SPEKTR3 Presets for HammerMk2 Synth Presets

In the context of the SPEKTR3 PRO-EQ MASTERING RACKS, the Kush Audio Hammer Mk2 likely acts as one of the rack's "color EQ" modules—that is, it's used to add character, brightness, and smoothness to the mastering or final mix, with a focus on musical texture.

What exactly does it do inside the SPEKTR3?
In the SPEKTR3 PRO-EQ MASTERING RACKS, the Hammer Mk2 performs functions such as:

1. Smooth, musical EQ
It's used to add or enhance frequencies without creating harshness or digital distortion.
Ideal for adding brightness to the highs (e.g., 10kHz–15kHz) and body to the lows (e.g., 50Hz–100Hz), even on pre-mixed material.

2. Finishing with Analog Warmth
The Hammer Mk2 algorithm models tube-style circuits, delivering a rich, open sound that's great for finishing a track with an elegant analog touch.

3. Powerful Tonal Shelves
Shelves commonly used in SPEKTR3 racks:
Low shelf: smooths or enhances bass with musicality.
High shelf: adds air and openness to the sound.
Combined, these shelves create the width and presence typical of analog mastering.

4. Color EQ
In the rack, this doesn't replace surgical EQs like the FabFilter Pro-Q3 or DMG Equilibrium, but rather complements them with a musical, textural approach.
It serves as the final step in tonal refinement, after more technical adjustments.

In a nutshell:
Function in the SPEKTR3 RACK Description

Brightness and openness

Smooth high-frequency enhancement (e.g., "air" at 12kHz–16kHz)

Body and warmth

Accentuates bass with musical smoothness (without muddying)

"Musical" EQ that doesn't sound digital or harsh, ideal for mastering

Tonal finishing

Final layer of coloration and texture

Analog sound signature

Emulates tube circuits of high-end studio EQs

A typical Hammer Mk2 preset for use at the end of the SPEKTR3 chain (e.g., in 2-bus/master)

Custom Kush Audio Hammer Mk2 presets, all optimized for use within the SPEKTR3 PRO-EQ Mastering Racks concept, in the following formats:

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