8.6Great
Mäag Audio EQ4 by Plugin Alliance / Mäag Audio. The AIR BAND EQ that opens vocals and mix tops without harshness—simple, musical, and still everywhere on pop sessions.
Plugin comparison
Mäag Audio EQ4 vs Waves PuigTec EQs
Specs, price and the Dubspot Score, side by side — with our verdict on which effect to buy.
Independent score / workflow fit / buying signal
Contenders
The side-by-side
8.0Great
Waves PuigTec EQs by Waves. Jack Joseph Puig's Pultec EQP-1A and MEQ-5 pair—musical tube-style EQ curves at typical Waves sale prices.
Score verdict
Which should you buy?
On the Dubspot Score, Mäag Audio EQ4 comes out ahead (8.6). That said, the right pick depends on your workflow and budget — read both reviews before deciding.
Technical matrix
Specs compared
| Signal | Mäag Audio EQ4 | Waves PuigTec EQs |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $199 | $35+ |
| Dubspot Score | 8.6 | 8.0 |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX | VST3, AU, AAX |
| Type | 6-band EQ with AIR BAND | Pultec-style EQ bundle |
| Signature feature | AIR BAND high-frequency lift | — |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX via Plugin Alliance | — |
| Platforms | macOS and Windows | — |
| Units | — | EQP-1A and MEQ-5 |
| Developer | — | Waves with Jack Joseph Puig |
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