HK settings

JonD · 03-24-2015, 03:03 PM

Anybody know what the best settings are for the HK system, there was a list on here somewhere but I can't seem to find it now.

snipnoob86 · 03-24-2015, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by JonD

Anybody know what the best settings are for the HK system, there was a list on here somewhere but I can't seem to find it now.

bass flat
trebble flat

+5
-5
0
0
-1
-1

think thats it. a good one

teaston · 03-24-2015, 03:11 PM

I have found that these settings give a true flat EQ curve, as the standard settings are too weak on both bass and treble.

If you set it like this you can then use the bass & treble adjustments to suit your personal preferences.

Chompers · 03-24-2015, 03:15 PM

Didn't know you could set the HK system to your pref, nice. Another thing to play with on the drive home after collection

ammo23 · 03-24-2015, 03:20 PM

Here's the ones I found and used

teaston · 03-24-2015, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by ammo23

Here's the ones I found and used

Why would you have +5 on 200hz and -7 on 100hz? Looks very bizarre to me!

ammo23 · 03-24-2015, 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by teaston

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Originally Posted by ammo23

Here's the ones I found and used

Why would you have +5 on 200hz and -7 on 100hz? Looks very bizarre to me!

Not sure

I just copied it from the US forum. The guy claimed to be an ex stereo technician!!

....,,,,..,,.. · 03-24-2015, 03:42 PM

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Originally Posted by ammo23

Not sure

I just copied it from the US forum. The guy claimed to be an ex stereo technician!!

Yeah they sacked him for being tone deaf

JustChris · 03-24-2015, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by teaston

I have found that these settings give a true flat EQ curve, as the standard settings are too weak on both bass and treble.

If you set it like this you can then use the bass & treble adjustments to suit your personal preferences.

Cool might give this a try.

Geo's comps · 03-24-2015, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Chompers

Didn't know you could set the HK system to your pref, nice. Another thing to play with on the drive home after collection

+1. However does it depend on the type of music you usually listen to determine which settings you should choose ?

Lux700 · 03-24-2015, 08:18 PM

I've found that there is a considerable frequency overlap crossover between each particular frequency adjuster, so adjusting one level up tends to drag the next one with it more than I'd like. I'm into my hifi (always have been). I can sort of see where the +7 and -5 is coming from! The HK system isn't bad, but it's not as good as it should be.

JonD · 03-25-2015, 02:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Lux700

I've found that there is a considerable frequency overlap crossover between each particular frequency adjuster, so adjusting one level up tends to drag the next one with it more than I'd like. I'm into my hifi (always have been). I can sort of see where the +7 and -5 is coming from! The HK system isn't bad, but it's not as good as it should be.

Out of intrest what settings do you use?

GEP77 · 03-25-2015, 04:18 AM

There isn't a 'right' setting to use. Just adjust it until you get a sound you are most pleased with. Also don't forget what may sound good when stationary might not be so pleasing when on the move.

teaston · 03-25-2015, 04:25 AM

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Originally Posted by GEP77

There isn't a 'right' setting to use. Just adjust it until you get a sound you are most pleased with. Also don't forget what may sound good when stationary might not be so pleasing when on the move.

Yes, this is a very good point! I set mine up when on the move.

JonD · 03-25-2015, 04:32 AM

Thanks for the replies, I'm no audio person but yes I realsie there isn't a pefect for all setting, but I'd imagine there's a good fit all in there somewhere.

Sussex_G20 · 03-25-2015, 04:33 AM

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Originally Posted by ammo23

Here's the ones I found and used

Base stereo from build, this is my equaliser screen

JonD · 03-25-2015, 06:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Sussex_F32

Base stereo from build, this is my equaliser screen

I've no idea what that's telling me but I assume it's good

TomF32 · 03-25-2015, 07:32 AM

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Originally Posted by ammo23

Here's the ones I found and used

This!

Tried it out this morning and with a bit of increase on treble and bass to my liking

I found this one as good a setting as I've found!

V8RM · 03-25-2015, 08:18 AM

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Originally Posted by GEP77

There isn't a 'right' setting to use. Just adjust it until you get a sound you are most pleased with. Also don't forget what may sound good when stationary might not be so pleasing when on the move.

Agree, let your own ears decide.

JB14 · 03-25-2015, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by ammo23

Here's the ones I found and used

^this from GlenNYC on US forum. Was a good starting point for me. Worth a try IMO

Kal101 · 03-25-2015, 06:06 PM

Adjusted mine including balance until the bass stopped hurting my ears !!!

Archham · 03-26-2015, 03:02 PM

It's definitely one of those subjective things, but quite a lot of discussion here:

http://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=954719

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JonD Major 205 Rep 1,152 Posts Drives: 1 Series Coupe, M Sport Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the replies, I'm no audio person but yes I realsie there isn't a pefect for all setting, but I'd imagine there's a good fit all in there somewhere.
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Archham Registered 0 Rep 1 Posts Drives: tbc! Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	It's definitely one of those subjective things, but quite a lot of discussion here: http://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=954719
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