Is there an advantage using the Filter block instead of an EQ?

[tjontheroad]

I'm experimenting with the Filter block but not understanding the difference in using it instead of a EQ block. I've read the wiki but not certain of its best application.

Please enlighten me. How are you using it?

 

[barhrecords]

I'm experimenting with the Filter block but not understanding the difference in using it instead of a EQ block. I've read the wiki but not certain of its best application.

Please enlighten me. How are you using it?

I've always thought the #1 advantage was the Filter block uses the least amount of CPU.

The GEQ block does offer some different EQ types. I really like the 5-band passive GEQ type. It's easy for me to use.

 

[Smittefar]

I just find The filter Block faster to set up.

It's is just a simple EQ

 

[FractalAudio]

The filter block can be thought of as a one-band parametric EQ. Use it when you just need a simple EQ. For example, I often use it after the cab block as a lowpass (around 7-8 kHz). I could do the same in the cab block but I like being able to see the frequency response and having control over the Q.

 

[tjontheroad]

The filter block can be thought of as a one-band parametric EQ. Use it when you just need a simple EQ. For example, I often use it after the cab block as a lowpass (around 7-8 kHz). I could do the same in the cab block but I like being able to see the frequency response and having control over the Q.

Thanks for the info. This is what I kinda thought. Just wasn't sure if I might be missing some extra magic

 

[Jeff Engler]

The filter block has X/Y states, while the GEQ or PEQ blocks do not. Useful when used as a boost to have 2 different boost levels available.

 

[iaresee]

You can assign modifiers to the filter block so you can have dynamic, single-band parametric EQ.