Here's a guide to show you the essence and power of equalization on your pedalboard! With a virtual pedalboard signal path, we'll explain what bass guitar EQ pedals are. Also, let's learn how to use them in bass guitar. 

Defining Equalization 

Equalization is a set of filters. These filters can boost areas of the audio spectrum by boosting levels in certain areas. Equalization helps in decreasing levels that aren't required to reduce their prominence. 

Why do you need a bass guitar EQ pedal? 

Humans’ can detect sounds within a frequency range of 20Hz-20KHz. Such a frequency range is equal to the sound of thunder to the high-pitched squeal of a dog. Which of these frequencies do you need in your guitar? Here comes EQ to help you with this problem. For instance, If the top end sounds harsh, you can reduce the high frequencies to 2 to 8KHz. For boosting lower frequencies, 100KHz will make that kick drum slam. Not only this, but you can also adjust frequencies in a blend or boost them to add life to your tune. 

Don't know what a pedal with an equalizer does? 

Let's understand what all these knobs do. 

• Input/Output level - These knobs set up the finest levels in and out of your pedal. 

• Graphic with fixed bands: Potentiometers are EQ design qualities for your guitar. They cut and boost from the neutral middle position. All filter centers lie between the frequency range. You will see 3 to 10 bands with upto 18dB of cut and boost. 

• Tone Stack - Tone stack uses active circuitry blocks for acting upon the incoming signal in bands. Because a passive tone stack cannot. The signal passes through a passive network of portions. The action of all the tone knobs interactively affects each other. Then, there's an EQ curve with all the knobs on three that bring out noticeable tone changes. That's because it balances the volume of the guitar. 

• Bonus tip - Don't over-boost frequencies below 40 Hz. 

• Semi-parametric with adjustable bands - It is one of the favorite forms of equalization among guitarists. The semi-parametric process allows a guitarist to use a control to cut and boost. It also helps in controlling the center frequency of the filter. This process offers you the best of both worlds with fixed frequency controls. Besides, there are full parametric equalizers that can change the width of the spectrum band. It's known as quality control. 

Suggested Settings For Guitar Audio Interface 

A smiley face EQ bass pedal coupled with speaker cabinets has a natural scooped sound. One of the easiest ways to make your low strings overwhelm with the higher ones. Under this, you'll see bumped highs, lows, and reduced mids. 

Important frequencies for bass guitar lie between 80Hz - 300Hz. For slap punch, 100Hz is great. It brings out character. Moreover, 4 - 8KHz is amazing for slap punch and an awesome pick for attack sounds. 

On the whole, use your EQ bass guitar pedals as a solo boost. Pull lower frequencies lower, boost the mids to hear the song. Make middle frequencies your friend. Use the EQ pedal as a second channel. Dial an innovative tone while you switch between fingerstyle, pick or slap.