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EQ
EQ is equalisation: the process of boosting or cutting frequency areas in a sound.
Also called: Equalisation
Level relevance: introduced at Nat 3; tagged for every later level where the same concept remains useful.
Explanation
EQ can improve clarity, reduce unwanted frequency build-up, shape tone, or help parts fit together in a mix. It should be used by listening in context.
Topics
EQMixingProcessing
Curriculum statusofficial concept
Review statusdraft
Sources
- National 5 Music Technology course specification, May 2023, version 3.0 · accessed 2026-07-08
Used for the National 3, National 4, and National 5 technology and music concept tables.