Does it really matter that your eq curves look like a roller coaster? Yes, and no. We know how the saying goes: It's the end result that matter. However, how long does it take for you to get to the end result? How hard did you use your ears to finish your goal?
In the world of DAW (digital audio workstation), no matter if you use Pro Tools, Logic Pro, or any other program, it runs off dsp. Dsp (digital signal processing) without being too technical, is how well your DAW reads the information its given. When you make an eq curve, the DAW takes time to read it. Which means, the time it takes for you to hear the changes is delayed. Don't worry this happens in milliseconds, but a lot of edits to this one eq can cause greater delay! Yes, there is a thing called delay compensation (this will be covered in a later date) but understanding dsp can save you some trouble down the road.
Using multiple eq plug-ins can be very effective in reducing dsp, but this post isn't all about dsp. Corrective eq, subtractive eq, and additive eq, all play role in the mixing process when used correctly. Using these different styles of eq in their own plug-in can give more precision when frequencies are near one another. Also, you can have more effect on your sound when placing certain eq in different spots in your mixing chain.
ex. Compression first, then corrective eq, desser, and additive eq after. #HappyMixing
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