EDS8DSP-E3 EDGE Street Series 8 Channel DSP Processor
The EDGE EDS8DSP is a versatile 8-channel digital signal processor (DSP) designed to enhance the audio quality of car audio systems. It offers a comprehensive suite of features, including 31-band parametric EQ, real-time adjustments, and time alignment. This review will delve into the technical aspects of the EDS8DSP, focusing on its user interface, audio performance, and overall value.
Intuitive User Interface
The EDS8DSP boasts an intuitive user interface, developed in collaboration with Europe's most experienced car audio sound quality judge. This expertise is evident in the logical layout and clear labeling of controls, making it easy for both beginners and experienced users to navigate the DSP's features. The interface is designed to provide a seamless experience, allowing users to quickly and efficiently adjust settings to their desired preferences right from the palm of their hand. The software is available for both Android and IOS.
31-Band Parametric EQ
One of the standout features of the EDS8DSP is its fully featured 31-band parametric EQ. This powerful tool enables precise control over the frequency response of your audio system. By adjusting the level, frequency, and Q-factor of each band, users can tailor the sound to their liking, compensating for interior acoustics, speaker characteristics, and personal preferences.
Real-Time Adjustments
The EDS8DSP offers real-time adjustments, allowing users to make changes to their settings on the fly using a smart phone. This is particularly useful for fine-tuning the sound while listening to music. Whether it's adjusting the bass or treble levels or making subtle changes to the time alignment, real-time adjustments provide a level of flexibility that is essential for achieving optimal audio performance.
Time Alignment
Time alignment is a critical aspect of car audio systems, as it ensures that all sound waves reach the listener's ears at the same time. The EDS8DSP includes a time alignment feature that allows users to adjust the delay of each channel, compensating for differences in speaker placement and distances. This helps to create a more cohesive and immersive soundstage. Essential for creating that perfect centre position or tuning pro speakers for listening outside the car.
Inexpensive and Simple
The EDS8DSP delivers exceptional audio performance, thanks to its high-quality components and advanced processing capabilities. The best part is that all this technology is available without breaking the bank. True to our brand philosophy; to bring great products to the many, not just the few.
Product Features:
- Cast aluminium chassis
- Auto turn on circuit
- High and low level input
- Optical and coaxial digital input
- Audio streaming receiver
- 8 channel RCA output
- Master volume control via smartphone app
- Source input switching from High level, RCA, optical digital and wireless streaming
- 1/3 octave parametric equaliser with variable Q
- High pass, low pass and bandpass crossover for each channel with variable crossover slope up to 48dB per octave
- Phase control
- Time alignment for each channel
- Powerful mixer allows summing of input signal and distribution to any channel
- Limiter allows full control over system dynamics
- Real time adjustment from the drivers seat allowing easy setup after installation
- All features can be adjusted with intuitive gesture control
