Ashly Audio
Ashly PQX 572
Best precise equalization for professional audio environments.
The Ashly PQX572 Parametric Equalizer delivers exceptional audio control with remarkably low noise and distortion, offering superior headroom for a cleaner signal path. Its core strength lies in the precise bandwidth adjustment, allowing for detailed sound sculpting and effective feedback management without compromising audio quality. This equalizer is ideal for professionals seeking fine-tuned frequency control and minimal audible side effects, making it a powerful tool for both studio and live sound applications.
$274.45
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Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
154
/ 306
#154 in Equalizers
Price vs Category Average
-90%
Below average
Equalizer Type
Parametric
/ Parametric
Who it's for
- Professional audio engineers needing precise sound sculpting
- Sound professionals requiring durable, long-lasting audio equipment
- Audio technicians working across diverse sound environments
Who should skip it
- Newcomers to audio engineering seeking simple, intuitive controls
- Budget-conscious users looking for affordable audio solutions
- Engineers prioritizing digital workflow integration and convenience
Performance breakdown
Frequency Precision
The 100:1 frequency range allows for surgical sound sculpting.
Signal Integrity
Analog circuitry maintains a clean path with minimal noise floor.
Feedback Management
Effectively eliminates unwanted resonance without coloring the original audio.
Headroom Capacity
Superior headroom prevents clipping during high-intensity live sound applications.
Bandwidth Flexibility
Extensive 70:1 bandwidth range offers unmatched control over filter shapes.
Tactile Control
Rotary knobs provide intuitive, hands-on adjustments for quick live mixing.
Key Specs
Equalizer Type
Parametric
Control Interface
Rotary Knobs
Digital or Analog
Analog
Low noise and distortion
Greater headroom
Precise control of bandwidth adjustment
100
1 frequency range per bandpass filter
70
1 bandwidth range
Features
- Precise bandwidth and frequency control for detailed sound shaping
- Low noise and distortion for a clean signal path
- Greater headroom than many comparable units
- Effective feedback control without audible side effects
- Independent adjustment of amplitude, frequency, and bandwidth
- 100:1 frequency range per bandpass filter
- 70:1 bandwidth range for fine-tuning
- Analog signal processing for warm audio quality
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Ashly PQX 572 for its exceptional sound quality and robust reliability. Users frequently highlight its transparent audio processing, noting how effectively it shapes sound without introducing unwanted coloration. The precise control offered by its parametric equalization is a significant advantage for fine tuning audio in demanding environments. Many appreciate its durable construction, confirming it withstands the rigors of professional use, making it a dependable choice for critical sound applications. This unit is widely regarded as a solid performer, delivering consistent, high fidelity results.
Know before you buy
Unlike a graphic equalizer with fixed frequency bands, the PQX 572 is a parametric equalizer. This allows you to precisely select the exact frequency, bandwidth, and amplitude for each band, giving you much finer control over sound shaping and surgical feedback removal.
Yes, the PQX 572 is highly effective for feedback suppression. Because you can adjust the bandwidth so narrowly, you can target and cut specific problem frequencies without affecting the surrounding audio, preventing the audible artifacts often caused by wider filters.
The unit offers a 70:1 bandwidth range, allowing you to dial in everything from very broad, musical adjustments to extremely tight, surgical notches. This flexibility ensures you can address specific resonances without coloring the rest of your signal.
The PQX 572 is engineered for low noise and low distortion. It is designed to maintain signal integrity, providing high headroom that ensures your audio remains clean even when you are applying significant EQ adjustments.
It is versatile enough for both. While its feedback management capabilities make it a staple for live sound, its precise control and low-distortion design make it equally useful for detailed sound shaping in a studio environment.
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