Equalization (EQ)

What is equalization (EQ)?

Equalization (EQ) refers to balancing the bass, treble, or midtones to improve the audio mix so that the final video has better audio and sounds professionally produced.

What you need to know about equalization:

• To adjust EQ, you need to understand the basic frequency ranges: some text
  • Low (Bass): 20-250 Hz, adds depth and warmth.
  • Mid: 250 Hz-4 kHz, crucial for dialogue clarity.
  • High (Treble): 4 kHz-20 kHz, controls brightness and detail.
• You can use EQ to cut out unnecessary low frequencies like hums or high frequencies like hisses.
• Use gentle boosts or cuts to avoid distortion. For instance, boost mids for clearer dialogue or reduce lows to reduce background noise.

What is the purpose of equalization?

EQ balances and enhances audio by adjusting different frequency ranges. It helps improve clarity and remove background noise so that the final video sounds more professional.

Should I have EQ on or off?

Keep EQ on if your audio needs improvement so that you can improve the clarity of the sound, balance music (if there’s any), and reduce or remove unwanted sounds.

What frequencies should I EQ out?

• Low Frequencies (Below 80 Hz): Remove or reduce to cut out rumble or background noise.
• Mid-Low Frequencies (200-500 Hz): Cut slightly to reduce muddiness in dialogue or music.
• High Frequencies (Above 10 kHz): Reduce harshness or hiss but be careful not to overdo it and lose clarity.