EQ Basics

What are the key terminologies associated with EQ in Music Tech?

What does EQ stand for?

• Equalizer

• Equality

• Equation

• Equilibrium

What is the primary function of an EQ?

• To alter the pitch of specific frequencies

• To alter the volume of specific frequencies

• To create new frequencies

• To eliminate frequencies

What is the unit of measurement for frequency in EQ?

• Watts

• Decibels

• Ohms

• Hertz

What does a high pass filter do?

• Cuts frequencies below a certain point

• Boosts frequencies below a certain point

• Cuts frequencies above a certain point

• Boosts frequencies above a certain point

What shape is mostly used in the middle frequency spectrums?

• Filter

• Triangle

• Shelf

• Bell

What does the 'Q factor' control in an EQ?

• The volume level

• The frequency range

• The number of frequencies affected

• The width of the frequency band

What is the frequency range of human hearing?

• 20 Hz to 20 kHz

• 10 Hz to 10 kHz

• 30 Hz to 15 kHz

• 5 Hz to 25 kHz

What is a common undesirable sound in vocal recordings that can be removed with EQ?

• High-pitched ringing

• Mid-range woofy sound

• Harmonics

• Sibilance

What is the purpose of boosting a narrow band and sweeping through frequencies?

• To identify and cut problematic frequencies

• To increase the overall volume

• To create a unique sound effect

• To identify and enhance desired frequencies