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I know this is heresy, but...

I am interested in adding some sort of equalization within my system....tone controls for lack of a better analogy. I know that years ago Audio Control used to make a band equalizer. Anyone out there making that sort of device today? Basically I am looking to add a little more bottom to my system without adding a subwoofer or adding a lot of noise to the sound. Thoughts?
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cdc
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Can someone tell me if the DEQ2496 connected between the CDP and preamp is worse than between pre and power amp?

I am a little disappointed that, while the DEQ does not add colorations per se, it does add a slight haze to everything. Sound is slightly less clear, less crisp, and a bit more shut-in.

Would it work better in the digital domain vs. analog?
Or is everyone here using it as an analog eq?

Thanks
cdc
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Eldartford, if I follow you it is better the way I have it - in analog mode between CDP and preamp? Using my CDB's digital output instead, the DEQ2496 DAC sounded horrible. My ear was hurting (like my B&W's) within 5 minutes. Guess I'll have to buy another component :-(, DAC, so I can use the DEQ2496 digitally without its on-board DAC. I think the [http://enjoythemusic.com/magazine/equipment/0705/behringerultracurve2496.htm] review said there was some loss in analog mode but none digital. Although I can't find the exact quote now.

The haze in analog mode is not as bad as, say, the Creek 4330R's "Mosfet mist". Got rid of the Creek in a hurry May keep the DEQ but still don't like it though.

I noticed sometimes the DEQ2496 meter goes into the red. So you are saying I can adjust this on the DEQ so this does not happen? There is no such adjustment on my CDB. Burning yes, playing, no.
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