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recently we have had a lot of sound level and eq problems. last week i went over some things with a friend and i think it is very valuable information. it may elementary to some of you but im gonna tell you anyway.any feedback on this would be greatly appreciated.
  these are not my words. "an equalizer works much in the same way as carpenters tools do. the idea is two or more things cannot occupy the same space without some conflict. we will use it to give each instument and voice its own space and identity in a mix by giving it its own space, and cutting the overlapping frequencies from another instrument/s that are conflicting with it.in effect, when doneproperly, the sound will clean up dramatically."
here are some examples of frequencies:

40hz- mostly stage rumble, mic handling noise,and the very deep end low frequencies. if your board has a low cut on each channelstrip, and you are sending things through that particular channel which do not have a lot oflow frequency info (guitars,vocals,keyboards, etc), then the low cut should be engaged to get rid of and unecessary rumble.

80hz- the "body" of the bass drum.bass guitar will have a lot of mass around this area also which should be contoured around the bass drum.

125-250hz- the "body" of the electic guitar.the low side of guitars and keyboards will probably need some contouring in this range to make room for the bass.

200-250hz- the "body" of acoustic guitars. when exaggerated this range will produce a boxy sound.

400hz- the "body" of electric guitars. this frequency will produce an "rrr" sound when exaggerated.

1khz- usually boosted very subtly to enhance , or bring out lead vocal in the mix. it will produce a nasally sound when exaggerated.

2.5khz- usually used to cut or boost brightness in instruments that have a lot of midrange content. when exaggerated , it will produce a harsh, brash sound.

4-5khz- used for the definition of lowfrequencies such as putting the snap on the top end of a bass drum. can be cut or boosted to add or subtract brightness for an instrument. when exaggerated this range could produce a uncomfortable "burning" feeling in the ears.

10-12khz and up- extemely high range,used for boosting or cutting brightness. when exaggerated , will produce an airy sound.


  like i said i would appreciate any input you have on this.
  god bless.