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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?
aberyclark
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theo
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I guess in some equipment they have taken it a step further with Auto Room Correction. I personnaly like tone controls but my surrent pre-amp doesn't have it. I had a McIntosh that did and on some recordings I wish I could attentuate the treble. So maybe an EQ would be a nice way to provide that.
vegasears
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Yes! I use the EQ in iTunes(mac mini server & dac)and it's got me thinking about buying one. My room is bright. I've used the eq to tune the room. A good equalizer will be cheaper than acoustic treatments, even if I make them myself.
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kr4
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I do not see how the iTunes EQ can possibly "tune the room." It cannot do what proper acoustical treatments can do not can it do what a DSP-based room EQ can do.

That said it can be useful for implementing personal preferences and patching the balance of problematic recordings. A good tone control.

Kal
vegasears
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Kr4, I stand corrected. I've tuned my system to better perform in my bright room.
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blueranger
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Why would you want to pollute your sound?
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