Equalization

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What is equalization / EQ?

Use equalization to:

1. To make an instrument sound clearer and more defined.

2. To make the instrument or mix sound bigger and larger than life.

3. To make all the elements of a mix fit together (separate frequency ranges)

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Types of EQ devices

Selectable Frequency

Parametric

Graphic

Notch Filter/Fixed Frequency

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Types of Filters (Curves)

Peak (bell)

Shelving

Band Reject (notch)

High pass (low cut)

Low pass (high cut)

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Also see the EQ Tips section