There are times when a system can definitely benefit from using a decent EQ. But my systems are so dynamic without an expander that I'd never use one of those; and I'd probably nix that Impulse noise reduction unit as well. I'd rather live with occasional ticks and pops than mess with the system's transient performance/capability.
Is there an audible difference using peripherals
Curious what you impression is of using separates to "enhance" overall sound. Basically, I'm using a .003%THD Amp/Preamp system accompanied w/an outboard 10 band EQ, DBX expander, and Impulse noise reduction unit for vinyls. These separates are NOT as clean and are all roughly .01% THD @ 1V.
Now I cannot detect any major audible differences, but the EQ definitely puts everything into perspective.
Should provoke some interesting responses. Since I run the outboard devices via my TAPE 1, I can easily switch back and forth depending on the recorded source material.
Now I cannot detect any major audible differences, but the EQ definitely puts everything into perspective.
Should provoke some interesting responses. Since I run the outboard devices via my TAPE 1, I can easily switch back and forth depending on the recorded source material.