An analogue EQ that adds harmonics instead of just volume – for mixes with weight, air and character. The Cranborne Audio Carnaby HE2 is a 2-channel, 2U rack version of the Carnaby 500. Each side has a 3-band parametric HarmonicEQ that uses harmonic saturation to boost and cut, plus filters, an insert and full recall from your computer.
Why customers choose it
Who it is for
Mix and mastering engineers, producers who want analogue colour on the stereo bus or stems, and studios looking for a recallable hardware EQ.
What’s in the box
- 1 x Cranborne Audio Carnaby HE2
- 1 x IEC power cable
- 1 x Allen key (2mm)
- 1 x Quickstart Guide
Specifications
| Format | 2-channel, 19″ 2U rack |
|---|---|
| Bands | 3 per channel: LO shelf, MID peak, HI shelf |
| LO band | Low shelf, 20 Hz – 420 Hz |
| MID band | Peak, 200 Hz – 6.2 kHz |
| HI band | High shelf, 5 kHz – 25 kHz |
| Lo Cut | 18 Hz – 180 Hz, 6/12/18 dB per octave |
| Hi Cut | 8 kHz – 40 kHz, 3/6/12 dB per octave |
| Modes | Stereo, Dual Mono, Mid/Side |
| Max input / output level | +26 dBu |
| Noise floor | <-93 dBu (all bands bypassed) |
| Impedance | Input 10 kOhm, output 150 Ohm |
| Inserts | 1/4″ TRS balanced send/return per channel |
| Control | USB or network, Carnaby HE2 Control (Mac/Windows) |
| Size | 483 x 89 x 236 mm |
| Weight | 6 kg |
| Type | Stereo analogue harmonic EQ |
| Frequency Range | LO 20-420 Hz, MID 200 Hz-6.2 kHz, HI 5-25 kHz |
| Filters | Lo Cut 18-180 Hz, Hi Cut 8-40 kHz |
Good to know
- Carnaby HE2 Control v1.0.3 needs firmware 1.0.1 on the unit; both are free downloads from Cranborne Audio.
- The software runs on Windows 10/11 and macOS 13, 14 and 15.
- It is the rack big brother of the Carnaby 500 module, which we also list.
FAQ
Can I use it for mastering?
Yes. Stereo and Mid/Side modes, stepped controls and preset recall make it well suited to mastering and bus work.
Can I control it from my DAW?
Yes. Carnaby HE2 Control runs as a plug-in (AAX, VST3, AU) or standalone and connects by USB or network.
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