I'm currently using (digital parametric) EQ in an active, tri-amped setup. While no EQ has zero negative influence on the sound, I usually find that the sonic advantages very often outweigh the sonic disadvantages...and below roughly a 100hz or so those sonic disadvantages seem to evaporate.
Should Equalizers make a comeback?
Some like warm, some like bright, some like neutral. Should hardware equalizers make a comeback? Basically aren't Marantz and Rotel amps just rolled off a tiny bit in upper end? In the recording world, you can buy a one box Focusrite mic preamp emulator that seeks to recreate the classics from the past (I'm sure it lacks in pure sound quality from the originals). Would something like this work for audiophiles?
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I just picked up the RME adi-2 DAC and it has a great 5 band PEQ, tone controls, and loudness. I usually run it no EQ and it sounds great but at lower volume and non critical listening the Loudness contour is awesome. It is adjustable too with respect to dB level for bass and treble and the point on the volume scale that it tapers off. This DAC is incredible for the money |
Legacy Audio makes an EQ box that's supposed to be the cat's pajamas. https://legacyaudio.com/products/view/wavelet-dac-preamp-crossover/ |
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