Waves JJP Analog Legends

JJP Analog Legends

Rare EQ and compression from Puig’s personal collection

Rare, Coveted EQ and Dynamics Processors

Jack Joseph Puig (U2, Green Day, Lady Gaga) is among the world’s elite of mixing engineers. Over time, he’s sought out the finest examples of the Fairchild 660/670 compressors and Pultec EQP-1A/MEQ-5 equalizers—then added them to his personal collection.

Now, thanks to Waves’ precision modeling, you have unlimited access to the most sought-after gear in audio history. Modeled with care from immaculately maintained units hand-picked by JJP, these plugins give your every nuance of the originals.

The Timeless Quality of Tubes and Transformers

The Holy Grail of Tube Compressors

The Fairchild 660 and 670 compressors are incredibly rare—just finding one is almost impossible. Waves was especially fortunate to model these expertly maintained and calibrated units from JJP’s personal collection.

Natural Tube Dynamics

Whether used as a compressor or limiter, the 660/670’s fast attack, natural release, and lack of the “thumps” that often plague compressor attacks make these units ideal for all instruments, voice, and as master bus “glue.”

Sleek, Honeyed Passive EQ Tone

With their gentle, yet effective, tone-shaping talents, the EQP-1A (high and low frequencies) and MEQ-5 (midrange frequencies) set a standard for passive EQs that has endured for over half a century.

The EQP-1A’s Secret Sound

Even though boost and attenuation are centered on the same frequency, applying them simultaneously creates a unique resonant shelf—not cancellation. Many hits have used this quirk to great effect.

Midrange Mastery

Savor the MEQ-5’s smooth midrange tonality for voice, acoustic guitar, piano, and more—not just mastering—with low-mid boost at 5 frequencies, mid dip at 11 frequencies, and high-mid boost at 5 frequencies.

Rigorous Attention to Detail

These models embody the richness and texture of the originals—the warmth of transformers, the sweetness of harmonic distortion, and even an optional hint of hum for period-accurate authenticity.

PuigChild Compressor

Rare, expensive and effective, the Fairchild 660 and 670 were the pinnacle of 1950s compression technology. Their open, warm sound and fast attack made them ideal for creative transient shaping and for ‘gluing’ mixes via stereo bus compression.

PuigChild brings you this classic sound, modeled to the last sonic detail under the close supervision of Grammy-winning producer/engineer Jack Joseph Puig, from his own favorite units.

PuigTec EQs

Pultec’s passive EQs—introduced over 50 years ago—became mainstays for mastering, as well as for vocals, bass, guitar, and more. With their gentle tone-shaping talents, the EQP-1A (highs and lows) and MEQ-5 (midrange) set a standard for passive EQs that remains unchallenged to this day.

Waves modeled these beautifully maintained, hand-crafted legends from the personal collection of Grammy-winning producer/mixer Jack Joseph Puig (John Mayer, Lady Gaga, Rolling Stones). Now they can help you shape your sound.