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DEQX Beginner seeking advice

Hello DEQX Users,

I have a demo PreMate on loan for 2 weeks. That is not much time, given the complexity of setup. For now, I am skipping speaker calibration and trying to get room EQ running well. It is the bass in my sealed basement room that's the problem most in need.

1. Is there an online tutorial on this?  I looked at Nyal Mellor's YouTube entry, but I'm looking for something a little more detailed (but less than the manual).

2. Is it true that DEQX room EQ (unlike the TacT 2.2X I own) is applied to both channels, and can't be used to equalize each channel independently?

3. Is it also true that (unlike the TacT), a DEQX main/sub configuration does not automatically set time delays and levels relative to the mains? If so, how do most users accomplish this?

I will appreciate for any tips/help. At first impression, the DEQX DAC and xover sound considerably cleaner than the old TacT, but the complexity of setup is rather daunting.

Thanks!
Mike

P.S. I trust that starting a new thread is the right thing here, rather than hijacking the long, interesting, existing one.
mike_in_nc

Showing 1 response by erik_squires

erik_squires
15,872 posts
 
Actually, plugging ports is a good thing to do when using active EQ. :)

It reduces the acoustic order from 4th to 2nd, and increases dynamic range. 

The end result is a 4th order electro+acoustic high pass instead of 6th order, not to mention the group delay effects caused by the port.  This is why THX specifies sealed satellites.

It's not absolutely mandatory, but if you want the absolute highest dynamic range and easiest integration it's good practice.

Best,

Erik
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