If you want to breathe life into your digital tracks, the Filtek analog summing mixer is the perfect solution.
SSL Style Punch, excellent equal frequency distribution all over the spectrum, Bass frequencies are well balanced (from bottom mid all over to sub) by Neumann Haufe style legendary vintage German in/out transformers
Please Note: The Filtek BFE DV1175 comes equipped with the legendary Neumann-Haufe transformers!
*For those unfamiliar, Filtek-BFE was considered the ‘Swiss equivalent’ of Neumann. Notably, these modules are virtually identical to the renowned V475/U473A.
Transparent and clean, it delivers a high level of analog harmonic excitation, resulting in smooth and pleasant analog warmth. The Haufe transformers add depth, color, character, and presence to your sound. Experience mixing through legendary Neumann style Haufe transformers for an unparalleled sonic enhancement.
Customer feedback:
Customer feedback review Filtek 32×2 Summing Mixer
Hi Paul, I’m Aleix! And yesterday I was testing the discrete summing Filtek bfe! And I liked very much! Yesterday we tried it in my studio with a Digi 003 + Converter RME ADI 8 to have 16 tracks for summing! The Filtek is very clear, when mixed, it is very easy, because once everything is in place, treble and bass are more clear! These Neumann-Haufe transformers are awesome! tried the SPL MixDream and Neve. And I love the SPL! But after testing the Filtek, both quality and price is amazing !!!!! So I like this new Filtek you’re building! Aleix Arcs from Barcelona
Customer review Filtek vintage summing unit – UK.
I’ve bought one summing mixer from 3 months ago and I’m really happy with its sound (it is Filtek BFE option). This box does exactly what all consumer multichanel audio interfaces lack. I’m currently using it with M-audio ProFire 2626. What I would like to say is that this guy is real 🙂 and he’s making very nice equipment out there. Besides, he is very approachable and helpful regarding all questions and inquiries.
Feedback from Studio VAA
+1 to the above posts. I got the filtek 16 channel version to use in a fully treated project space at the beginning of the year… throw in a pair of ensembles and set focal twins and … well lets say this ‘compact’ set up blows clients of all genres away… Full stop. The clarity, imaging and tonality is simply astonishing for the outlay. An aural pleasure . If you are itb, got some nice valvie toys (and understand analogue gain staging within a daw – its amazing how many don’t!) and want to get the rich and silky console joy this is the best 500 quid you could possibly spend….IMHO (ok sprinkle a healthy few k for the other bits!)
All style purposes – Modern Analog Sound – Neumann style Haufe X-Formers
The MK3/BFE DV1175, originally designed by Stefan Sulke in the 1970s, was first exclusively manufactured and distributed by the Swiss company FILTEK. Over time, this design became one of the most widely imitated and licensed equalizer designs for Dannercassettes. Precise 1:1 replicas of the Filtek MK3 include the LAWO W995/7 and the BFE MK3.
The circuitry of the FILTEK MK3 is built to exceptionally high-quality standards and adheres to the specifications set by the IRT (Institut für Rundfunktechnik). FILTEK has a long-standing tradition of producing outstanding vintage broadcast modules. Originally, these modules were developed exclusively for radio stations due to their high cost. However, over the years, they have gained popularity in recording studios worldwide, valued for their reliability, affordability, and exceptional performance.
