Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Can This FREE EQ Replace FabFilter Pro-Q?
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This video reviews the free GSI EQ Pro dynamic EQ plugin and compares its features with premium dynamic equalizers such as FabFilter Pro-Q and Kirchhoff EQ while demonstrating how it works in a real music production session.
GSI EQ Pro is a free dynamic EQ plugin that offers features commonly found in premium equalizers used for mixing and mastering. This walkthrough explores the interface, demonstrates the available EQ bands, dynamic processing controls, filter types, stereo processing options, latency modes, oversampling settings, and analyzer functions while using one of my original songs as the audio example. The video also explains why this plugin stands out as a serious free alternative for producers looking for a capable dynamic equalizer without spending money on commercial software. Both macOS and Windows compatibility are covered, along with the available plugin formats and documentation.
What's covered in this video
• Introduction to the free GSI EQ Pro plugin and why it compares surprisingly well with premium dynamic EQ plugins like FabFilter Pro-Q and Kirchhoff EQ.
• Overview of the main interface, including output control, Auto Gain, bypass, display scaling, and the visual frequency analyzer.
• Demonstration of the available EQ bands, with support for up to 24 bands that can each be configured independently.
• Explanation of the available filter shapes including Bell, Low Shelf, High Shelf, Low Cut, High Cut, Notch, and Tilt filters for different mixing tasks.
• Demonstration of the Dynamic EQ function, showing how compression is applied only when specific frequencies exceed the chosen threshold.
• Look at the per-band dynamic controls including Threshold, Ratio, Knee, Attack, and Release, allowing every EQ band to function like its own frequency-selective compressor.
• Discussion of practical uses for Tilt EQ and why it can quickly reshape the tonal balance of a mix without creating multiple EQ bands.
• Comparison of Zero Latency, Natural, and Linear processing modes and when each option may be useful during recording, mixing, or mastering.
• Walkthrough of oversampling options, including 2x and 4x modes, along with analyzer display settings such as Pre, Post, and Pre/Post monitoring.
• Demonstration of creating multiple EQ bands for detailed surgical equalization while adjusting Frequency, Gain, and Q controls.
• Explanation of stereo processing options, including Stereo, Mid, Side, Left, and Right processing for more advanced mix adjustments.
• Discussion of using one of my original songs to demonstrate how the plugin responds during real-world music production rather than isolated test tones.
• Information about plugin availability for macOS and Windows, including Audio Unit and VST3 support.
• Mention of the downloadable user manual available from the GSI website for anyone wanting to learn more about the plugin's features.
Mentioned in this video: GSI, GSI EQ Pro, FabFilter, FabFilter Pro-Q, Kirchhoff EQ, Dynamic EQ, Auto Gain, Bell Filter, Low Shelf, High Shelf, Low Cut, High Cut, Notch Filter, Tilt EQ, Zero Latency Mode, Natural Mode, Linear Mode, Oversampling, Frequency Analyzer, Threshold, Ratio, Knee, Attack, Release, Stereo Processing, Mid Processing, Side Processing, Left Processing, Right Processing, Audio Unit, AU, VST3, macOS, Windows, Music Production, Mixing, Mastering.
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00:00 Free Dynamic EQ?
00:23 Plugin Overview
00:37 Interface Tour
01:22 Dynamic EQ Demo
02:06 Processing Modes Explained
02:20 Surgical EQ Controls
02:43 Per-Band Compression
02:50 Compatibility Features
02:59 Final Thoughts
Can This FREE EQ Replace FabFilter Pro-Q?
Follow my songwriting journey here: youtube.com/channel/UCy2ByGdgJb5kQtsXwsIUgAg
Watch Next ➤ youtu.be/7_BST6HjbNg?si=moQWQTYynKUekz0G
youtu.be/S3ifVPkxYC0?si=Znk7P6on1FweR10U
This video reviews the free GSI EQ Pro dynamic EQ plugin and compares its features with premium dynamic equalizers such as FabFilter Pro-Q and Kirchhoff EQ while demonstrating how it works in a real music production session.
GSI EQ Pro is a free dynamic EQ plugin that offers features commonly found in premium equalizers used for mixing and mastering. This walkthrough explores the interface, demonstrates the available EQ bands, dynamic processing controls, filter types, stereo processing options, latency modes, oversampling settings, and analyzer functions while using one of my original songs as the audio example. The video also explains why this plugin stands out as a serious free alternative for producers looking for a capable dynamic equalizer without spending money on commercial software. Both macOS and Windows compatibility are covered, along with the available plugin formats and documentation.
What's covered in this video
• Introduction to the free GSI EQ Pro plugin and why it compares surprisingly well with premium dynamic EQ plugins like FabFilter Pro-Q and Kirchhoff EQ.
• Overview of the main interface, including output control, Auto Gain, bypass, display scaling, and the visual frequency analyzer.
• Demonstration of the available EQ bands, with support for up to 24 bands that can each be configured independently.
• Explanation of the available filter shapes including Bell, Low Shelf, High Shelf, Low Cut, High Cut, Notch, and Tilt filters for different mixing tasks.
• Demonstration of the Dynamic EQ function, showing how compression is applied only when specific frequencies exceed the chosen threshold.
• Look at the per-band dynamic controls including Threshold, Ratio, Knee, Attack, and Release, allowing every EQ band to function like its own frequency-selective compressor.
• Discussion of practical uses for Tilt EQ and why it can quickly reshape the tonal balance of a mix without creating multiple EQ bands.
• Comparison of Zero Latency, Natural, and Linear processing modes and when each option may be useful during recording, mixing, or mastering.
• Walkthrough of oversampling options, including 2x and 4x modes, along with analyzer display settings such as Pre, Post, and Pre/Post monitoring.
• Demonstration of creating multiple EQ bands for detailed surgical equalization while adjusting Frequency, Gain, and Q controls.
• Explanation of stereo processing options, including Stereo, Mid, Side, Left, and Right processing for more advanced mix adjustments.
• Discussion of using one of my original songs to demonstrate how the plugin responds during real-world music production rather than isolated test tones.
• Information about plugin availability for macOS and Windows, including Audio Unit and VST3 support.
• Mention of the downloadable user manual available from the GSI website for anyone wanting to learn more about the plugin's features.
Mentioned in this video: GSI, GSI EQ Pro, FabFilter, FabFilter Pro-Q, Kirchhoff EQ, Dynamic EQ, Auto Gain, Bell Filter, Low Shelf, High Shelf, Low Cut, High Cut, Notch Filter, Tilt EQ, Zero Latency Mode, Natural Mode, Linear Mode, Oversampling, Frequency Analyzer, Threshold, Ratio, Knee, Attack, Release, Stereo Processing, Mid Processing, Side Processing, Left Processing, Right Processing, Audio Unit, AU, VST3, macOS, Windows, Music Production, Mixing, Mastering.
LINKS
Free EQ PRO jeesonic.de
* SoundGym 20% discount coupon: ➤ gregkocis.com/sgym20
* Deals on Plugin Boutique – gregkocis.com/ypki
* Save Big on Waves Plugins – gregkocis.com/pnw2
* Native Instruments LIMITED TIME – nativeinstruments.sjv.io/55P6G2
The links to iZotope, Plugin Boutique, Mastering The Mix, SoundGym, Native Instruments, iZotope, and Waves are affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission if you purchase through them. This helps support the channel at no extra cost to you. I only recommend products I personally use or believe bring real value to producers and songwriters.
*COOL STUFF*
* LATEST DEALS ➥ gregkocis.com/deals
* FREE Plugins ➥ youtube.com/playlist?list=PLq1fMAPsCTU3Mx3NkH6RI1wZcDV-Leqpr&si=ZIsDoVBZ1U0tDj7v
* 240 Mac Apps Set App Invites ➥ youtu.be/vMcBlfj_iMo?si=SNOd1_cYe69qG_A1
* Producing a Song Using ONLY STOCK PLUGINS youtu.be/5_P4xuesHls?si=1BmUQg5jmADxf-zT
#howtomakemusicnow
00:00 Free Dynamic EQ?
00:23 Plugin Overview
00:37 Interface Tour
01:22 Dynamic EQ Demo
02:06 Processing Modes Explained
02:20 Surgical EQ Controls
02:43 Per-Band Compression
02:50 Compatibility Features
02:59 Final Thoughts
