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DalEQ Core

Quick Start · Version 1.0

Install

  1. Download the .component (AU) or .vst3 file
  2. Copy to your plugin folder:
    • Mac AU: /Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/Components/
    • Mac VST3: /Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/VST3/
    • Windows: C:\Program Files\Common Files\VST3\
  3. Restart your DAW and scan for new plugins

Basic Usage

  1. Insert DalEQ Core on any audio track
  2. Click on a band point to select it
  3. Drag horizontally to change frequency
  4. Drag vertically to change gain
  5. Scroll wheel to adjust Q (bandwidth)

Quick Reference

ActionHow
Select bandClick on band point
Move frequencyDrag left/right
Adjust gainDrag up/down
Change QMouse scroll wheel
Fine controlAlt + Drag
Lock axisShift + Drag
Reset band gainCmd + Double-click
Edit gain valueDouble-click band
Edit frequencyShift + Double-click
Edit Q valueAlt + Double-click

Filter Types

Available Filters

TypeUse For
Low ShelfBass boost/cut
High ShelfTreble boost/cut
BellSurgical boosts/cuts
Low CutRemove rumble
High CutRemove hiss
NotchRemove hum
BandpassTelephone effect
TiltQuick tonal balance
AllpassPhase correction

Slope Options (Low/High Cut)

6, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 72, 96 dB/oct

Phase Modes

Zero Latency (Default)

  • 0 samples latency
  • Natural analog-like phase response
  • Best for: Tracking, live, real-time

Linear Phase

  • Variable latency (depends on quality)
  • Zero phase distortion
  • Best for: Mastering, parallel processing

Toggle in the toolbar dropdown.

Analyzer & Metering

Spectrum Analyzer

  • Show/Hide: Toggle button in toolbar
  • Freeze: Press F to capture current spectrum
  • Resolution: Press R to cycle (Normal → High → Very High)
  • Speed: Adjustable decay rate in settings
  • Tilt: Compensates for natural high frequency roll-off

Output Meter

  • True Peak stereo metering (ITU-R BS.1770)
  • Clip indicators turn red when clipping detected
  • Click clip indicators to reset

Quick Tips

Keyboard Shortcuts

KeyAction
1-8Select bands directly
SpaceToggle bypass
Cmd+ZUndo
Cmd+Shift+ZRedo
FFreeze spectrum
RCycle resolution
[ / ]Previous/Next preset
TabNext band
DeleteDisable current band

Common Settings

GoalFilterFrequencyGain
Vocal clarityBell3 kHz+2-4 dB
Remove mudBell250-400 Hz-2-4 dB
Add airHigh Shelf10-12 kHz+2-3 dB
Tighten bassLow Cut30-80 Hz-
De-harshBell2-4 kHz-2-3 dB