Is DEQX a game changer?

Its true that this technology can make decent equipment sound like audiophile equipment. This is not an attractive feature for some, such as those who have invested megabucks in their analog gear, and some reviewers who are invested in the status quo. But then again even Mr Analog Jonathan Valin is now promoting DSP, although his editor is still stuck in the 20th century.

Wynnytsky, given the challenges imposed by your room, you might want to consider adding dual subwoofers. DSP plus dual subs is a match made in heaven.

Psag -- my preamp and my integrated don't have additional outputs for a sub so I'd have to use REL subs. This is sort of a blessing because I'm spared the additional expense of exploring this avenue.

For me the term DSP conjures up memories of Yamaha's church and hall effects. I wouldn't be surprised if audiophiles are turned off by DRC for that same reason.

For those who are steadfast against altering the signal instead of treating the problem (room, speaker, crossover, etc) I would say you should still purchase a DRC product. It's like a 3d virtual tour of what your system would be like if a team of Swedish engineers pimped your rig. You still get your money's worth even if you don't take the anechoic measurement or convolve each driver independently with bi/tri amplification.

I think in the future we'll see more audiophile DACs offering additional channels but less will be done in firmware and more will be done in software. Software will be able to operate the 3+ outputs to do bi/tri electronic EQ or steering 2ch music into 3ch audio, and DRC will be available on all channels. My interest in convolving a 3rd ch peaked a couple years back, but that didn't seem to be within my reach so I settled for DRC.

The DEQX home demo was completed last night. I am buying the DEQX.

Not being inclined to the use of vivid hyperbole, I do not think the DEQX is transformational. But I do think the improvements are considerable and significant enough for me to spring to buy the DEQX.

I will follow up with a more detailed report after I finish drafting and editing my thoughts.

More to follow.

BIF

Thanks Drewan.
Well Bif, can't say I'm even a little surprised based on all the favorable comments. I think you will now be the envy of many of us as you get to learn and dial in your new unit. Enjoy and please keep us in the loop. We'll all learn.

Congratulations, Bruce! Glad to hear that the time and effort you've put into this assessment has paid off.

Best,
-- Al