Connecting a Graphic EQ to a DAC and AMP.

[N3XED]

I was just wondering if plugging in a graphic EQ like this here:
https://www.amazon.com.au/FBQ800-BEHRINGER-MINIFBQ/dp/B000MJ406Y#customerReviews

Would give me a little more control over my audio, specifically for my headphone experience. I'm told that the best configuration is DAC > EQ> AMP. Is this so? And Does it have any negatives? Also keep in mind this is strictly for my listening experience, nothing more.

thanks!

 

[ADUHF]

Yes, an analog EQ like the Behringer goes between the source (DAC, in this case) and the amp. I actually considered trying this EQ with my setup. But they seemed to be sold out everywhere that I looked. The downsides are that it might possibly degrade the sound quality by a small amount, due to the lower cost components and build-quality of the unit. And you'll be limited to just the 9 preset bands of control (which, depending on your situation, may be more than adequate for your needs).

May I ask though why you're considering using something like this versus a digital EQ on your player, that could potentially provide more discrete control and less distortion? The main reason I considered an analog EQ like the above for my own setup is that I'm using multiple audio sources with my headphones. And some don't have support for digital EQs.

A DAC or amp/dacamp with some built-in EQ functions might be another alternative. But it might run more $$.

 

[ProtegeManiac]

I was just wondering if plugging in a graphic EQ like this here:
https://www.amazon.com.au/FBQ800-BEHRINGER-MINIFBQ/dp/B000MJ406Y#customerReviews

Would give me a little more control over my audio, specifically for my headphone experience. I'm told that the best configuration is DAC > EQ> AMP. Is this so? And Does it have any negatives? Also keep in mind this is strictly for my listening experience, nothing more.

thanks!

It's not the best...it's the only way to hook up an analogue EQ. Unless you use digital EQ like what Audiocontrol and ///////ALPINE make for cars, although older units still have analogue inputs only for system integration but newer models have USB input. These will replace your DAC as well.

What source are you using? If you're using a computer of some kind you can use software EQ that can give you more control over the EQ settings.