Reference Guide

984 ProChannel (Producer only)
interaction between Q and Level settings. The styles are as follows:
• Graph. Shows the equalization curve. Each band is identified by a unique color, and the sum of
all bands is displayed as a white line. Adjust the equalizer by manipulating the graph. For details,
see “To interact with the QuadCurve Equalizer graph” on page 968.
• To adjust a band’s gain, drag up/down.
• To adjust a band’s frequency, drag left/right.
• To adjust a band’s Q, hold down the ALT key and drag up/down.
Style Description Recommended for Curve
Hybrid Provides an unsymmetrical curve that
is very versatile. The curve is similar to
E-Type when boosting frequencies, but
has constant Q response in when
cutting frequencies.
Suitable for gentle fill EQ when
boosting, while also accurately
modifying troublesome resonance
frequencies when cutting.
• Resonance control for
drums and percussion
instruments
• Problem solving and
surgical correction of
frequencies.
Pure Provides a clean transparent mastering
style equalizer with a soft and gentle
curve.
•Overall EQ
• Buses
• Mastering
• Whenever you need to
apply subtle changes
over a wide spectrum.
E-Type Provides a curve that mimics a vintage
hardware equalizer. In this mode, the Q
response is constant at all Level
settings. This allows you to have a
narrow Q at low gain settings, which is
especially useful for drums. This mode
is less suitable for overall EQ or subtle
corrections, because you also need to
adjust the Q setting to maintain its
effect when adjusting the gain. This is a
very clinical and flexible EQ because it
has separate control over Q and Level.
•Drums
• Precision and problem
solving
• Whenever you need
relatively high Q at low
gain settings
G-Type Provides a curve that mimics a modern
hardware equalizer. In this mode, the Q
response is dynamic, meaning the Q is
reduced as you increase the Level, and
the effective bandwidth is increased for
low gain settings. This is a musical EQ
with a gentle Q curve.
•Overall EQ
• Subtle adjustments to
instruments and vocals
• Broad and musical tonal
balancing
Table 177. EQ types