Neve EQ: Which plugin nails it?

[tommyzai]

There are so many Neve-type effect plugins out there. I'm confused and overwhelmed. I wonder, which affordable option is closest to the hardware model?

I'd like to find one that doesn't require any special hardware or dongle/iLok type devices.

Thanks!

[GRUMP]

Which Neve EQ do you mean? There are not just a few Models out there - from smelly to smeary.

[jochicago]

The most complete, best sounding algorithmic Neve plugin I can think of is the latest PA Lindell 80 channel strip.
https://www.plugin-alliance.com/en/prod ... eries.html

Should be under $50 by BF.

You have the 1073 and 1084 EQs, the 2254 compressor (without the limiter component), and a gate that's fictitious but inspired on the rest of these units. Most importantly, it all sounds great. Although at PA BX gets all the attention, Lindell is the best channel strip maker in that outfit IMO. And the 80 is the best channel strip that PA has made thus far (IMO), because of the versatile EQ, the great overall sound, and the compressor is very usable as opposed to some of the other compressors (made by BX) that can leave a taste in the mouth.

[vitocorleone123]

Need 31102 is excellent and inexpensive- esp when on sale.

[djanthonyw]

Arturia's.

[tommyzai]

Need 31102 is excellent and inexpensive- esp when on sale.

Who makes it?

[christian f.]

The most complete, best sounding algorithmic Neve plugin I can think of is the latest PA Lindell 80 channel strip.
https://www.plugin-alliance.com/en/prod ... eries.html

I agree , if not UAD then this is the one.

[LoveEnigma18]

While I am not any expert, I was pretty satisfied with the sound of the Lindell Audio 80 Series and got it for $25 recently with the survey voucher. I absolutely love its (scalable) GUI, too. So, one more vote for it. I would suggest subscribing to PA newsletter and waiting for it to go down to $49.99/$39.99 and then use a survey/monthly voucher to bring it further down.

EDIT: typo.

[LoveEnigma18]

Need 31102 is excellent and inexpensive- esp when on sale.

Who makes it?

https://www.noiseash.com/need-31102-console-eq/

It's on sale for $50 right now. Looks like a good alternative. The GUI is beautiful too (yes, GUI is an important consideration for me). But $25 too many for me, which is one reason why I got the Lindell Audio 80 Series.

[GRUMP]

Better Try Google and Forum Search. You're no Unicorn ...

[BeeDog]

The most complete, best sounding algorithmic Neve plugin I can think of is the latest PA Lindell 80 channel strip.
https://www.plugin-alliance.com/en/prod ... eries.html

Should be under $50 by BF.

You have the 1073 and 1084 EQs, the 2254 compressor (without the limiter component), and a gate that's fictitious but inspired on the rest of these units. Most importantly, it all sounds great. Although at PA BX gets all the attention, Lindell is the best channel strip maker in that outfit IMO. And the 80 is the best channel strip that PA has made thus far (IMO), because of the versatile EQ, the great overall sound, and the compressor is very usable as opposed to some of the other compressors (made by BX) that can leave a taste in the mouth.

Perfect timing, it is $49.99 today only with the following code:
80-SERIES-4999

[GRUMP]

The most complete, best sounding algorithmic Neve plugin I can think of is the latest PA Lindell 80 channel strip.
https://www.plugin-alliance.com/en/prod ... eries.html

Should be under $50 by BF.

You have the 1073 and 1084 EQs, the 2254 compressor (without the limiter component), and a gate that's fictitious but inspired on the rest of these units. Most importantly, it all sounds great. Although at PA BX gets all the attention, Lindell is the best channel strip maker in that outfit IMO. And the 80 is the best channel strip that PA has made thus far (IMO), because of the versatile EQ, the great overall sound, and the compressor is very usable as opposed to some of the other compressors (made by BX) that can leave a taste in the mouth.

Perfect timing, it is $49.99 today only with the following code:
80-SERIES-4999

Wasn't it 10 $ lately :/

[LoveEnigma18]

Perfect timing, it is $49.99 today only with the following code:
80-SERIES-4999

Indeed.

I would suggest subscribing to PA newsletter and waiting for it to go down to $49.99/$39.99 and then use a survey/monthly voucher to bring it further down.

This is the second time in this short period that PA has heard my wish. First time, I purchased yet. This time, it is for OP perhaps.

For $49.99, with voucher 80-SERIES-4999.

Use survey code USERSURVEY20LG98HBT5 if you haven't already to get it for $24.99.

[jamcat]

I assume all of the informed experts weighing in own or have worked extensively with Neve EQ and are deeply familiar with their sound, and have personally compared all of the various software models against their own units...

[vitocorleone123]

Need 31102 is excellent and inexpensive- esp when on sale.

Who makes it?

https://www.noiseash.com/need-31102-console-eq/

It's on sale for $50 right now. Looks like a good alternative. The GUI is beautiful too (yes, GUI is an important consideration for me). But $25 too many for me, which is one reason why I got the Lindell Audio 80 Series.

I have both. I always reach for 31102 first. I could do without the 80 but got it so cheap it’s fine. If I had to pick one to get, it’d be 31102 every single time.