Acoustic guitar has a lot of key frequency ranges which each contribute different things to the overall tone. Adjustments in each and any one of these areas will yield a very different tone, not to mention correct (or cause) problems in the overall tone. As such, it’s important to understand the full frequency spectrum of
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Dynamic EQ is a specialized type of EQ which gives you an additional ability over a typical parametric EQ. This is the ability to attenuate or boost a certain frequency range exclusively when that particular range reaches a certain threshold in gain. Let’s talk how to use dynamic EQ and why it’s oftentimes preferable over
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In the world of audio mixing gurus, you may hear someone praise linear phase EQ as being far superior to “regular” EQ. Let’s set the record straight and identify what is linear phase EQ, how it’s different than regular EQ, and if and why you should use it. What is Linear Phase EQ Linear phase
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As I’ve covered in the past, Pultec EQ is a specific type of EQ which imparts a tone which you can’t easily replicate via more objectively transparent, clean EQs. Plugins like the free PTEq-X work to replicate the analog, tube driven sound of the Pultec EQ, and feature all the same parameters and capabilities, including
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Rap vocals are all about a strong fundamental in the low frequencies as well as strong overtones and presence and clarity in the higher frequencies. Let’s talk how to EQ rap vocals to achieve all of these things and get your vocals sounding like professional mixes. How to EQ Rap Vocals Speaking of professional mixes,
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