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Stereo EQ in the hifi world ...?

Every now and then (more often than not) I feel like I want to boost/cut some EQ beyond the capabilities of my amp. I know most purist guys will shy away from EQ ....any suggestions on a great stereo EQ that does not generate too much hiss/noise?

Looking at Technics / SAE etc....
thanks

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jmolsberg
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I use a decware zrock2 and I would not want to live without it, at least in my system.
n80
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I would go nuts with one of those EQs with dozens of sliders. OCD in overdrive.
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tommypenngotti OP
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I picked up an SAE EQ10 just to try it ....I had an SAE amp from the 80's worked great ...nice quality...I'll post my findings . 
n80
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How much was it if you don't mind my asking?
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glennewdick
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if you want an SAE stack let me know I know someone with enough SAE kit to make about three of them.

I diverge there sorry i'm in a humorous mood. but its true if you want.....

Luxman made a quality Eq in the mid 80's that had tone controls with cut off frequency adjustment. I had a similar option in a Luxman L560 and it was fantastic for what you need a tone control for.  having the ability to tailor the frequency range is much better then a blanket adjustment. you may find something from them similar in a newer version the Japanese don't have the hang up of tone controls like we do here in NA.

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