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Equalizer

Hi All,
So my Bryson Pi came in and I’ve played it now for a couple of days. I must say that in many ways, I find it to be better than I expected. The bass may be a little light for my taste and I was wondering if anyone might know of a way to boost the lower frequencies. The obvious choice, I’m guessing, would be an equalizer but that would mean some sort of eq software application and I don’t know if that would be compatible. My stereo is; the Pi running via Wireworld Platinum Starlight USB to an ISO Regen with LPS 1 linear power supply to an Ayer QB 9 Twenty DAC. I’m using Hi Diamond Interconnects to an ASR Emitter II Exclusive amplifier and Hi Diamond speaker cables to Quad 2905 ESL’s. I have a passive PS Audio line conditioner and various Akiko Audio Tuning sticks throughout. I will be adding my TeraDak linear power supply to the Pi soon. I still need to listen to my classical collection to interpret the cellos and double basses in order to get a clearer picture overall but with popular music, if I could get the slightest bit more low end, I’d be even happier! Any suggestions?Thanks!
goofyfoot
unsound
7,311 posts
 
Your only going to get so much bass from the Quads, tread lightly with the eq.
goofyfoot OP
1,324 posts
 
unsound, thanks and your right. The last thing I need to do is to arc my panels. After further listening I’m finding that my real issue is that my digital setup lacks the type of body or weight that I’m used to. Late last night I listened to DSD files and was happy with how that sounded so maybe the linear power supply might help. I should also consider a better power cable.
erik_squires
15,714 posts
 
I think you should consider a Schiit Loki.  It's inexpensive and will help you get a better feel for what you want.
goofyfoot OP
1,324 posts
 
Erik, I did my first streaming test, Nick Drake ‘Pink Moon’ and aside from hearing data transfer noise and a slightly unsteady stream, it sounded fine. If I have an issue at all, it’s that at times the sound lacks fullness but the tone and balance are fine so I’m not certain that the Loki will matter. I’m anxious to see whether or not I’ll hear an improvement with the linear power supply.
erik_squires
15,714 posts
 
Great! :)

What do you mean "data transfer noise" because I don't hear any.

Also, I do recommend going wired instead of wireless.

If you must go wireless, use an app like Wifi Analyzer to find the least congested channels.  I have one for my PC, and my Android phones, same ideas are out there for OS X and iPhone.
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