True. Our ear canals, by their internal shape, are optimized for 2k to 4k frequencies - any thing above or below will very likely cause a change in tonal perception and (definitely) how we perceive relative loudness of certain frequencies. Of course, there is still such a thing as a poorly designed volume pot - but I don't believe the "... shift in tonal balance that results from the changes in impedance caused by the varying positions of the volume control" argument holds any water.
Tone changes with volume
Has anyone ever noticed how tonality changes depending on volume setting. I thought it was just me until I saw this review of the LW-1 passive preamp:
LW-1 review
"The X-coupler is designed for a wide range of combinations and can drive amplifier loads as low as 10k ohms. This, in theory, should help reduce the shift in tonal balance that results from the changes in impedance caused by the varying positions of the volume control."
Maybe I'm not crazy after all :-)
LW-1 review
"The X-coupler is designed for a wide range of combinations and can drive amplifier loads as low as 10k ohms. This, in theory, should help reduce the shift in tonal balance that results from the changes in impedance caused by the varying positions of the volume control."
Maybe I'm not crazy after all :-)