How To Use Fabfilter Pro Q 3 (Tutorial)

[@FireWalkMusic]

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[@kwabenastandley]

good

[@loosejoxx]

I've been using this EQ for a little over a year now and never knew about that automatic makeup option or what some of those other features were capable of. Awesome vid, thanks for sharing this!

[@FireWalkMusic]

You're welcome! Glad you liked it! :)

[@b3llydrum]

Been using Pro-Q for a couple years.... and I just now learned it has automatic makeup gain. Amazing.

[@FireWalkMusic]

Glad you found it interesting! :D

[@GWFO]

Just watched your exporting tutorial from like 5 years ago,glad you still make content, you helped me loads

[@FireWalkMusic]

Thanks! Glad to hear that you found it helpful 😀

[@GWFO]

@@FireWalkMusic hehe no worries can't wait for the next upload

[@johnnyanko6051]

Still using Pro Q 2, but even that is far superior to most other EQs! Thanks for the vid

[@youngleon25]

How about Kirchhoff EQ?

[@FireWalkMusic]

You're welcome 🙂

[@Adam-g-uk]

Split eq is much better, you have controlled over transients as well as eq....

[@calihearts]

your video quality has gone way up since the last time i watched one if your videos WTFFF ty for all the info you describe it in a very easy to learn way

[@FireWalkMusic]

Thanks! 😃 glad you liked it 😀👍

[@NAWN]

thanks! I already use this plugin but still learned super useful stuff!

[@FireWalkMusic]

You're welcome! Glad you learned something new 😀

[@knoxhardly3082]

Awaiting the other video, this is my favourite EQ by far and I've learnt a few things from this video massive thanks! -KH

[@FireWalkMusic]

Glad you liked the video! There are EQ's out there with similar capabilities, and some are considered to be "based on" the pro Q as well, but I just always loved how streamlined and fast the workflow is in this EQ, so I haven't really seen the need to move to anything else. I think this is a huge reason why you'll tend to see this plugin being used by countless professionals all over the world. All the fabfilter stuff in general is great and if you can get the bundle then it'll be well worth it. I stopped buying waves plugins etc a long time ago, and now I mainly just use the fabfitler stuff.

[@knoxhardly3082]

@@FireWalkMusic yes me too! For me personally waves was too much of a headache on installation seems you have to prove you've paid even when you've paid, fabfilter on the other hand is pioneering "get to the point" when it comes to installation :) not the best when it comes to I.T but I know the basics

[@jareddrogose1470]

You've finally shown me how to get thin sounds to full sounds. Thank you. I've always wondered how they do that. Side note, I'd like to send you some of my stuff, but I'm seriously pinched for money. Would it be possible to get feedback in the future?

[@FireWalkMusic]

Glad you found it helpful! Sure, my feedback gig is always available. You can find all my active gigs here: www.fiverr.com/firewalk

[@music_creator_capable]

Good thing!

[@FireWalkMusic]

Thanks, glad you liked it :)

[@kevintran9321]

Great walkthrough!

[@FireWalkMusic]

Thanks! :)

[@hebergee]

You're the best! Thanks for the clear explanation 🙃

[@FireWalkMusic]

Thanks! Glad you liked it! :)

[@hunk443]

i love this EQ !

[@FireWalkMusic]

Me too! As a KZbinr, I often get sent plugins for free to test out, and even though I've been sent plenty of EQs over the years, I always find myself coming back to this one. I've been using it since version one. :)

[@joinslayer]

You have manual options about the dynamic eq. Just click on the Auto to open them.

[@FireWalkMusic]

Hi, thanks for the info, has this been added in a recent update (that I'm not aware of) ? I can only adjust the threshold and Band 1 Q in mine, but then again I haven't updated mine for some time.

[@joedominguez-romero]

I have Pro-Q 3, Am I missing out on Pro-Q 2. I didn’t get Pro-Q 2 because I have the third Pro-Q, but now thinking if Pro-Q 2 has anything cool and unique that Pro-Q 3 doesn’t have. Of course the third one is way superior, but I haven’t been able to get a simple answer on if Pro-Q 2 would be worth to get even tho I have Pro-Q 3, or would it just literally be wasting money

[@MirkoAmorini]

The band with the three large knobs below the line has disappeared. what to click to get it back? I create a (point)but nothing😢

[@adrie8779]

Bravo 🎉

[@amitbhati3984]

Hey i like the chords you use in the vedio can you please tell me the key you used

[@ReubenWalton]

I am having a problem where it's not letting me adjust the Gain knob on Band 2. I can't move the middle knob on it so there's no way to adjust the gain of a notch cut I have made.

[@angelbeatzonthetrack1701]

nice

[@FireWalkMusic]

Thanks :)

[@fireraid]

Tdr Nova Is a good one as well if you're looking for a free one.

[@FireWalkMusic]

Thanks for the tip!

[@fireraid]

@@FireWalkMusic yeah no problem!

[@globetrotting2632]

Why does the Low Cut looks like it’s cutting the highs with the color under the graph?!

[@zephyrandmccarby1151]

is this compatible with logic x?

[@FireWalkMusic]

Yes :)

[@RichSoundsGM]

Why would i want subs to be mono over stereo?? What is most likely used i hiphop

[@DipshankarDas]

Thanks for sharing useful information :) What do you think about Kirchoff EQ?

[@FireWalkMusic]

You're welcome! The Kirchoff EQ is also very good. Many tend to call it a Fabfilter Pro Q 3 Clone. The GUI is undoubtedly inspired by Fabfilter Pro Q. It also has tons of great features and I often see people arguing which one of these two is the "best". I think that question is a bit flawed though. It's kind of like asking what DAW is the best? And there's no good answer to that either, because the answer itself is flawed. The best daw isn't necessarily the one with the most features, because that means nothing if you don't need those features. The question should be: What's the best DAW for YOU? It's the same with any kind of plugin in my opinion. The best one is usually the one that offers you the fastest workflow, allowing you to do exactly what you want to do as quickly as possible. I think you should use whatever feels natural to you. I've been using Pro-Q since version one, and even though I've tried tons of EQ's (As a KZbinr I get sent a lot of plugins for free to test out), I always find myself coming back to Pro-Q 3. I just find that it's a great fit for my particular workflow, and it allows me to work really fast. Everything I need is laid out in such a way that the most important features that I commonly use are easily accessible. To me, a fast workflow is the very key to finishing tracks. You need to get the melodic ideas and such down quickly before you get ear fatigue, so I prefer plugins that allow me to do adjustments very quickly and easily. I think you should use whatever EQ "clicks" best with your preferred workflow. It's just like with a DAW itself, some work faster in Ableton, Some work faster in FL Studio, and some work faster in Logic. People are different and it also depends on what features you use the most and so on. If you're Hans Zimmer for example then you'd probably prefer something that allows you quick access to surround controls, while a typical EDM producer will benefit more from having quick access to other controls. Use whatever you're comfortable with. If you feel like the EQ you're using is working with you and never against you, then stick with it. That's the most important thing. :)

[@DipshankarDas]

@@FireWalkMusic Thanks for the reply :)

[@kevinstoneham1245]

Just started using this in trial mode. For some reason the solo mode doesn't seem to work. I mean it visually all takes place, but nothing changes with the sound. Any ideas?

[@silas_h]

What do you mean by latest version? How do you get updates on that, or do you mean latest just since Q3 is released in comparison to Q2?

[@Suchitttt]

Ozone mastering plugin have similar function

[@FireWalkMusic]

The Ozone EQ is also good! The benefit there is of course if you buy the suite then you get access to a whole lot of useful plugins, ann bundled into "one", so you definitely get a lot of value for your money if you go that route. :)

[@buklau.3641]

Do you have any tips on using tonal balance 2? I've just bought it and I'm unsure how to get the lines to go inside the green areas :P

[@FireWalkMusic]

Hi, the tonal balance control will show you an estimation, or an "average" of commercial tracks based on hundreds of tracks in any given genre that you can select up top. For example EDM. The greenish area is representing the averages, and the white line represents the energy in your track in the various bands. You typically want it to be within that region, but not always. For example, in some trance tracks for example, where you have a very powerful saw synth up top, perhaps paired with a female vocal, it can make it show up as too energetic in the high end, and when that happens the low-end will often end up showing week too, while in reality, it's exactly where it needs to be. Plugins like this can be a great tool for people who mix on headphones, or a typical bedroom producer who is mixing in a less than ideal monitoring environment because it gives you an indication of where you need to be. It must be taken with a grain of salt though. It's not almighty and it can be misleading in some cases. Use it as a guide, but ultimately, trust your ears. I see people placing too much faith in these plugins, making their leads sounds too far back in the mix for example, just because they want everything to be within the lines. If you're making a trance track for example or making a track that's fairly similar to something else within a specific genre, it can be beneficial to import a reference track instead and use that as a guide for the tonality instead of the available genres up top, which are quite generic.

[@FireWalkMusic]

Oh, and one more thing: I recommend using the tonal balance on the last FX slot on your Master channel, or on the "current" track. That way you can use both on the entire track itself, but also on individual channels. I have a video showing how useful this can be here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZqvGi6ijbKeDm68

[@buklau.3641]

@@FireWalkMusic Thank you so much for the information, it is really helpful :)

[@youngleon25]

How about Kirchhoff EQ?

[@FireWalkMusic]

The Kirchoff EQ is also very good. Many tend to call it a Fabfilter Pro Q 3 Clone. The GUI is undoubtedly inspired by Fabfilter Pro Q. It also has tons of great features and I often see people arguing which one of these two is the "best". I think that question is a bit flawed though. It's kind of like asking what DAW is the best? And there's no good answer to that either, because the answer itself is flawed. The best daw isn't necessarily the one with the most features, because that means nothing if you don't need those features. The question should be: What's the best DAW for YOU? It's the same with any kind of plugin in my opinion. The best one is usually the one that offers you the fastest workflow, allowing you to do exactly what you want to do as quickly as possible. I think you should use whatever feels natural to you. I've been using Pro-Q since version one, and even though I've tried tons of EQ's (As a KZbinr I get sent a lot of plugins for free to test out), I always find myself coming back to Pro-Q 3. I just find that it's a great fit for my particular workflow, and it allows me to work really fast. Everything I need is laid out in such a way that the most important features that I commonly use are easily accessible. To me, a fast workflow is the very key to finishing tracks. You need to get the melodic ideas and such down quickly before you get ear fatigue, so I prefer plugins that allow me to do adjustments very quickly and easily. I think you should use whatever EQ "clicks" best with your preferred workflow. It's just like with a DAW itself, some work faster in Ableton, Some work faster in FL Studio, and some work faster in Logic. People are different and it also depends on what features you use the most and so on. If you're Hans Zimmer for example then you'd probably prefer something that allows you quick access to surround controls, while a typical EDM producer will benefit more from having quick access to other controls. Use whatever you're comfortable with. If you feel like the EQ you're using is working with you and never against you, then stick with it. That's the most important thing. :)

[@Endless_Skyway_Adventures]

My opinion is that Kirchhoff EQ is superior in many ways. It has multiple dynamics controls that Fab filter doesn’t. Personally I can’t justify the $300 spend for small sound improvements and Fab filter is very good. So I will wait for other companies to catch up with Kirchhoff-EQ. I would probably spend $150 for Kirchhoff but not $300.

[@Steveness100]

Is it better to use than fl’s parametric eq? I’m so comfortable with that eq!

[@chrismcmanus75]

Yeah Jazz i use fl but have been using FabFilter Pro-Q since version 2 and love it the make up gain is worth it alone

[@pegirusbeats4471]

there are many differences but free plugin TDR Nova can be more than enough

[@chrismcmanus75]

@@pegirusbeats4471 ive not tried that ill check it out thanks mate

[@FireWalkMusic]

Parametric EQ2 is a good EQ but I usually only use it for basic editing, if i need to apply some quick adjustments to roll off the lows on a ride for example, things like that. For anything more advanced I always end up using the Pro Q 3. It offers more flexibility, and I have a much faster workflow in it. I also think it sounds better overall, especially when you boost the highs for example, it just sounds much more natural and not so harsh. That said, use whatever you're comfortable with. There's no point in buying an expensive EQ if you don't need any of the unique features it offers. Workflow is key. The best plugin is usually the one that allows you the fastest workflow possible, while still allowing you to do exactly what you need to do. :)

[@Steveness100]

@@FireWalkMusic 👍

[@jasonreviews]

you sound like the guy from how it's made? are you the same guy? on discovery channel?

[@traezaX1]

looking through the comments for Kirchhof eq users 😂😂😂.........i want to get both eqs

[@FireWalkMusic]

They're both very good EQ's. The best EQ, or the best plugin for that matter, and even the best DAW is the one that "clicks" best with your particular workflow. It doesn't matter if it's a synth, effect plugin or a DAW: Use whatever feels most natural to you, that offers you the fastest workflow, while at the same time allowing you to do exactly what you need to do. :)

[@traezaX1]

@@FireWalkMusic i usually love variety ...the more the better .... Dope video

[@Barmelo-Xanthony973]

Cant use any fab filter stuff without my cpu spiking through the roof

[@FireWalkMusic]

What DAW are you using? Have you checked that threaded processing is enabled in the plugin wrapper? Also, the fabfilter stuff uses GPU acceleration for the graphics. If you've turned this off in your OS (or manually in the registry) then this can hinder performance.

[@Seathasky]

Should of used the EQ on that voice in the video, I can hear the artifacts lol

[@pegirusbeats4471]

tdr nova is the same -_-

[@FireWalkMusic]

Thanks for the tip! :)

[@pegirusbeats4471]

9999999999999999999999999999% not sponsored

[@FireWalkMusic]

Atually, this video is not sponsored. It just happens to be my "go to" eq plugin. :)

[@1BluvfreshBeats]

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