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A lot of car audio enthusiasts buy a car graphic equalizer in order to get the best fidelity and value from their vehicle's music system. Today, we're going to highlight the 3 most vital shopping suggestions you should remember when searching online or in retail shops for a car equalizer.
The first thing to understand about buying any digital car equalizer is the concept of input channels. An equalizer is an audio processor that'll improve or process sound from one or more input sources. A stereo receiver would be the most typical example of an input source. There are other possible input devices such as portable music players.
A simple equalizer contains 2 source inputs, but models are available with a lot more inputs and outputs for more audio devices. The second thing to bear in mind when evaluating equalizers is the number of audio outputs. For some users, two inputs and three may be adequate. The three outputs may be used to drive three speakers, like a sub-woofer and two extra speakers for mid & high range.
The output of the equalizer will feed an amplifier on three output channels which will in turn feed those three separate speakers. Nevertheless, higher numbers of output channels are possible. It is normal for those equalizers designed as extra components in cars with original equipment surround sound systems.
The last thing to consider is that of installation. Can you setup an equalizer yourself? The answer to this question is maybe. In the case of the most basic example, a 3-output equalizer, you're simply inserting a device between your receiver and external amplifier. The goal of the equalizer is to offer fine control over bass and higher frequencies beyond what a single bass control could do. If you have only 3 speakers, this should not prove difficult.
But, in the more advanced example of a surround sound system or six-output digital car equalizer, you need to consider the costs of expert installation. This is especially true if there's a risk of damaging equipment or voiding a warranty. Risks aside, those points, inputs, outputs, and simplicity of installation, are the basics you need to survive your quest for a new digital car equalizer.
