Is your system still Analog if you use any form of DSP?


I see recommendations for the use of DSP in room adjustments, subwoofer integration, etc.... If I use DSP as a filter to split off my subs and reduce the load on my mains, is my system no longer analog???

maam522a

@rsf507 

It was an academic question.  My digital audio chain is excellent as is my analog chain.  I enjoy both equally.  The only thing that keeps me up at night is listening to more music when the world around me goes to sleep. 

The resolution of DSP is not limited by source material sampling rates and should have no real perceivable audible effects.  I would argue that the additional cables, connection points, and circuits required would have more effect on sound quality, but that was not the question either.

The horror! I use a Trinov preamp that has room measurement and correction. All source components travel through the preamp so are subject to its machinations. I am a heretic! 

Dsp and electronic crossovers are where it's at.we have so much to play and test with

The simplest analogy is anything done that requires software/firmware is considered digital,  That includes DSP that provide crossovers, time delay, filters, etc.  Anything manipulated or changed outside of software, done purely by electronic components (hardware, transistors, capacitors resistors, etc)), is considered analog.

Both forms have pros and cons.  Let your ears be the judge.