H2 Audio Helios 5011 500 Series EQ

The H2 Audio 5011 brings the legendary EQ section of the Helios 0011 “Type 69” channel module into a compact 500 series format. Painstakingly recreated to match the original design, this EQ module delivers the same sonic characteristics that defined a generation of music. From The Rolling Stones to The Who, Helios desks were the backbone of countless iconic recordings, and the 5011 captures that unmistakable tone.

Featuring an electronically balanced input, transformer-balanced output, and amplifier circuit, the 5011 reproduces the inductor-based EQ magic of the 0011. With authentic controls for low, mid, and high frequencies, this module offers precision tone-shaping and musical warmth. Designed for modern studios, the 5011 fits seamlessly into any 500 series rack, combining vintage sound with contemporary versatility.

Key Features

• Authentic Helios Design: Faithfully recreates the EQ section of the legendary 0011 “Type 69” channel module.
• Inductor-Based EQ: Provides precise, musical tone shaping for any source.
• Balanced Input and Output: Electronically balanced input and transformer-balanced output for high-quality signal integrity.
• Output Amp Circuit: Ensures robust, clean signal amplification.
• 500 Series Format: Compact, single-slot design for easy integration into modern modular setups.
• Meticulous Craftsmanship: Painstakingly built to deliver the sonic accuracy of the original Helios desks.

Specifications

• Type: 3-Band EQ (500 Series)
• Channels: Single-channel
• Input: Electronically balanced
• Output: Transformer balanced with amplifier circuit
• Chassis: 500 series module, 1-slot
• Signal Path: Inductor-based EQ design

Applications

• Studio tone shaping for vocals and instruments
• Modular EQ integration in 500 series racks
• Precision sculpting of dynamic and tonal content