Which EQ is best suited to live sound situations?
Graphic EQs
Graphic EQs are particularly well suited to live sound situations, where the engineer can make rapid decisions with clearly marked sliders, without having to worry about fine-tuning each frequency band. This approach can also be taken in a mix where broader tonal strokes are desired.
Should you EQ every track?
You should not EQ every track in your mix automatically. Each track should be listened to on its own merits, and if it requires some EQ to sit in the mix well, then apply some to that track. If a track sits well in the mix without any EQ, then do not apply any.
What is the purpose of making audio EQ adjustments?
Frequency Basics Overview Equalization (“EQ” for short) is essentially reducing or increasing the volume level of certain frequencies in an audio signal to make them less prominent or more prominent (quieter or louder).
What do the different Hz mean on equalizer?
EQ frequency controls use these numbers to describe the tonal range of the audio spectrum and allow us to find specific frequencies and make adjustments to them. Low frequencies like 40 Hz and 100 Hz describe lower tones. High frequencies like 5 kHz and 10 kHs describe higher tones.
How do you choose EQ?
Normally, you’ll find whichever EQ point is closest to the frequency you want to boost or reduce, and then simply move it to the exact spot you’d like for the desired effect. Turning the boost or gain knob up or down determines how much you are boosting (or reducing) your chosen frequency in decibels.
Does EQ sound different?
We needn’t get bogged down in technical details — suffice it to say a digital EQ that emulates one particular type of analog EQ can indeed sound “different” when compared to a digital EQ that emulates a different analog EQ design because these EQs will have different frequency response curves and slopes.
Should you EQ the master track?
Why Is EQing Your Master So Important? Applying EQ as part of your mastering process is a really valuable tool. It can allow you to get way more out of your mastering process, and it’s a huge help in finalizing your tracks and getting more of a sense of coherence across a body of work.