Our comprehensive deqx cal software generates correction filters for. The hdp3 is a stereo digital processor than can be installed between preamp and amplifier or as a preamp processor. Almost half a million lines of code refined by our engineers over twelve years is what distinguishes deqx from other digital processors and crossovers. He then described the limited ability of highlevel passive crossovers to smooth the drivers inband response and to integrate the drivers outputs in the crossover region.
Deqx uses real computing horsepower to make that happen with a 240megaflop floatingpoint digital signal processing engine that essentially achieves zero distortion. Deqx premate da processordigital equalizer specifications. When connected to a pc running deqxs software, the pdc allows you to measure and correct your main speakers and subwoofers using its largely. Deqx processors slow down ontime and earlyarriving frequencies so slower frequencies can catch up which just cant be done in the analog domain. A microprocessor is a computer processor that incorporates the functions of a central processing unit on a single or more integrated circuit ic of mosfet construction. Legend acoustics tikandi speaker system with deqx hdp3. But i have to wait until may or june 2015 before any more comments can be made. Deqx uses real computing horsepower to make that happen with essentially zero distortion and minimal processing delay so audio remains in sync with video. Here at war audio, we design, create and modify audio equipment for serious stereophiles.
Ideally, i would feed it a digital signal, but i am using an sacd player and a vinyl setup as a front end. Deqx premate da processordigital equalizer measurements sidebar 3. This digital input board allows you to connect your deqx directly to your windows or macbased music servers. The software prompted me for information about the room, the equipment in use, and its. The new tikandi speaker from australian loudspeaker manufacturer legend acoustics is a complete system that uses the full power of the deqx hdp3 processor. The hdp4 has an additional set of analog outputs for highfrequency drivers, so it can be used in hdactive configurations i. These can function as a dac digital crossoverpreamp or any combination thereof. Deqx premate da processordigital equalizer measurements.
In other words, the ls50s 2way driver output can be improved. Deqx premate da processordigital equalizer manufacturers comment but room effects must be removed to allow the speakers own phase and frequency response to be calculated and adjusted. Unlike other dsp room correction designs that include room acoustic effects in their measurements, deqx processors or preamp processor measure and correct a speakers native anechoic response so that frequencyrelated phase, groupdelay and frequency response errors are corrected before measuring again at the listening position and compensating for room acoustics. Windows platforms for recipients use with deqx acoustic digital correction hardware only. Digital signal processing enables equalization and room correction. The deqx unit also provides digital room equalization in conjunction with the crossover. In many cases a single deqx processor will replace multiple boxes, simplifying your system as well as adding functionality and increasing system performance. From loundspeakers and high fidelity cables to complete audio packages, w. Driver one of the electromechanical cone or ribbon speakers located in a speaker cabinet hdp high definition processor the deqx calibratedtm hdp4 processor is a 2input, 6output digital processor offering individual driver correction, high order digital crossovers, and room correction parametric equalisation. Deqxs flagship hdp5 is a new concept preamplifier that adds touch screen.
Six additional inputs include digital spdif toslink optical, spdif bnc and rca. The hdp4, like the hdp3 and hdpexpress, is a stereo digital processor than can. My system is in a temporary location but deqx did a preliminary speaker correction limiting the correction window from 20 to 800 hz. Deqx uses real computing horsepower to make that happen with a 240megaflop, 32bit floatingpoint digital signal processing engine that essentially achieves zero distortion. With processing distortion 140db below listing level the notion of digital or analog sound. They are best employed as the nerve center of your system, fed with a digital source and feeding a power amplifier. Yes a single deqx processor handles 6 channels6 amps. Deqx celebrating 20 years of advanced digital audio in 2017. The deqx is categorized as an equalizer but it is so much more. Connected to a pc running deqx software during setup, the hdp4 first measures and corrects your speakers and subwoofers using its largely automated wizarddriven measurement, analysis, and. Ive often been tempted by a deqx it would help integrate the subwoofer apart from anything else but a couple of things have put me off. Deqx processors and preamp processors are thoroughlyengineered dsp. When connected to a pc running deqx s software, the pdc allows you to measure and correct your main speakers and subwoofers using its largely automated wizard driven measurement, analysis, and correction software.
Click on the correct download file for your model and save it to your computer. If you use a music server, this is the best sounding way to get sound into your deqx. Preampprocessor combined with deqxs pc software to measure and set up the. I have option for using in digital domain or putting between pre and amps. Deqx hdp3 3way digital crossver and preamp with jensen. Also included is a 2inch thick 3ring binder with installers manual and users manual. The deqx cal software is compatible with all deqx processors dating back to the original pdc2. Heres a partial list of what these swiss army knife processors can do. The dspdigital signal processingbased technology also provides detailed room.
I just cant hear the digital out mid and high frequencies, since the dave is connected via the deqx digital output full l2r2 into the daves bnc input 1. At the heart of the system is the hdp3 preamp processor by australian manufacturer deqx. A paradigm for future stereo systems should be the one i put together, with source selection, processing, control, dsp, and dac all contained in a single remotecontrolled component. Includes calibration software disc, remote, balanced microphone cable, and usb cable. The deqx hdp4 preamp processor in my setup, i was able to take full advantage of the hdp4 price. Each xda powers two speakers, and connects to one or two xdw subwoofers. What are the current options for excellent 2 channel sound. Deqx processors slow down ontime and earlyarriving frequencies so that slower frequencies can catch up.
I did try bnc 3 as well i can confirm i have tried changed the inputs on the dave and it still wasnt working. The very notion of digital or analog sound doesnt exist in the deqx universe. Master the art of timing deqx processors correct the distortion that all. The output voltage of the deqx is not sufficient to drive my amplifiers. Looking at room correction and all the threads i found seem old. Ryrie had switched from a normal preampampspeaker circuit to deqxs crossover speaker processing in an active biamp setup that bypassed the speakers own crossover. As a fullfunction preamp processor the premate follows the hippocratic oath. Deqx hdp4 the hdp4 can be installed between your preamp and amplifier or more directly used as a preamp processor. Deqx introduces audiophile hdpexpress ii the absolute sound. Deqx technology realizing hdaudio deqx s patented, very low latency convolution processing corrects speaker frequencyresponse and timing errors by adjusting thousands of frequency groups, depending on your speakers measurements, so that they not only arrive at. Im not going to type any specs or explanations since you can find all that on the deqx website.
In addition, if the input signal is analogue, it has to be converted to digital and back to analogue again. Deqx cal tm software runs to nearly halfamillion lines of code refined by awardwinning deqx engineers over fifteen years of development. Applicable to the hdp5 and premate plus deqx processors. For sale deqx digital preamp and 3way digital crossover. It also has a full set of digital outputs for connecting external dacs the premate has only one, for the main speakers. The user must be prepared to spend time and pay close attention to learning how to apply deqx, but the rewards will amply justify those efforts. The quality of analog to digital conversion is poor, to say the least. Deqx speaker and room correction processors home facebook. Includes behringer microphone with calibration file.
Typically connected between your analog source and a multichannel amplifier, the embedded dsp algorithms allow for a wide range of tuning applications. Deqx s processors have evolved to a high level of automation and sophistication, with the deqxpert online assistance service now making the products even easier to incorporate into any system context. Deqx premate as a fullfunction preamp processor the premate follows the hippocratic oath. It then generates finegrained speaker correction filters for upload to the deqx hardware unit. I loaded the deqxcalibration windows app from the cdr that is provided with the premate and, as i began the project, chose this mikes calibration curve from the provided library. Measurements before examining the deqx premates equalization and correction features, i wanted to make sure that its basic performance as a da processor was up to the expected standardfirst, do no harm is as fundamentally important in digital signal processing as it is. Deqx hdpexpress mkii music processor at moon audio. In many cases a single deqx processor will replace multiple boxes, simplifying your system as well. This type of subwoofer crossover resides on a pc or mac. The microprocessor is a multipurpose, clock driven, register based, digital integrated circuit that accepts binary data as input, processes it according to instructions stored in its memory and provides results also in. Oct 11, 20 the deqx hdp4 preamp processor in my setup, i was able to take full advantage of the hdp4 by using the steep slope active crossovers in the unit. They had a 15inch bass driver with altecs passive crossover to a high frequency horn. Deqx hdp4 dsp with xs1 asynchronous usb audio board.
The premate can handle two fullrange speakers, with or without mono or stereo subwoofers. Deqx improves speaker sound quality with matlab matlab. But room effects must be removed to allow the speakers own phase and frequency response to be calculated and adjusted. As mentioned, the deqx hdp5 covers preamp with digital and analogue inputsdspactive crossoverdac with multiple outs meaning all you need are sources, multiple amps or a multi channel amp and speakers. When connected to a pc running deqxs software, the pdc allows you to measure and correct your main speakers and subwoofers using its largely automated wizard driven measurement, analysis, and. The processing algorithms in the deqx cal software carefully analyze the measured response of each speaker or driver. In one slim box it has a deqx calibrated dsp digital signal processor and powerphysics onecycle sound class d 4 x 150watt amplifiers. A deqxpert agent can run the comprehensive deqx cal software for you on a secure, remote. The deqx processors like the hdp4 and premate are fully featured digital preamps with onboard dacs that include speaker room correction. Connected to a pc running deqx software during setup, the hdp4 first. Applicable to all current and legacy deqx processors. Deqx hdp5 digital pre amplifier and processor vaf research. Deqx processors are unique because they first address the shortcomings of the speaker via direct measurement and then apply corrected digital filtering.
Deqx speaker calibration requires anechoic no reflection measurements often made in listening rooms for convenience. Does this mean only the signal processing part of the component downsamples, or is this indicating that the dac downsamples also. Deqx s unique and refined products has seen the digital specialist grow into a powerful force in the digital signal manipulation field. Then carefully read and follow the upgrade instructions. Room reflections are removed with a useradjustable time window to isolate the response of the speaker alone. Deqxcal is half a million lines of software designed by deqxs award winning engineers over fifteen years. The hdp4, like the hdp3 and hdpexpress, is a stereo digital processor than can be installed between preamp and amplifier or more directly used as a preamp processor. Here at deqx, we pride ourselves on our committment to longterm support of our products. Mostly, i used it only as an equalizer, without biamping or. With processing distortion 140db below listing level the notion of digital or analog sound doesnt exist in the deqx universe. Deqx preamp processors slow down ontime and earlyarriving frequencies so slower frequencies catch up. Worldclass digital preamp processors combined with deqxs renowned speaker first, then the room calibration and correction. Once the speaker is working accurately the hdpexpress and hdp3 measure again and provides room compensation for your newlycorrected speakers. Four wizards divide the process into logical operations that can each be performed independently.
Id like to say that the bose wave radios sounded amazing when deqx d but id have to add some sort of qualifier which. May need a software update to work in newer computers as this disc says. Three ways to add a subwoofer crossover to your two. Were deqxperts a deqxpert agent can run the comprehensive deqx cal software for you on a secure, remote connection for a surprisingly affordable price. Comments on dspeaker, lyndorf, deqx, audessy, rives and others welcome. There is a 4 scratch on the back in between the digital inputs and digital output. I will, however, share something of greater importance. The improved sense of realism we experience after our speakers native anechoic timing, phase and frequencyresponse errors are corrected is always surprising. You could add a second of course i may one day add the latest hdp4, these things are very expensive but worth every penny my setup is. Deqx hdp4 preamp dac processor active 3way crossover. The wellregarded xa speaker system uses a deqx processor, but only for driver correction and crossover functions. My speakers, the levy acoustics frm1s previously known as the wasatch acoustics musina, were designed specifically to be used with the deqx and contain no.
Hdp5 deqx preamp processors feature unrivaled functionality and connectivity. Deqx can be added to existing playback systems using products like deqx pdc2. We deliver the best in hifi equipment, home theatre sound systems, live venues and car audio. My speakers, the levy acoustics frm1s previously known as the wasatch acoustics musina, were designed specifically to be used with the deqx and contain no internal crossovers. Were listing them together due to their functional similarities, and for easier comparison of their differences. Hdpexpress provides the same basic features as deqx s premium hdp4 processor preamp, utilizing the same deqx cal pc software for measuring and setting up your speakers. Its packed with innovative, patented speaker and room compensation technology. Digital crossovers software hardware technical questions. The software prompted me for information about the room, the equipment in use, and its configuration. Deqx premate da processordigital equalizer manufacturer. It adds a layer of fairly heavy duty processing to the input signal. Deqxtm digital audio processing is a new process for audio products that.
The deqxcal software runs under windows or windows on mac and your notebook computer connects to the deqx processor via usb for setup. Deqxcal tm software runs to nearly halfamillion lines of code refined by awardwinning deqx engineers over fifteen years of development. The hdp3 functions as a preamp with both digital and analog inputs, a dac, a three way digital crossover and a digital signal processor dsp with both speaker and room correction. Dec 24, 2014 finally, i plugged in an earthworks m23 mike. Please refer the license supplied with the deqx calibration software. The sound clarity from even the most expensive, highend speakers is compromised when they interact with a listening room or studios ambient acoustics. Deqx premate processor digital to analogue converters. The digital signal processing crossovers, corrections etc. Oct 30, 20 the deqx hdp4 preamp processor in my setup, i was able to take full advantage of the hdp4 price. Deqx processors and preamp processors are thoroughlyengineered, analogsounding dsp processors packed wit. Id like to say that the bose wave radios sounded amazing when deqx d but id have to add.
If you dont have a local dealer to install the premate a deqxpert agent can run the comprehensive deqx cal software for you for a surprisingly affordable price on a secure, remote connection. Includes the deqxcal installer, microphone calibration files, and a pdf version of the user manual. Stereo digital and analog inputs include spdif, aesebu, unbalanced analog and. It provides diys with a risk free environment where numerous design options can be instantly auditioned and compared. Silver deqx dac digital crossoverpreamp in likenew condition with box, remote, mic, and manual. Yes there is a simple software switch that allows each of the four outputs 2 x main speakers and 1 or 2 optional. It also includes full details on how to use the deqxcal software.
In fact the dsp, and its limitations, are still the same as the deqx 2. Deqx premate da processordigital equalizer manufacturers comment editor. When connected to a pc running deqx s software, the pdc allows you to measure and correct your main speakers and subwoofers using its largely automated wizard driven measurement, analysis, and. Deqx calibrated correction can be implemented in part or in whole using a suite of processes that deqx s hardware and software processors provide. Deqx preamp processors feature unrivalled functionality and connectivity.
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