
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – JANUARY 23, 2025: TransAudio Group, the longtime U.S. distributor of Drawmer and a plethora of high-end professional audio gear, is pleased to announce the introduction of two Drawmer 500 series, 7-band equalizers – the Mono MQ-1 and the MQ-2 Stereo/Compressor at Winter NAMM 2025.
Given Drawmer’s unprecedented reputation for creating problem-solving, bulletproof, analog products for the recording industry, it was only natural they were inspired by the legendary, rare and iconic ‘Motown EQ’ sound and created two new 500 series EQs. Each unit offers 7-band proportional Q equalizers with EQ curves akin to the renowned ones used in the illustrious Detroit studios of the 1960s. These 100% analog units feature sevens bell curves, each having a variable cut/boost of ±10dB and set at the beautifully musical frequencies of the original.

The MQ-1 offers a single channel Mono 7-band EQ, with the highly regarded ‘CRUSH’ feature present on the Drawmer 1971 Dual 4-Band Parametric Equalizer rack unit. When you activate the crush circuit, get ready for some pleasing harmonic saturation and that classic analog warmth that adds a ton of character to any signal passing through the unit. CRUSH fattens up the bass, adds presence to the mids, and brings a delightful shimmer to the top end. The harder you drive the EQ the more crush you’ll get! The MQ-1 is a single-slot 500 series module.

The MQ-2 offers the same EQ curves, but in full stereo, and is far more than an equalizer. It also incorporates a program-dependent, single-knob compressor that adapts its envelope to the characteristics of the signal. The order of the EQ and Compressor in the signal path can be swapped according to your requirements. The MQ-2 also has the same integrated ‘CRUSH’ feature that warms up your mix with harmonic saturation, and additionally includes comprehensive metering. The MQ-2 is a 2-slot 500 series module.
Both units are designed and hand built by Drawmer in the UK and will be available to check out at the TransAudio NAMM Booth #15713, ACC North Level 1.
Pricing: MQ-1 $349.00 • MQ-2 $539.00
ABOUT TRANSAUDIO GROUP
TransAudio Group, founded by industry veteran Brad Lunde, has quickly become the premier U.S. importer/distributor and/or U.S. sales and marketing representative for high-end audio. TransAudio’s skilled team of in-house and field representatives provide dealers and end users with product expertise and support far beyond the norm.
ABOUT DRAWMER
Best known for the industry standard DS201 ‘frequency conscious’ noise gate, Drawmer has been at the forefront of manufacturing high-quality, affordable, pro-audio equipment since 1982. Founded by Ivor Drawmer, and still based at the same factory in South Yorkshire, Drawmer continues to design and produce products that people need. From the classic 1960 vacuum tube compressor, still going strong after nearly 40 years, to the MC monitor controller range which quickly established itself across the pro audio world.
The 70s series of FET-based analogue processors has received various industry awards and NAMM TEC award nominations and offers a wide range of features for professional studios, live sound engineers and home production at affordable prices.
All Drawmer products are hand-built at the same factory in Yorkshire where the first noise gate was produced. The now iconic front panel design makes Drawmer products instantly recognizable in any rack or studio, and the bulletproof build quality and intuitive interfaces make Drawmer a firm favorite with studio engineers, musicians and installers alike.