Anyone have a high powered system who is not running an eq?

[mgcauctions09 10+ year member]

I mean I am buying the parts to build my system. I am debating on whether or not to run an eq or epicenter? Is there anyone else with say 4000+ watts not run one? What are the advantages and disadvantages? I just feel like that's just more to hook up and set. Will I be ok with just using the settings from the headunit (kenwood excelon kdc-x693). By the way, Im not trying to win any sq competitions.

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[tRiGgEr 5,000+ posts]

Im not trying to win any sq competitions.

I wouldn't imagine.

But you answered your own question. If you feel you don't need it, then you don't need it.

 

[mgcauctions09 10+ year member]

I wouldn't imagine.
But you answered your own question. If you feel you don't need it, then you don't need it.

I am just getting opinions.

 

[tRiGgEr 5,000+ posts]

It's personal preference really. Does your HU have the EQ settings you require? most higher end units do, some even have the capability to run active. It's just a matter of what you require. If you require more than your HU can provide then run a separate EQ. Personally I have never needed one.

 

[Savag3 10+ year member]

an eq and an epicenter are both entirely different things

 

[mgcauctions09 10+ year member]

I know but I was meaning any extra add on to enhance the sound other than basic controls on headunit

 

[SRim23 5,000+ posts]

What do you mean by "enhance the sound"? are you running 4,000 watts to some subs and sticking with your stock speakers or are you talking full system with subs and some components? honestly with 4,000 watts it seems your goal is to be as loud as possible. worrying about an eq is pretty much pointless.

 

[mgcauctions09 10+ year member]

I want to get loud but still be able to control my sound to keep sq. Will a headunit be enough or will I need an eq

 

[t-money 10+ year member]

I want to get loud but still be able to control my sound to keep sq. Will a headunit be enough or will I need an eq

no one can tell you if you will benefit from a eq. Best thing to do is get everything installed and see how it sounds, make sure the installation is good and if you feel it's missing something than get a eq, but install everything first.

 

[snoopdan 5,000+ posts]

I run one, but it's really worthless since the subs are quite loud. When occupant's hair is blowing around they're usually not to interested in the SQ dynamics of it

 

[Cabin_Pressure 10+ year member]

Whats an EQ?

 

[tRiGgEr 5,000+ posts]

I want to get loud but still be able to control my sound to keep sq. Will a headunit be enough or will I need an eq

Are you dense, dumb, blind or all of the above. I answered your question already.