Graphic vs Parametic EQ

[fwb_1234 10+ year member]

What's the difference?

If its a 3 band parametric is that good or bad compared to a 16 band graphic EQ?

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[helotaxi 5,000+ posts]

It all depends on what you need. Is you only have 3 problem areas, then that 3 band para would be fine. If you have more then you will probably need something different. The problem with graphic EQs especially ones that are 2/3 octave is that the bands might not be where you need them. If going with a graphic EQ for serious tuning, more bands are a must. 1/3 octave spacing is pretty much required. Now using both of those EQs together might work out pretty decent.

 

[XanderMoser 10+ year member]

A real parametric EQ has three things for each band: frequency, gain (or cut), and Q. Q is the "width" of the adjustment.

A graphic EQ has more bands, but the only thing you can adjust on them is the gain (or cut). You need a lot of bands to get a specific trouble spot. But using a graphic EQ is easier to get a general tuning. Parametric EQs are better for fixing specific frequency trouble spots.

 

[Rich B 5,000+ posts]

A graphic EQ is usually easier to setup, but less effective in dealing with severe frequency problems.