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Description
The Image Line Fruity Parametric EQ 2 is a versatile and powerful seven-band parametric equalizer, specifically designed for music producers and audio engineers who demand precision and flexibility in their sound shaping tools. This EQ plugin is a staple in the FL Studio suite, offering real-time spectrum analysis that provides a visual representation of your audio's frequency content, helping you make informed decisions during the mixing process.
Its intuitive interface allows users to effortlessly manipulate each band's frequency, gain, and bandwidth, ensuring the perfect balance and clarity in your mix. The plugin features a sleek, interactive frequency spectrum display where you can visually adjust parameters, making it accessible for both beginners and seasoned professionals. This visual feedback is essential for identifying and addressing problematic frequencies with ease.
The Fruity Parametric EQ 2 is not just about functionality but also about performance. It is optimized for low CPU usage, ensuring that your creative process remains uninterrupted by technical limitations. Additionally, the plugin supports linear phase filtering for phase-corrected equalization, crucial for maintaining audio integrity during complex mixes.
Whether you're looking to enhance your vocal tracks, tighten up your drum mix, or sculpt your overall sound, the Image Line Fruity Parametric EQ 2 offers the precision and flexibility required to bring your productions to life.
Key Features:
- Seven-band parametric equalizer for comprehensive sound shaping
- Real-time spectrum analysis for visual feedback
- Intuitive interface with interactive frequency spectrum display
- Optimized for low CPU usage
- Supports linear phase filtering for phase-corrected equalization
Videos
FL Studio
FL STUDIO | Parametric EQ 2 (Updated)
FL STUDIO | Parametric EQ 2 (Updated)
FL Studio
FL STUDIO | Mixing Basics - Equalization
FL Studio
FL Studio Basics 11: Parametric EQ 2
SeamlessR
How to Use Fruity Parametric EQ 2 - FL Studio Equalizer Tutorial - 5 Minute Mixing Tips
Attollo Studios
FL STUDIO Cos'è e come funziona l'equalizzatore FRUITY PARAMETRIC EQ 2 tutorial completo in italiano
Paolo Fedi
Reviews
PROS
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Lightweight, runs smoothly even with multiple instances
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Attractive GUI with built-in spectrograph
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Excellent for surgical EQ and precise frequency cuts
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Great spectrum analyzer for visual feedback
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Simple and fast for basic EQ tasks
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Effective for creating unique sound effects like wobbles and growls
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Highly recommended for mastering and sound effects
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Included in FL Studio at no additional cost
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Versatile, works well with various instruments and sound applications
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Visual aid makes frequency editing intuitive
CONS
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Not as feature-packed as some competitors like FabFilter Pro-Q
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May struggle with control for some users
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Image-Line Fruity Parametric EQ 2.
Software and compatibility
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Users have faced compatibility issues with Fruity Parametric EQ 2 in FL Studio 21, requiring updates to beta versions to resolve freezing problems.
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Loading projects created in newer FL Studio versions can lead to errors, prompting the need for consistent software updates to maintain plugin compatibility.
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Users with cracked versions of FL Studio 20 report missing options in Fruity Parametric EQ 2, suggesting potential feature limitations in unauthorized software copies.
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Setup and maintenance
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A workaround involves using the FL Studio Diagnostics Tool to remove problematic plugins, which can help prevent DAW crashes.
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User experience
Features and functionality
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The updated version of Fruity Parametric EQ 2 includes a new Histogram view with several visualization options, such as combining the Histogram with the classic Heatmap.
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To switch from the default Heatmap view to the Histogram view, users must deselect 'show heat map' in the options found by clicking a play button-like arrow at the bottom of the EQ window.
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Critic Reviews
4.5 out of 5
Based on 47 Reviews and 183 Ratings
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So lightweight plugin and design young
I always use this plugin, it's not affect heavy to my computer and so easy to use.
1493
AMAZING!
This is the first EQ I grab. It allows me to get quite surgical yet still keeps musical. The other eq that ranks with this is the Fab Filter Pro Q. Either work and I use both daily. I love that this loads light and I can run dozens of these across a hundred channels should I need during a huge mix.... and I have!
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A very good equalizer
This is FL Studio's default EQ, and the only one I've used (though I do hope to expand to Fabfilter Pro Q 2). It's very good, and the spectrograph is very help for finding this undesirable frequencies. Also, automating a bandpass filter in this can make some pretty good wobble sounds (I learned that trick SeamlessR ;) )
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An essential to any FL Studio project.
I can't produce without it. It's beautifully designed interface, along with the very pretty spectrum makes it a must-have. The automation capabilities can make this effect a very powerful weapon for super deep wubs and growls. I don't think it's quite as feature-packed as FabFilter's Pro-Q or Pro-Q 2, but it certainly gets the job done with plenty of room to spare.
189
Useful
While I would rather prefer the Ableton Live EQ, I think this EQ does a splendid job with cutting/adding certain frequencies in the mix.
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Diverse EQ
I recently obtained a Gibson G400 and by doing so, I come to appreciate just how expansive this EQ plugin is. I've used it in other applications but when I incorporate it into an fx bus of an external instrument like an electric guitar, mic, or synth, It really comes into its own. +1 for team Image Line for having some of the greatest native plugins at no additional cost.
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gets the job done
Sounds just like the old Fruity Parametric but it ahs a bigger, more attractive GUI and a built in spectrograph. Very functional and surgical plugin for sure. Personally I seldom use it because I don't like tos ee the music unless my ears are completely stymied.
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Nice EQ
I use this quite a lot of the time for basic EQ and HP / LP and Bandpass Features. Simple, gets the job done.
Artist usage
Add artist
At 04:01 in the video, Martin Garrix opens up the Parametric EQ from Image Line to equalize the sample he used to make the intro of "Animals."
Parametric EQ 2 is seen in Afrojack's Instagram posts.
"I definitely couldn't live without Parametric EQ 2. Its visual component is absolutely irreplaceable."
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In this Instagram post from Bassjackers you can see that they are using Fruity Parametric EQ 2.
In this photo, Julian Jordan is using Image Line's Parametric EQ 2 amongst a slew of other plugins.
The Image Line Parametric EQ 2 is seen at 04:20 in Cazzette's mixer.
In the YouTube video "Wake Up explained in the studio," Jay Hardway demonstrates the use of Image Line Fruity Parametric EQ 2 multiple times during the track's production process.
In a YouTube livestream titled "Tristam explains sidechaining in FL Studio," Tristam uses the Image Line Fruity Parametric EQ 2 extensively to mix a track he creates during the session.
On a new tutorial, Carnage gives some tips on 808s and sound layering. He is seen using FL Studio throughout and at 2:40 gives a shout-out to the Fruity EQ2.
In the monitor to the left, multiple Image Line parametric EQ 2s can be seen open in Tobu screen.
Album Usage
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Genre Usage
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