ART HQ231 Graphic Equalizer Two Channel 31 Band Constant Q Filtering Feedback Detection Circuit

I previously owned the ART EQ355 and have since upgraded to this model. The ART HQ231 outperforms the competition in every way. It has lighted sliders that display level and frequency-specific intensity (flashing with frequency when approaching 0dB). To put it another way, it allows you to see where the bandwidth's "hot spots" are. It's got a three-dimensional look to it. It has a removable three-prong power cord and is slightly heavier than the EQ355. The feet aren't cushioned. if the item is stored outside of the rack I needed to go to Lowe's and purchase some rubber bump feet. The THD of this unit is zero. 01%. There's no humming or hissing, and there's no hum. ART HQ231 is, in my opinion, where the firm did its homework. br>br>I'm using it with my 15-inch subwoofer cabs and a Behringer 1,200-watt amp. For some reason, this EQ helped to balance out the sound. Q-control and feedback control This EQ has a built-in balance feature that is not user-disabled. Probably "exactly" what I was looking for but didn't realize it. It has unbalanced RCA jacks in and out, so it's definitely suitable for home use. If you have access to an XLR connector at home, you can use it. It is strongly suggested. There are many higher-quality, low-cost XLR cables available that are properly shielded. The majority of RCA interconnect cables are a waste of money. This unit has made me very happy. br>br> I'm still using the old EQ in a different (smaller) project. What you pay for is exactly what you get. It's well worth the money to purchase this unit.

Ezra Thornton

| Mar 10, 2021

This is an excellent product that is well-made and simple to put together. A frequency that is feeding back is easy to spot because it glows brightly. It is more difficult to simply ring out a room because, for example, when someone speaks, many of the frequency channels light up. Determining which of those lighting channels is responsible for the ring can be difficult. The lights flash on and off, making it difficult to tell which is the brighter. However, I believe that with practice, I will improve. The product itself is excellent, and it appears to have no negative impact on sound quality. There is no hum or distortion in my sound path when I use it. It comes highly recommended from me.

Autumn Wong

| Jun 14, 2021

231 is a one-of-a-kind product, and I enjoy working with analog: I realize it takes up more room, but it allows me to see everything at a glance. At music festivals, I usually run three to six monitor mixes, so being able to detect feedback frequencies quickly is critical. There are three of these units in my possession. with the high-definition- 231 I can almost "see" where feedback will occur before it actually occurs. It's easy to tell which of the six channels requires attention. After much deliberation, I decided to take a chance on the product's design and concept. It was well worth it!.

Knox CHADWICK

| Oct 28, 2021

Although it was a little more expensive than similar 31 band stereo FLS Eqs, I decided to give it a try because I already owned some other ART products. br>So far, it hasn't let me down; I'm using it for two monitors, and the FBS is a godsend for touch-ups after the system has rung out. br>A good solid chassis with good performance and I/O options. br>br>Even though it isn't a long throw fader, it has enough adjustment for most applications.

Musa McKenzie

| Jul 08, 2021

Very well constructed, with excellent eq. It is deafeningly quiet, making no noise of its own. Capable of making minor adjustments. The lights are a real treat, and they're a nice bonus.

Willow Mullins

| May 28, 2021

Nice!!.

Pearl Sampson

| Aug 01, 2021

I wasn't expecting it to be as solid as it was. That's exactly what I needed. It's simple to identify the frequency of problems. It's not as precise as a parametric or feedback eliminator like the Sabine or DBX (both of which I have), but most of the time I just want something simple, so this suffices.

Alfredo Colling

| Mar 19, 2021

China is the source of this product. Today, I got the package. I was excited to try it out because I wanted to see how it handled feedback (which is why I paid over $100 more for it than other brands/models). As a result, I linked it to my previously-mentioned un-mentioned un I connected my powered speakers to the output of the powered mixer, set all sliders to the middle position, and then turned everything on. Unit was turned on. br>br> So I took out my microphone and turned up the mixer's output until I heard feedback. I didn't notice any flashing or blinking on the device. The LEDs on all sliders stayed on. I'm pretty sure it's not in bypass mode because the Bypass indicators were turned off. But, just to be sure, I pressed the Bypass button, which resulted in a loud pop from my speakers. To be safe, I turned down the volume on my speakers and pressed the bypass button again; there was that loud pop noise once more. br>br>I also noticed that none of the Line-level LEDs were turned on. So I adjusted the unit's Level, turning it all the way up to maximum, and no LED was even turned on. I turned off my speaker and turned up the mic volume, but there was no light on the Line level LED at all. So I put in a CD and turned up the mixer's outputs. br>br> Even so, none of the Line level LEDs were turned on. The LED on the slider was still on. br>br>That's all there is to Feedback Detection Control. That's a lot of money for $300. I'm going to pack it up and return it.

Eliana Ward

| Mar 27, 2021