The Drawmer 500 Series distils the company’s renowned processing heritage into the compact API format, offering modern studios powerful, space-efficient tools without sacrificing sonic integrity. Each module delivers the same unmistakable Drawmer tone, robust engineering and long-term reliability that engineers depend on, whether in high-end facilities or project studio setups.
As with every Drawmer product, all modules in the 500 Series are designed and hand-built in the UK.
The Drawmer MQ-1 is a single-channel, seven-band proportional-Q equalizer inspired by the iconic Motown EQ. Its CRUSH circuit adds harmonic saturation and unmistakable analogue warmth, delivering enhanced weight, presence and airy top-end sparkle.
The Drawmer MQ-2 is a stereo seven-band proportional-Q equalizer and compressor for the 500 Series, blending Motown-inspired curves with musical dynamics control. The CRUSH circuit introduces rich harmonic saturation for classic analogue fatness, warmth and shimmer.
The Drawmer DS101 brings the industry-standard gate to the 500 Series, built on the precision of a single DS201 channel. With variable HP/LP filters, complete envelope control and flexible linking, it delivers transparent, surgical and creative gating in any workflow.
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I picked up two of their 500 Series modules and I’m blown away. The noise floor is low, the gain is clean, and the knobs feel like they belong on a much pricier unit. They’ve definitely become permanent residents in my… Read more
I picked up two of their 500 Series modules and I’m blown away. The noise floor is low, the gain is clean, and the knobs feel like they belong on a much pricier unit. They’ve definitely become permanent residents in my signal chain.
We needed hardware that looks good in client-facing environments and performs consistently. Their products tick both boxes. The minimalist design is beautiful on camera, and the durability has been excellent.
The dynamics processor is ridiculously good. Smooth compression, no weird pumping, and the controls respond exactly as expected. It’s become my go-to for vocals and acoustic guitars.
We installed their signal distribution system across two rooms, and it’s been flawless. Zero hum, zero dropouts. The build quality is impressive — you can tell it’s made to last. Easily one of our best purchases this year.
Our studio upgraded to their 19″ rackmount units and the improvement was immediate. The layout is intuitive, connections are rock solid, and the unit hasn’t glitched once. Setup took minutes and everything just works.
I’ve been mixing on these studio monitors for the past three months, and the clarity is honestly next level. The stereo imaging is tight, the low end is controlled, and the build feels solid. It’s the first time I’ve used… Read more
I’ve been mixing on these studio monitors for the past three months, and the clarity is honestly next level. The stereo imaging is tight, the low end is controlled, and the build feels solid. It’s the first time I’ve used monitors in this price range that actually translate well outside the studio.
