A device that makes different pitches of sound louder or quieter and can be used for equalization. It is basically a glorified bass and treble control.
Electrical network in which phase delay or gain varies with frequency to compensate for an undersized amplitude or phase characteristic in a frequency-dependent transmission line.
There are two main types--graphic and parametric. They are used to modify the frequency content of an audio signal. Graphic EQs are generally used for feedback suppression on mains and monitors, and sometimes for tone-shaping. They are multiband fixed-frequency constant-Q (as a rule) devices. Parametrics are multiband variable-frequency variable Q devices. They can be used to boost or (more commonly) cut specific frequencies. BTW, in the sense it's used here,"Q" refers to the width of the notch that is being cut or boosted. You can sweep the frequency of a parametric equalizer until the notch is directly over a feedback node, then broaden the Q and/or deepen the notch to take it out.
Based on the root word, equal, an equalizer is an audio device whose function is to equal out the tonal characteristics of a sound. At least that was the idea back in the days when they were first conceived as a tool used to get flat response in telephone lines and to make up for the deficiencies in audio equipment and acoustic spaces. Nowadays it could more aptly be named an "unequalizer" since they are more often used creatively to alter the relative balance of frequencies to produce desired tonal characteristics in sounds. An equalizer has the ability to boost and/or cut the energy ( amplitude) in specified frequency ranges by employing one or more filter circuits. There are many different types of EQ's in use today in many widely varying applications, but they fundamentally all do the same thing.
an electronic device used to filter differing frequencies within a signal to modify tone.
Device used to compensate for undesired sound system characteristics or room acoustics.
a device used on RF distribution Systems to compensate for cable or amplifier loss and provide a flat overall frequency response.
A network which corrects a circuit's transmission characteristics. It may correct for gain-slope (non-linear frequency response) or for delay distortion.
An adjuster; a leveler. A device for distributing a load equally over several parts.
A frequency-dependent amplifier that enables a recording or... ( more)
A component that uses discrete controls to adjust narrow ranges of an audio source to compensate for equipment, room, or source anomalies.
A circuit or device that allows the user to adjust the amplitude of a controlled range of frequencies without affecting others. Example: the bass and treble controls on a home or car stereo system are equalization controls. Each allows you to adjust one part of the frequency spectrum by cutting (turning down) or boosting (turning up) that part. Very sophisticated equalizers allow the user to determine the frequency, how much it affects the surrounding frequencies, and the cut or boost of the signal. see also graphic equalizer; parametric equalizer
A device for adjusting the frequency response of a signal or system.
electronic equipment that reduces frequency distortion
a device that alters a sound by boosting or reducing selected frequencies
a device that can alter the spectral content of a signal
a device which compensates for unequal length or stretch of a rope
a flexible, precise tone control located in an audio editing application that contains bass and treble controls
a frequency-domain electrical device that cannot correct time-domain acoustical problems
a "level control" for certain rangers of frequencies
a method of anticipating and or detecting any unfair advantages the player might have, and adjusting the difficulty accordingly
an audio device that permits us to boost or cut the amplitude (level) of any given part of the spectrum, independent of the rest of the spectrum
an option to augment the sound of an audio file
a system used to create a sound that matches the listener's preferences by adjusting the emphasis in each frequency range
a tone control device that is divided into many bands
a tone controller by changing loudness levels of individual frequencies
a two-dimensional device, in which the horizontal position of any given slide represents the frequency it will control
A function that adjusts the sound by boosting/cutting a specific frequency band of the sound that is input to that channel. A four-band parametric equalizer with adjustable frequency (*see entry) is provided on every channel of the AW series workstations.
is a device or computer algorithm that boost or cuts the volume of specific bands of frequencies in an audio signal.
In a cable amplifier it is typically a small, plug-in device used to compensate for the fact that coaxial cable attenuation varies as the square root of frequency.
"Tone" controls. This can be as simple as one rotary knob to a very complex 1/6th octave equalization device. Most Mixers have three or four bands of equalization. (Low, Mid High, or Low, Low-Mid. High Mid and High). Better consoles allow the two mid bands to "sweep." The operator can adjust the actual frequency of the equalization point. Better still is Parametric equalization, where the operator can adjust gain, frequency and with of the band which is to be altered.
A device for selectively cutting or boosting selected parts of the audio spectrum. "Equalisation" refers to the practice of adjusting the balances of varying bands of musical frequency to achieve a better tonal balance and blend.
A rather inappropriate name for multiple tone controls, since they have many functions other than just compensation. But that's what they've been called for 30 years and if we started calling ours Bzerndnyxx's, you wouldn't know what we were talking about.
A device that permits the precise control of specific frequency ranges. Examples are: Graphic, Parametric, Notch Filter, Cut only.
A device consisting of adjustable filters that can change the frequency response of an audio system. Equalizers can compensate for frequency response aberrations in loudspeakers, loudspeaker/room combinations, and also for adjusting the tonal balance of recordings. See also: Graphic Equalizer, Parametric Equalizer, Tone Controls, EQ
An electronic circuit that introduces compensation for frequency discriminative effects of elements within the television system, particularly long coaxial transmission systems.
Equipment designed to compensate for loss and delay frequency effects within a system. A component or circuit that allows for the adjustment of a signal across a given band.
A component designed to alter the frequency balance of an audio signal. Equalizers may be graphic, parametric, or a combination of both.
An audio system component that allows for the adjustment of the volume of specific frequency bands. Typical equalizers allow adjustment for each octave or one-third octave (see definition).
An electronic component that alters the frequency balance of an audio signal.
A user-adjustable device or circuit that modifies the frequency response of a signal passing through it.
A component designed to alter the frequency balance of an audio signal. also see: AKA: Antonym: Source: http://www.the12volt.com/glossary/glossary.asp
Electronic device used to boost or attenuate certain frequencies. "EQ"
A sheave or bar which compensates for unequal length or stretch of the hoisting rope(s) or swinging of the load block.
A device used to boost or reduce specific frequency ranges.
Electronic set of filters used to boost or attenuate certain frequencies.
A circuit or program that changes the frequency response of a signal, boosting or cutting selected ranges from the overall response.
An electronic device used to change the frequency response of a given audio signal; a device which provides signal equalization.
A device used to cut and boost individual frequencies of an audio signal using a number of filters. The name "equalizer" comes from the original application of correcting distorted audio signals to sound closer to the original source. Graphic Equalizer and Parametric Equalizer are different types of equalizers used by audio equipment and software Plug-In.
Winamp component that allows audio tweaking for optimal sound quality.
A software device that allows you to adjust musical frequencies such as bass and treble to control the quality of output.
A device that compensates for distortion due to signal attenuation and propagation time with respect to frequency. It reduces the effects of amplitude, frequency and/or phase distortion.
Audio device with multiple frequency controls for adjusting sound tone quality. Often abbreviated as simply 'EQ'.
Exactly the same as a 'Graphic Equalizer' on a hi-fi system, this allows you to make adjustments to the overall tone of the instrument.
There are many types of equalizers, but most use discrete controls to vary rather narrow sections of the response range of a sound system to reduce speaker, room, or recording anomalies. Tone controls are wide-band equalizers, as are low-bass "subwoofers." Equalizers are also used in recording studios to deal with the same problems as home units.
Sheave or bar utilized in rigging to compensate for unequal hoist rope length provides for equal distribution of force.