The McIntosh MQ112 is an eight-band analog equalizer offering up to ±12 dB of adjustment from 25 Hz to 10 kHz. A separate Tilt control adjusts the overall frequency balance by up to ±6 dB, with balanced and unbalanced connections for system integration.
Why This Model Matters
The MQ112 gives listeners direct tonal control without a measurement-based automatic correction process. Its individual bands can address a chosen frequency region, while Tilt changes the broader balance between low and high frequencies. Two sets of outputs provide connection flexibility within a separates system. It is useful when a listener wants repeatable, hands-on adjustments to recordings or system balance, but the controls should be approached with the intended signal path and gain structure in mind.
Highlights
Eight bands covering 25 Hz–10 kHz
Up to ±12 dB adjustment per band
Tilt control with up to ±6 dB adjustment
Analog signal processing
Balanced and unbalanced connections with two output sets
Who It's For
For listeners who prefer manual analog equalization and want more control than basic tone knobs provide. It suits an established stereo system with an appropriate connection point for an external processor.
