EQ Setup Guide
This guide provides fully specified EQ settings for the PD200W dynamic microphone when used with Maono Link (Desktop).
All presets are designed with clearly audible results in mind, allowing beginners to immediately hear the effect of EQ adjustments while remaining technically sound for professional use.
Before You Start
Please complete the following steps before adjusting the EQ:
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Connect the PD200W dynamic microphone to your computer
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Launch Maono Link (Desktop)
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Software version: v3.8.14_0919 or later
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Go to Scene → Equalizer → Create New or Import Configuration
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Keep all EQ bands set to the default Bell (Peaking) filter
Quick Configuration Import Steps
Why These EQ Settings Are More Pronounced
Dynamic microphones typically exhibit:
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Strong proximity-effect low frequencies
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Natural high-frequency roll-off above 8 kHz
Small EQ changes (±2 dB) are often difficult for beginners to perceive, especially without trained monitoring.
Therefore, the gain values in this guide are intentionally set to clearly audible ranges.
If a more natural or subtle result is desired, simply reduce all gain values by 1–3 dB while keeping frequency and Q unchanged.
EQ Design Principles for Dynamic Microphones
1. Low-Frequency Control Comes First
Close-mic dynamic microphones easily accumulate low-frequency energy, causing boominess or muddiness.
A High-Pass Filter (HPF) between 80–120 Hz is recommended in most voice applications.
2. High-Frequency Boost Must Be Perceptible
Due to high-frequency attenuation, boosts above 8 kHz usually need +3 to +6 dB to produce noticeable air and detail.
3. Midrange Defines Vocal Character
The 800 Hz – 3 kHz range determines clarity, presence, and intelligibility:
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Boost → forward, clear, articulate
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Cut → smooth, relaxed, distant
4. Q Factor Shapes the Style
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Lower Q (0.8–1.2): smoother, more natural
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Higher Q (1.5–3.0): focused, stylized, character-driven
EQ Presets (Full Parameters)
All presets below use Bell filters unless otherwise specified.
1. Podcast
Sonic Character: Warm · Forward · Vintage
Use Cases: Radio broadcasting, podcasts, narration
EQ Parameters
| Band | Frequency (Hz) | Gain (dB) | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 120 | +5 | 1.0 |
| 2 | 350 | -2 | 1.2 |
| 3 | 1500 | +3 | 1.0 |
| 4 | 4000 | +3 | 1.2 |
| 5 | 8000 | -3 | 1.0 |
Filters
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HPF: 80 Hz
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LPF: 14 kHz
Configuration file download
2. Clear & Bright
Sonic Character: Transparent · Crisp · Detailed
Use Cases: Voice-over, tutorials, spoken-word recording
EQ Parameters
| Band | Frequency (Hz) | Gain (dB) | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 150 | -3 | 1.0 |
| 2 | 400 | -2 | 1.0 |
| 3 | 2500 | +5 | 1.0 |
| 4 | 5000 | +6 | 1.0 |
| 5 | 10000 | +5 | 1.0 |
Filters
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HPF: 90 Hz
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LPF: 18 kHz
Configuration file download
3. Boxed / Muffled
Sonic Character: Dark · Narrow · Enclosed
Use Cases: Dialogue effects, atmospheric or confined-space simulation
EQ Parameters
| Band | Frequency (Hz) | Gain (dB) | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 120 | +4 | 1.0 |
| 2 | 250 | +3 | 1.2 |
| 3 | 500 | -2 | 1.0 |
| 4 | 2000 | -3 | 1.0 |
| 5 | 7000 | -2 | 1.0 |
Filters
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HPF: 50 Hz
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LPF: 14 kHz
Configuration file download
4. Vintage Microphone
Sonic Character: Retro · Narrowband · Radio Speaker
Use Cases: Old-style narration, retro content creation
EQ Parameters
| Band | Frequency (Hz) | Gain (dB) | Q |
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| 1 | 200 | -9 | 1.0 |
| 2 | 800 | +12 | 3.0 |
| 3 | 1500 | +6 | 1.5 |
| 4 | 5000 | -6 | 1.2 |
| 5 | 10000 | -12 | 1.0 |
Filters
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HPF: 120 Hz
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LPF: 4 kHz
Configuration file download
5. Comedic / Overdriven
Sonic Character: Aggressive · Exaggerated · High Impact
Use Cases: Entertainment streaming, comedic voice chat
EQ Parameters
| Band | Frequency (Hz) | Gain (dB) | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 80 | +6 | 1.0 |
| 2 | 250 | -4 | 1.2 |
| 3 | 3000 | +6 | 1.0 |
| 4 | 6000 | +6 | 1.0 |
| 5 | 12000 | +4 | 1.0 |
Filters
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HPF: 60 Hz
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LPF: 19 kHz
Configuration file download
6. Gaming / Live Chat
Sonic Character: Clear · Focused · High Intelligibility
Use Cases: Gaming voice chat, live streaming communication
EQ Parameters
| Band | Frequency (Hz) | Gain (dB) | Q |
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| 1 | 120 | -4 | 1.0 |
| 2 | 400 | -3 | 1.0 |
| 3 | 2000 | +4 | 1.0 |
| 4 | 4500 | +4 | 1.0 |
| 5 | 8000 | +2 | 1.0 |
Filters
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HPF: 100 Hz
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LPF: 17 kHz
Configuration file download
7. Deep
Sonic Character: Low · Solid · Smooth
Use Cases: News delivery, documentary narration
EQ Parameters
| Band | Frequency (Hz) | Gain (dB) | Q |
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| 1 | 100 | +5 | 1.0 |
| 2 | 300 | +3 | 1.2 |
| 3 | 1500 | -2 | 1.0 |
| 4 | 3000 | -1 | 1.0 |
| 5 | 6000 | +1 | 1.0 |
Filters
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HPF: 60 Hz
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LPF: 15 kHz
Configuration file download
8. Pop Vocal
Sonic Character: Present · Polished · Stage-Oriented
Use Cases: Pop singing, live performance
EQ Parameters
| Band | Frequency (Hz) | Gain (dB) | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 100 | +2 | 1.0 |
| 2 | 250 | -1 | 1.0 |
| 3 | 2500 | +3 | 1.0 |
| 4 | 5000 | +3 | 1.0 |
| 5 | 10000 | +2 | 1.0 |
Filters
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HPF: 80 Hz
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LPF: 18 kHz
Reverb Recommendation: Level 2
Configuration file download
9. Studio Recording (Perceptual Reference Version)
Sonic Character: Natural · Detailed · Airy
Use Cases: Podcasting, studio voice recording
EQ Parameters
| Band | Frequency (Hz) | Gain (dB) | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 120 | +2 | 1.0 |
| 2 | 300 | -1 | 1.0 |
| 3 | 2000 | +3 | 1.0 |
| 4 | 4000 | +3 | 1.0 |
| 5 | 8000 | +1 | 1.0 |
Filters
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HPF: 70 Hz
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LPF: 20 kHz
Configuration file download
Practical Tips
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If the overall effect feels too strong or too subtle, adjust all gain values uniformly by ±3 dB
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Always monitor with headphones when evaluating EQ changes
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Perceived EQ differences may sound less pronounced on speakers compared to headphones — this is normal
Final Note
EQ is not about “fixing” your voice — it is about matching your voice to the intended use case.
Once you can clearly hear what each frequency range contributes, fine-tuning becomes intuitive.