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Trust Schiit Loki

Some time ago I bought a Schiit Loki equalizer with the idea of improving the sound of poor recordings.
However, I have hardly ever used it, thinking, surely, the best sound must be the in the original signal.  And that an equalizer, no matter how good the reviews are, surely is going to corrupt the SQ.
I’ve only just now given up this purist delusion, and realize I can really enjoy the benefits of “fixing” the flaws inherent in some recordings.
It really is an amazing device. 
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theron_day
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I have recently used the Loki to cool off a Klipsch KG4 just a touch. Also has worked great for a rocker type speaker - Cerwin Vega LS-12 where the tweeter is way too forward, little bit off at 2k and a bigger cut at 8k. Bam now the CV is doing what it does and my ears aren't bleeding! :)
pokey77
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@b_limo 

@rvpiano - fully agreed. Everything has its place, including tone controls.
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rvpiano OP
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Coincidental to this thread, my set started to show signs of distortion.  I tracked the problem down to two preamp  Telefunken AU7 tubes past their prime.  I sent for replacements, and as a stopgap replaced the Telefunken with Amperex tubes I had handy.  The Amperex produced an unpleasant brightness that was unlistenable.  Loki to the rescue.  With my alternate default setting, the sound bloomed!  No compromises, or negative artifacts.
It s a remarkable device.
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lowrider57
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I'm thinking about adding a Loki to my all tube system. Music sounds wonderful except for some classical digital with the "edge" or harshness in the highs. Specifically close mic'd brass sections.

Has anybody tried using a linear power supply with the Loki? I'd hate to lose imaging or dynamics when using a wall-wart for power.


newbee
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FWIW, the Loki's wall wart is a 16v unit as opposed to the more normal 12v, if that makes any difference to you. 
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