Tune your system to PERFECTION - DSP Terminology Made Simple!

[@lancepfeifer8195]

I think a video on all pass filters would be beneficial. Thanks for the great content as always, Mark.

[@That_Handle]

✏️📌

[@gavmurray7398]

plus 1

[@arthurorieny3742]

I support

[@WBG123098]

Big time

[@iiNgONYaMa]

Yeah. I want to be able to use them.

[@boostdkid401]

Great break down. Many of your videos have helped me dive way deeper into car audio than I have in the past. Keep the information coming!

[@rts100x5]

Been using a MiniDSP 8x12 with Dirac Live ..... I HIGHLY recommend it for beginner to intermediate IF you are going to be doing your own tuning as it is somewhat easy to learn ..to be honest I have had several years of using Dirac in my Home Theater .... There is still a learning curve sometimes very steep if you incorporate software tuning like REW or Rephase ... Dirac has , with basic parameter setup, an auto tune that has very impressive results ... The real difference in my system was putting my mids and highs on the dash aimed to the top mid of my headliner ...the stage is now much improved down through the lower mids .. Tuning is really fun to get into if your a audio nerd like me and Im very grateful we now have videos like this to share knowledge and techniques ... Its especially important if you're goal is SQ vs SPL

[@clittle1559]

Def appreciate this input I've been into audio since a child Maybe 6 or 7 years old. but the dsp I have is confusing asf! which caused me to blow my 13w7s I've never blew a speaker prior 😂 I have to adjust my things with a multimeter this time coming and was about to junk my prv2.8x and go knobby like the old days 😂 until this comment 👍🏼

[@timothy5977]

I had a Rockford Symmetry epx2 with a 28 band eq back in '03. I was the best and most complicated piece of audio equipment I've ever had

[@MrBulletproof76]

Same here. Awesome product. I've had mine in storage for a few years and recently discovered that my RDAT is no longer working correctly. Bummer!

[@SimeonSealy]

I would love to see a video on the all pass filter function. Also, if you can make a video on how to tap into the factory signal behind the head unit, I would find that most helpful and I am sure others who follow your channel would too

[@Red-Pilled_Steel]

I was very excited to install a system again after so many years in the car I have now, then I ran into issues.😅 First, the box that I had planned to put in the car doesn't fit the space, I'll probably will have to build a custom box. Second, the speakers I was going to tap into for the LOC, are on the same channel. Anyway, I still enjoy watching these videos.

[@J-ayJ]

I'm liking this channel's coverage with the Audio Control® DSP lineup and tutorials. Likewise, I certainly agree any material you post covering the filter known as All Pass would be cool. 🤙🏻

[@magic727533]

Hey Mark, great video I would like to hear more about the all pass filter.

[@blackhammmer7849]

Thanks Mark! I was messing with my new speakers and d6.1200 and couldn't get it to sound the way I wanted and this video helped tremendously

[@mugendrewable]

Mark I would love more education regarding the all pass filter!!!

[@PUMAS1313]

Mark for president! You know too much and I appreciate that time you take to explain details for those like me that are medium level DIY. Your content is great mark . Thanks PUMAS.1313 signing out .

[@ahahaa1602]

Could you make a video on music sources and the quality of them? Like Apple uses hi res Lossless and tidal uses mqa

[@ghostinthetreeline]

I'd love to see a video dedicated to All Pass. This is something I'm not familiar with, but on the idea of Phase, had questions on.

[@crewdawg16]

Stop teasing me and get that W7 going already! On a side note: I just bought two mono VXi amps for two vehicles and definitely will eventually be using the DSP once I am ready to put multichannel ones in as well. Other than the usual gain and level/lpf stuff - is there much to gain by having only a subwoofer amp with DSP? So factory radio with a sub amp only.

[@bailey2517]

I'm DEFINITELY gonna have to get a DSP for my next system if i want it to really be something im proud of.

[@rushtk2112]

Holy S**T I have been out of the game to long! I know I need a DSP but damn! Thank you for the video!

[@jpmerrick8886]

I started audio controls then ps8 then mosconi aero then helix dsp and loved it now I use zapco hdv ess 9038 diaton bewithstate but always use focal crossblock as well I just use the crossblock fir an analog sound as well amps speakers critical I use damore audiowave steg 50c mp z sufio 4 channel venti etc speakers esoter 650 zr 9dd and eliptacor or seas or mp etc

[@abhijeetchauhan7005]

What is reference level volume ? Also what volume on head unit corresponds to 0 dB on equaliser?

[@todds3697]

I'm excited to watch this video, and then continue watching and learning how to install my own system this time. I got a system my whole life. And to be honest I don't know if they've always been installed with the care that you would do for your own. I know that last time I paid a lot of money to have somebody install my JL amp my components JL speakers up front and my 619's in the rear jl and then a Rockford fosgate 360 sound processor. The Bluetooth was not even attempted, and the vehicle that I drive I really do need that I was so frustrated I just let it be and bought a wireless Bluetooth thing a majiggy. And as much as I paid I shouldn't had to have. I have JLC 5 components up front I believe that's the model number which are extremely high-end expensive speakers. I put the lower end c to fix my nines in the rear which are not shitty by any means they're badass still but the components up front are where it really needed to be directed correctly. And I always noticed that most of the power was in the rear and the rear 6x9s. If whoever did it didn't give a flying you know what. So I've since after owning that amp for quite many years. I made a purchase of an XD 700.5 I still hope to use the Rockford fosgate 360 DSP and I don't abuse my system so the components and the 619s should very well be perfectly fine. I have the new amp and I have the DSP mounted where I want them the way that I want them they weren't mounted very well either I couldn't even put my back seat down now I can they're both easily accessible to get to and adjust and whatever I need to do. I emulated the connections from the other amp to this one but I don't know if that's correct so to speak. The component speakers in the front going to the amp connections looks exactly the same as the coaxials in the bag so I don't know if that was correct or not but I plan on learning this and finding out myself. I'm 53, I love my music to sound good my eyes just as good as my bass, and I'm getting older and this one I want done correctly gosh darn it. I want this to be something that I get in my car and I am like holy crap being that I know that I did it right this sounds insane I love music. And I'm without music in my car now I'm using a freaking portable Bluetooth speaker. I feel like that sacrilegious if I were to die right now am I going to get in trouble for that. Lol. So I'm not really in a rush I'm more wanting to do it correctly because if I get this thing installed adjusted correctly this system will be my best system of my life and I'm super excited about that so I'm going to start watching right now if anybody has any advice I'm a strong proponent and tell me what you freaking know Tell me what I should do Tell me what I shouldn't do do you think I shouldn't do this. I'll be honest it's a little bit confusing. I haven't watched these video chat so that's why but my main confusion at this point is I don't even know if you hooked up the component speakers up front correctly to the DSP to the amp. So I get the gist of it I'm going for my factory deck and we're hooking that up to the DSP first to the ends and then we're once that is adjusted correctly I am going to run that signal out to the app where it's going to give it power. Now one of my questions at this point and bear with me if this is too early to ask it I should watch the video first but one of my questions would be so I hook it up to the DSP first and then make my adjustments there. Now it's going into the amp now are we double dipping an adjustments at the amp or are they completely different adjustments. I see the DSP is going to be more of a frequency right like an equalizer and then the amp is going to be basically you're going to do this for power I guess I'm going to watch the videos and find out I appreciate you doing these videos I feel confident knowing that I can learn enough from you from what it sounds like you are very well versed in this I can tell and I feel like maybe I can do this with your help so I want to thank you very much and I'll follow you I'll recommend you you know everything that is good for you I will do

[@jeremyrich9307]

Great video. It would be nice to see a video on how to set the amps in the head units crossovers gain and all other settings for use with a DSP. Do I set them all flat turn them off when it comes to the gain do I crank it up leave it low things like this

[@kanatimaiyoung987]

Love the videos wondering if you would ever make a video about tuning a Epi Center and explain in detail how and what it all means.

[@SirBrass]

Definitely would like a video on how to use an All Pass filter.

[@der_da7982]

Hey I just wanted to ask how you would go about doing sort of a Watt limiter because my Amplifier can put out more juice then my subwoofer can handle wich is not a problem when I'm using it but when maybe someone else is driving my car and doesn't know this and cranks the volume, the subwoofer will likely will break so that this doesn't happen I want to build a Watt limiter that goes in between the Amplifier and the Subwoofer that limits the maximum throughput to 100Watts

[@ryancharles9252]

Great informative video as always....thanks for sharing!!!

[@VoxPapulie]

Please make a video going over crossover settings on a DSP. 😅

[@steveweston4444]

Hi mark can you please do a phase inverting all pass video please

[@TurboDog73TX]

I'd love a deeper vid on all pass filters!

[@victormendoza2630]

Thank you so much for the valuable information

[@20smgreen]

I agree, a video discussing all pass filters. About the AC software though, I'm sorry, but it still sucks. It is better than what the previous version was, so they're moving in the right direction, but I moved on. Got tired of waiting 2 years for a parametric eq and other slopes besides 12/24 and only a Linkwitz-R. I was riddled with issue after issue that was all software based. But props to ACs customer service. Top notch as always.

[@PeterFeltersnatch852]

So what did you run with then

[@20smgreen]

@Willie poker I originally had a Mosconi 6to8v8 but needed, wanted really, 2 more outputs, so I sold it and bought the 6to10. Because of the issue I had with that piece (99% software) I sold it and bought the Arc Audio PS8-50 at a price I couldn't pass up. Also realized with the head unit I'll be running, I didn't need the 2 extra outputs. I'm beyond happy with the Arc unit.

[@josephtoman6797]

Awesome Video 👍🏻👍🏻

[@fraz991]

Also explain ’Loop Back’ & how to perform

[@costyoulessllc6312]

Hi Mark, been watching all your Video so good , I have 2023 sprinter, 1 set Morel supreme,1 10 inch Focal M sub, 1 JL Vx800/8i I'm Atlanta area would love if you could work on install and setup. would be cool my van done by Car Audio Fabrication.

[@milesbachelor8747]

So, in theory, I could run three way with a 4channel if I use the passive crossovers?

[@CarAudioFabrication]

Yes. You would only need a two channel Amp and if the passive crossovers allow for three output connections you're good. Do note though that there are many benefits to running active. In which case for a 3 way component set (tweet, mid range, mid bass) you would now need 6 channels

[@milesbachelor8747]

@@CarAudioFabrication OK yeah I’m just trying to save some amperes somewhere in case I want to go with a stronger monoblock block only got a 250A alternator

[@harris360]

thx for the video. my software does not have the audio control house curve. where can i find it? thank you

[@giopap512]

Good morning dear friend..!!!I watched your video and it s amazing,i just want your help for tuning my dsp...I m playing with an audison bit ten dsp,with passive crossovers ...I have the Mille hertz legend 1650.3 speakers in front and the voce audison speakers back..i m playing with the Voce quattro amplifier my speakerts...and i have a 12 inch subwoofer which i play with a mille hertz 1000 amplifier...First of all i would like to ask you while i m trying to set up my system should i listen to my front unit and my subwoofer only,or should i set it up with all speakers playing together?The volume of my amplifier should be the same in the front and the rear speakers or the rear speakers should be a little lower?Then what frequencies should i use to my speakers.80 hz is ok front and rear for my midwoofer?And i feel my sub is not kicking,i mean i miss the kick...its playing in 80 hz,should i go a bit up for example 120 hz or it will mix the frequencies?...And a very crucial question...which frequencies should i emphasize when the voices sound a bit dark,i need to add brightness and which frequencies help me to give clarity to my tweeter?And about the slope in my sub,should this be in 12 hz or 24?Thank you very much dear friend for your videos,they are very helpfull...As you understand i m trying to set it up by my self that s why i need your guidance...i wish you all the best my friend ..My kind regards!!!

[@selahbishop9120]

could you do a video on different quality or the best quality rca jacks to use

[@RickyRing-xy7vy]

Hello Mark, important question here. Do you set your amps at full pass with frequencies wide open when running your dsp or do you adjust your amp’s accordingling just pass the frequencies on dsp???? I’m all about SQ and wanting to know if adjusting your amp frequencies just past your crossover frequencies on dsp will clean up any unwant noise from the amp. I’m working on a new build and currently do not have a dsp. But I see nobody talking or mentioning this. Is everyone just running there amp frequencies wide open? I’m thinking setting amp frequencies/crossovers just past the dsp crossover settings would give cleaner output rather then just setting amp full pass with lows all the way down and highs all the way up. I know the dsp will cut the extra signal of amp off but still think in terms of theory that also adjusting the amps this way that it could help cut out any unwanted noise especially on the highs. How do you set the frequencies on amp’s when using the dsp?

[@Bythirteen]

thanks my dude, always top notch content.

[@Not__ya]

Do you have a video on capacitors?

[@Gravytrain815]

I really enjoy your videos. The one question I have is on my aftermarket head unit I have three sets of outputs. Is there any reason to use more than one set going into my DM 810? I wasn’t sure if each set had its own frequency informationor not

[@sshukri75]

Can you make a review on the Audio Control DQDX there is no videos are there thanks please

[@CedarStoneGames]

Need ideas for subs in a 91 toyota regular cab with bench seat. Keeping truck stock as possible, so not replacing seat or cutting anything. Just need some decent bass out of a small space.

[@unytarywharf689]

Can you show how to take the signals for both sub and normal audio from a old Audi A6 can’t find instructions sort off

[@gaborjakab8971]

Hi! Thanks for this video. I ordered a vw passat b8 with Harman Kardon soundsystem. Still not arrived but there are many negative opinions on that and positive as well. What do you think. Is it possibble to tune the factory dsp of the system to have a better sound? I do not want to replace the system. Any experience on Vw H&K systems? Thanks a lot.

[@averyhall6331]

Good day I was wondering if you can help me out this tuning my car audio system with my new concrete audio dsp please 😊

[@de4ek]

I recently put a kenwood hu in my 2013 civic, the hu has the two subwoofer outputs but the car has just one sub input. Should I get a Y cable to combine the two from the kenwood… or use one out from the kenwood. And if use one, which one, left or right? 🧐

[@yardequipmentwithsomesideh3137]

I’m new to DSP , I got a DSP 4 channel amp and the fronts speakers sound like tweeters. Why? I don’t have tweeters, What can u tweeck with?

[@MrMan-ol4ic]

I brought a PRV DSP. Way simpler then this for sure...lol!

[@georgerodriquez6956]

If you could explain the connection and tuning for stock radio with dm 810 and epicenter with amplifiers in a passive system

[@Carlosm02tx]

I’m a fan of sound effects and reverbs. Now don’t get me wrong I skimmed through the video since I have seen it once a while back. Now there’s one in particular that I do want in my vehicles and according to some, some dsps have reverb effects built in in wondering if it’s true for audio controls dsp? The effect I want is “concert hall” or “hall” , thank you in advance to anyone that could help

[@brian2724386]

When setting input gain what tone frequency do I use ?

[@mrxskylinexmk]

If I only have two inputs going into the dsp, can I have 3 outputs to 2 different amps?

[@unklemal]

Does this go for the 47keyloc by kicker... or would the Front Row by kicker be more closer to your example?

[@jasonerosewrx]

When setting the gains on DSP do you set amp gain to a desired point let's say 1/4 of the way then turn up DSP until the amp clips? What's the correct procedure, I can't find anything online.

[@rynomiekepretorius]

Hi my car's original audio system has 10 speakers, each with it's own output channel on the amplifier with different frequencies. Can I connect 2 low power speaker outputs (like the front left mid and front left tweeter) to one channel on the units high level input? Thank you in advance.

[@Bacontexas1]

Does the input make any difference? Bluetooth worse than the optical input?

[@joes7838]

are there other dsp brands that have the built in rta and also bass restoration?

[@DanielSanchez-uy8bd]

What amp do you recommend for 4 ap-67an speakers ?

[@mawallo1]

Was big in car audio like 15 years ago but dropped out. Your content is great as a refresher and update to new stuff. I haven’t seen a video that I want to find. That said, where do capacitors stand? Back in the day capacitors were treated like a necessity for amp demands. I’ve seen your volcano builds so I assume you know what I mean. (Yes I’m judging but I’m also asking about caps lol.) I never noticed a difference and thought they were a gimmick. I don’t see you using them further suggesting gimmick. Is there a place for them is some situations? SPL maybe? Or is all BS that theoretically makes sense but has no bearing in reality? If there is a video please forgive me, I haven’t found it yet.

[@1904audio]

Now days there are supercapacitors and they make a huge difference in bass drops and burping

[@julesbruchez-theartofgrapp9646]

I am about to by a 810 but man there has been a lot of complaints this past year about hissing and software issues Normally they had such an unbelievable reputation. And you would assume that overtime thanks we get better but it seems like unfortunately recently when you go across the Internet on forums people been having a lot of issues. It’s frustrating because if you look hard enough, you can buy an 810 model factory sealed for about 600 bucks or less if you look good enough But the only other route for six in puts or eight inputs and eight outputs, you’re stuck having to buy two separate units from JL audio and now you’re looking at $1000 easily. I’m all for SQ but $1000 without the cost of any speakers are amps is pretty ridiculous Someone Hass to have another DSP outthere that has at least six inputs and 6 to 8 outputs and is logistically legit, except for audio control and JL audio I think focal does have one but it’s $1200 and I think Hertz has one also but I’m not sure on the input side and now you’re looking at I think $800 Sometimes I wonder if I’m better off just getting their lower tier model like the DDX or the DXQ or the DX 61 or whatever the hell they’re called so you don’t have to deal with all the software issues. But I don’t know how good their time alignment is.

[@1904audio]

Ddx and dqdx are both fine

[@duraisamyezhil4442]

Love from India.......

[@shawnsanderson3695]

Can you share what is average cost of that dsp ? G

[@siveguten3739]

Hey. I tried tuning my old focals to get it to sound a bit "warmer" if you will. I now got Focal FX3s. Any tips on how to get them to sound warmer? They are very flat at the moment, i want more depth. I know you cant really tell me how to tune them, but tips would be much appriciated!! I dont have a mic, so this will be by ear with original crossovers. Helix DSP 3s Also. My mid/tweeter pods (plastic) sounded really boxy, but i deadened them and they sound better, but still a bit boxy sound, tips?

[@brendcloete]

Hi Mark. How would you setup your dumb amplifier with the dsp, regarding setting the crossovers on the amp and the gain?

[@charlescox4213]

I have a 2v pre amp rca going into my dsp does the volts go to 5v after the dsp to the amps? Audiocontrol dm-608

[@Charlie-zo2nu]

i have a 2014 ram 2500 and keeping the factory head unit, do i need to run both an LC7I and a DSP or can you just use a DSP to get line level to RCA

[@gajju6222]

Hello sir big fan of u from india I am having sony xav 5500 music system 4 ch sony amplifier and jbl componet in four doors in my vw polo do I need any dsp to get good audio is it worth to add audison dsp sir

[@HertzGLAdENSHOWSPL]

hello I want to keep my original station for the options and connect by transplanting myself in parallel on the original fakra a pioneer station for a sub amp it is possible turn on both ampere levels thank you

[@blakemeserve4842]

For some reason I can’t find the audio control house curve when I look through the memories? Any suggestions?

[@CarAudioFabrication]

I haven't used their DSP software in a long time, it's possible they changed it.

[@blakemeserve4842]

@@CarAudioFabrication watched one of their videos, the lastest software they released they got rid of it unfortunately. I’m brand new to dsp’s and was trying to use that as a baseline where to start

[@davidbogue4126]

When is to much equalization is to much? Head unit eq , DSP eq , then speaker 🔊 crossover’s..

[@davidbogue4126]

Take for example, stinger’s high 10 head unit eq and crossover and time correction… then jl audio vxi amps and eq..

[@CarAudioFabrication]

You will want to tune on the most powerful device, so even if you have an aftermarket head unit, if you add a DSP you will want to leave all the settings on the head unit flat and turn off time alignment etc there. Do your tuning on the DSP itself. Also important to understand that head units are very limited on what they can do tuning wise. The eq on a head unit is often for the WHOLE system, and not each individual speaker which is FAR more powerful.

[@donaldemmanuel3193]

Kicker L7T 10inch shallow sub or the JL 10TW3 D4 which one is better, the kicker is with 500rms and the JL is 400rms .. is it worth spending extra to get the JL 10TW3

[@CarAudioFabrication]

Depends on the application. We could definitely run an analysis and help you determine what is better for YOU here: www.caraudiofabrication.com/product-page/subwoofer-s-and-amp-system-design-consultation-with-mark

[@oslozoya1]

I'm getting a dsp installed wednesday.

[@MannyGunzz]

I just hooked up a skar amp to four svc4ohm wired down to 1ohm why does one sub pop like a electrical pop when turned up??

[@PeterFeltersnatch852]

Sounds like a ground issue. Do you have your power wire on the same side as your RCA jacks?

[@NickBuenoo]

Would a Dsp improve the sound quality of an aftermarket Android head unit??

[@CarAudioFabrication]

100%

[@NickBuenoo]

@@CarAudioFabrication thanks sir. I’m going to be getting one built into the amp. Power acoustik rzr-2500dsp. I saw on KZbin this company over rates the power but half of the stated rms would be good enough for my setup I believe. I’m replacing factory speakers In my Volkswagen rabbit with JBL stage 3 637F , shockwave 150W65, Club 3412T, and the stage 2 424. I recently got an android radio and I’m considering returning it if I can’t improve the sound quality :)

[@NickBuenoo]

@@CarAudioFabrication dude I installed all the stuff I listed here and my tweeters started smoking..

[@johnmallory-v9t]

Question if you can help. I'm having trouble with my dm608. I keep loosing my saved outputs and it keeps going to a generic tune without subwoofer so i ordered a new one and it wasn't shutting off my saved files did last longer than normally 3days but i forgot to unplug it and it killed my batteries so i went out and got new batteries and now it lost everything i couldn't get any sound out of it or connect via Bluetooth so i took it out im ao frustrated and need advise. Only thing i really did different than most i see is i didn't label my output channels or anything really just use what was already their and i did my front speaker outputs to channel 1/2 and my full range to 5/6 and sum together and my subs where on 7and8 so any advice

[@rickhoneycutt6010]

I would love to pick your brain about a infinite baffle system.I am looking for a 8’’ subwoofer and I can not get a good answer from anyone about any band or text spec on what would be best.please help me.

[@theplatinumcaraudio]

You don't want an 8" for infinite baffle. You need lots of cone area to do that.

[@rickhoneycutt6010]

@@theplatinumcaraudio I have a 8 inch factory subwoofer in the rear deck of my sedan. I would like to keep it simple and put something back there instead of doing a box enclosure in my trunk of my car. What is the recommendations for some of this stature?

[@JDobbs726]

Does anybody happen to know a cost-efficient way resetting equalizer on the DSP without an RTA mic. I have tried to search for a reasonable RTA mic for Android no luck yet.

[@xaviergroenewaldt8252]

I hate that we dont have this in our country (Namibia).

[@PeterFeltersnatch852]

Don't they have FedEx or UPS or DHL?

[@HIFONICSM3]

I lost all respect for Audio Control. I bought 2 DM-810 and they both hade noise at low volume. I tried everything to get rid of it, but nothing worked. I bought the JL audio FIX 86 and the TWK 88 guess what problem solved !

[@DGGuaglianone]

I’m old fashioned: flat electrical curve, then the speakers’ natural tune provide the acoustic balance.

[@DGGuaglianone]

This assumes you have a good audio source, proper mounting/enclosure, plenty of power for the speakers, and good sound treatment.

[@DGGuaglianone]

And a high quality speaker manufacturer. I prefer Polk Audio

[@hondaservicecenter]

This is like an "epic center"??? Why do they sound so good with mexican music but sound butt with rap??

[@MisterManiac777]

Audiocontrol does not get good reviews. Channel failure and poor DSP, also distortion at louder levels along with high prices. I'll stick to JL Audio and Audiotec Fischer products.

[@mrbungle4163]

this is still too complicated. i'll have to pay someone to to set the eq for me. why don't these f'in things have eq presets anymore? absolute madness

[@CarAudioFabrication]

An EQ preset is completely pointless. You might as well just have a child randomly touch the EQ, that would achieve the same thing. Setting an EQ is not complex at all, you simply use a measurement mic while playing pink noise and adjust. Check out this video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4PWY42dnayLe8Usi=0InrLXXZsXpdvDes

[@gregdee9085]

Yeah there's nothing "simple" about DSP, if so then stuff is just being left out. Ex, a min masters in engineering math is a starter..