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Which frequency to adjust if voices/mids give me a headache.

I just picked up an NAD M10 v2 and two sets of speakers (Wharfedale 4.2 and Lintons to try).  I know I'm really sensitive to mids/highs (not sure which).  Voices seem to bother me. I've done Dirac room correction and both sets of speakers still bother me a bit.  These are not bright speakers I know.  

Within Dirac I can adjust some frequencies and then save to the M10.  What frequency should I target first and any thoughts on how many db I should adjust? 

Btw - never had any issues with Diamond 225 speakers.  But I'm ready to upgrade. 

Thanks! 

wrecked
erik_squires
16,552 posts
 

Hey OP,

If your room is too lively it can accentutate the hash in the upper octaves, so consider that first.

Otherwise, it's hard to tell without knowing exactly which voices.  Can you give an example of recordings you are having trouble with?

erik_squires
16,552 posts
 

Something else to consider is that some speakers sound much better off-axis than on.  If they are pointing straight at your head you may find it easier to listen with less toe-in.

ghdprentice
7,491 posts
 

@erik_squires 

 

Also, the better the equipment the more natural the sound and the less harsh and fatiguing it is. 

newbee
4,794 posts
 

To answer your question, if I had an equalizer of the 10 band type, I’d lower the slider in the 1500/1600 hz range 3db. WAG for sure! I know nothing about Dirac.

wrecked OP
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@erik_squires Good question.  I'll listen later and see which voices are the most bothersome.  The room does have a lot of hard surfaces but I've had this problem all my life no matter what room. 

@newbee Thanks I'll try adjusting those frequencies.  

 

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