• Parametric Eq Vs Graphic Eq Guitar
• Parametric Vs Graphic Eq To Tune Room
• Graphic Eq Vs Parametric X

In this new series on using equalizers (EQ), our man AB offers a very quick description of what an EQ is, and the various types of equalizers one can use. For this part, it’s Graphic EQ vs. Parametric EQ! Each has its advantages. A graphic EQ is easy to set and is very clear visually. Check this pic of John Scofield pedalboard, you can tell by the way the sliders look how it will sound On another hand parametric EQ are more complex to use, but once you get use to them, they're far superior if you want to taylor the sound precisely. A graphic EQ is designed to cut or boost level on equally spaced frequencies, such as 1/3-octave or octave spacing, with a preset bandwidth value. Parametric EQ, on the other hand, gives you fewer EQ bands, but with more control, letting you vary the center frequency of the boost or cut, as well as.

As far as I know, the difference is the centering and band shift controls given on a parametric, which the graphic lacks. Is that right? Or is there any more to it than that?Is it normal for parametrics to have less bands than graphics? By that, I mean the main band sliders.Is it okay or would it be considered 'wrong' (or superflous; or stupid?) to stack EQ VSTs by having a parametric and a graphic EQ both on one insert?Is there any particular advantage to a graphic EQ over a parametric? Or does the para make the graphic superflous, due to the extra fine tuning?Otherwise, what sort of situations would you say call for one over the other? Or is that a silly question?

It's not silly.I used to use graphic eq's only, but at some point I realised there are limitations (you cant change the Q for example. What if you want to do a narrow cut on a frequecy that does not show up on graphic eq? You try to compensate it with maybe two nearest faders, but thats not the real thing. Besides that how do you sweep the frequencies with graphic eq?).I have tried many parametric eq's now and the one I like the most is Fabfilter Pro-Q.

You can have up to 49? Handles, which is even more than the usual 31 bands on graphic eq + tons of other useful features. Otherwise, what sort of situations would you say call for one over the other?

Parametric Eq Vs Graphic Eq Guitar

Or is that a silly question?You'd generally use a graphic for dialing in a monitor system - To take chunks of 'problematic' audio out of speakers subject to feedback on stage. Parametrics for just about anything else (recording, mixing, etc.).As far as the number of available bands - Although certain plugs (like Pro-Q - A go-to here for that matter just for its flexibility) allow for more bands than others - If you need more than 3 or 4 bands on a single source, you're probably working with the wrong source and have bigger problems than which EQ you have handy. Graphics have more filters so there is a better chance one is near what you need. Parametric eq filters can be moved as needed so you don't need as many. You might use all the filters at once on a parametric, but it's not a good sign if you're using all the filters of a graphic.Parametrics are more precise, but graphics are faster and simpler so are typically better for live use during the gig for tonal adjustments or feedback control. Parametrics in live use are generally set ahead of time to even out the response of speaker systems based on measurements.

Parametric Vs Graphic Eq To Tune Room

Graphic Eq Vs Parametric X

Graphics are faster and simpler so are typically better for live use during the gig for tonal adjustments or feedback control.