, we at vintagetools (www.vintagetools.de) have just released our first fully self-developed product: The VT N95 Equalizer.

It’s not just inspired by the legendary PEa / W495b / W495STB, it’s a precise and faithful interpretation of the original design – built from scratch, with four original Haufe transformers, dual-mono architecture, and extended functionality that stays true to the sonic character of the classic units.

Rather than reissuing the old Danner cassette format, we developed a 3U / 19” rack version, which gave us the flexibility to integrate:

• a second mid band (1/4-octave stepped, overlapping frequencies)

• more frequency options in low and high shelves (6 instead of 3)

• stepped rotary switches for recallable precision

• a robust internal analog PSU (100–250 V)

• custom gain step configurations (on request)

Two models are available:

• VT N95 PE (Program EQ) – with original ±2 to ±15 dB gain steps

• VT N95 ME (Mix EQ / Mastering EQ) – same EQ circuit and frequencies, but with finer gain increments (±1 to ±7 dB) and a few important internal refinements.

The ME version uses a different (not better) Haufe output transformer and employs film capacitors (and select high-grade electrolytics) in key positions. The result is the same sonic footprint as the PE, but with slightly enhanced clarity, stereo precision, and an even cleaner low-THD+N performance – subtle, but useful for critical applications like mastering, without sacrificing the vintage character.

Both versions are built to exacting standards and retain the tone and feel of the original W495b series – precise, musical, and unmistakably analog.

We’re offering the initial production run via direct sales only to keep pricing fair and transparent.

More info, specs, audio demos and videos here: