Nano Modules CEQ
A compact 4HP analog 3-band equalizer combined with a built-in compressor, designed to add punch, character, and dynamic control to Eurorack audio signals. CEQ is built for both subtle enhancement and aggressive sound shaping, making it useful as a final mix processor or as a creative tone-shaping tool on individual voices.
Despite its small footprint, CEQ delivers a surprisingly wide dynamic and tonal range, from gentle glue compression to heavy saturation and distortion-style coloration. The integrated EQ section allows quick sculpting of low, mid, and high frequencies, while the compressor section controls overall dynamics and can be pushed into more extreme textures when desired.
Key Features
- Analog 3-band EQ: intuitive low/mid/high tone shaping for fast sound sculpting
- Built-in analog compressor: dynamic control ranging from subtle leveling to heavy compression
- Compression character control: can be used for gentle glue, saturation, or aggressive coloration
- FAST / SLOW response switch (rear panel): adjusts compressor timing for different material
- High headroom analog circuit: clean operation or driven behavior depending on gain staging
- Ultra-compact 4HP format: designed for final mix or per-voice processing in tight racks
Functional Overview
CEQ combines two essential mix tools into a single performance-focused module. The EQ section provides immediate tonal balance adjustments, while the compressor shapes dynamics and can be driven into saturation for added density and presence. Together, they function as a simple but powerful final-stage processor or a creative shaping tool within a patch.
Use Case
Ideal for polishing a full Eurorack mix before output, or for adding weight and consistency to individual voices such as drums, basslines, or leads. CEQ can sit at the end of a signal chain as a final glue processor or be distributed across multiple voices for more aggressive, character-driven sound design.
