I have a Schiit LOKIUS 6-band EQ, signal coming from a LAIV Harmony DAC then out to an Emotiva pre-amp to an Advance Paris power amp. You can flip a single switch and turn the Schiit’s EQ off to A/B test your results. I’ve found my Buchardt E50s need just a touch of boost in the BBC dip range.
To Equalize or Not to Equalize
I would love to get some advice from this forum; My Issue is that I find some music to be coming across kind of bright/harsh, especially as I get to higher volumes (say above 90db). My system and room is now static and not in play for change. I was wondering if anyone has advice on the effectiveness of an equalizer, and do you have any recommendations. Price could be up to $1-2K
Thanks All
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@erik_squires +1 sort out room first, then maybe an equalizer. Seems a more balanced solution than to cut off frequencies. |
I use an Elysia xfilter qube eq. I had the Loki Max and didn't like it. The bands were too wide. The Elysia is a studio eq. I can use it to add or subtract a bass or treble shelf. I can add or subtract gain and dial in the frequency I want. It also allows me to select a wide or narrow q factor. German made, class A, excellent specs. A little cheaper than the Loki. Unlike you, with my hearing, I usually need to add a slight treble shelf so I can hear those cymbals sizzle. |
DBX 2231 Dual Channel 31 bands, bypass, center detents ..... https://www.amazon.com/Generic-DBX2231-Graphic-Equalizer-Limiter/dp/B0GVSKSGPZ/ref=sr_1_2?sr=8-2 there may be better prices, I just checked Amazon |
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