Waves H-EQ Hybrid Equalizer - EQ Plug-In (Native/SoundGrid/Venue, Download) - Manual (Page 6)

Waves H-EQ Equalizer User Manual
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Keyboard
The Keyboard is a unique feature of the H-EQ that lets you choose frequencies by clicking on notes. Until now, EQs have been frequency-
based, making them easier to use for engineers who are used to manipulating frequencies, but less comfortable for musicians who are
accustomed to dealing with notes. For example, many people know that A4 = 440 Hz, but putting this information into practice and building on it
while mixing is considerably more complex. This is where the power of the Keyboard comes into play; you can now move comfortably in both
musical and engineering terms.
Let’s take a look at a couple of examples:
o
You are a musician, and you hear a low E1 that’s somewhat out of control coming from the bass guitar. Simply select the LF frequency
control, click on E1 on the Keyboard, and the band frequency will snap to 41 Hz = E1. Or, you can grab the blue note (LF marker) on the
Keyboard and sweep it down to E1.
o
You are an engineer, and your client (producer or musician) says that when the sampled violins hit F6 it becomes harsh and painful. To
turn down the offending notes, select the HMF frequency, click F6 (1397 Hz) on the Keyboard. Presto.
You can also create narrow notches that correspond to specific musical keys, and automate them to produce interesting resonant effects. The
Keyboard opens up a new world of creative and experimental EQ possibilities.