@yaluaka , I'm all for tone controls, digital EQ to be specific. That piece of equipment does not belong in a home HiFi system. You are obviously enamored by old stuff and perhaps old commercial stuff. Technology moves on.
I am not the only one who thinks this way. I am just more vocal about it. I am all about the most accurate sound. I am afraid the equipment you have is not going to get you there or even remotely close. You are entitled to be all about whatever it is you are looking for so don't listen to me. I am the resident PITA.