About the Rane ME 60 Rack Graphic Equalizer
The Rane ME 60 is a professional-grade, single-channel, 2/3-octave graphic equalizer designed for precise tonal shaping and feedback control in fixed-installation and touring sound reinforcement systems. Housed in a durable, single rack space unit, it provides 30 center frequency bands per channel, spaced at ISO-standard intervals across the audible spectrum from 25 Hz to 20 kHz. This fine resolution allows sound engineers and system technicians to surgically address problematic room resonances, correct for speaker response anomalies, and notch out specific feedback frequencies with a high degree of accuracy. Its operational design centers on simplicity and reliability, featuring vertical slide potentiometers that offer an intuitive visual representation of the applied EQ curve, enabling quick adjustments during sound check or in response to changing acoustic conditions during an event.
Constructed with audio purity in mind, the ME 60 utilizes high-quality internal components and a transparent signal path to ensure minimal noise and distortion, preserving the integrity of the source material. Each band provides up to 12 dB of cut or boost, with a detented center position for easy resetting to flat. The unit incorporates a range of professional features, including a front-panel bypass switch for instant A/B comparison between the processed and unprocessed signal, a level-matching output gain control, and comprehensive input and output level metering via LED bar graphs. These features collectively make it an indispensable tool for system tuning, allowing the engineer to dial in a system for flat, neutral response before applying artistic EQ for specific sources.
Built to withstand the demands of both road and rack, the ME 60 features a robust steel chassis, balanced XLR and 1/4" TRS inputs and outputs, and internally switched power supply for worldwide voltage compatibility. Its straightforward, no-nonsense interface avoids digital menu diving, offering immediate, hands-on control that many audio professionals prefer for critical system EQ tasks. Whether used as a dedicated equalizer for a main PA system, monitor sends, or specific problem channels, the Rane ME 60 delivers the precise filtering, rugged construction, and sonic transparency required for professional audio applications where reliable performance is paramount.