Voice Equalization Quiz

What is the primary purpose of using an equalizer on voice recordings?

• To make a bad recording sound good

• To completely change the character of a voice

• To add new frequencies to a recording

• To bring out more of what makes the recording good

What is the recommended approach when using EQ for voice recordings?

• Use narrow cuts and wide boosts

• Use wide cuts and narrow boosts

• Use only boosts

• Use only cuts

What is the effect of applying a high pass filter (ie low cut) to a voice recording?

• It boosts all frequencies

• It removes everything above a certain frequency

• It removes everything below a certain frequency

• It adds warmth to the voice

Which frequency range is typically associated with masculine voices?

• 2-6 kHz

• 300-400 Hz

• 160-260 Hz

• 80-180 Hz

What should you do if a voice recording sounds too 'muddy'?

• Boost 300-400 Hz

• Boost 100-300 Hz

• Cut 300-400 Hz

• Cut 2-6 kHz

What is the recommended action if a voice recording sounds too sibilant?

• Cut 3-5 kHz

• Cut 80-100 Hz

• Boost 3-5 kHz

• Boost 100-300 Hz

In a home studio, what is a common issue that EQ can help address?

• Lack of warmth

• Perfect acoustics

• Room resonances

• Excessive high-end sparkle

What is the effect of using a low pass filter?

• It boosts all frequencies

• It cuts everything below a certain frequency

• It cuts everything above a certain frequency

• It adds new frequencies

What is the key to using EQ effectively on voice recordings?

• Making drastic changes

• Relying solely on EQ for good sound

• Using only boosts

• Subtlety and experimentation