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Real time analyzer

After reading Jim Smith's Get Better Sound I am considering purchasing a real time analyzer that can measure on at least a 1/3 octave scale. I would like to spend less than $400. I have seen several PC based systems that fall within my price range. Also, the Samson D-1500 falls within my price range. I would appreciate your guidance and recommendations on this topic.

Thanks.
papajoe
hotsauce
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If you have an android phone, there is a free app to do this. Its not as accurate of course, but its free, and you can get an idea of where your room is.

John C.
ngjockey
1,042 posts
 
Thanks Kal

Didn't find R&D
TEF looks very competent but, being hardware based, is also expensive.
Led me to Smaart v7, ($895) which is closer to what I imagined.
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kr4
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R+D: [url]http://www.etfacoustic.com/RPlusDSite/index.html[/url]
hornguys
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Generally, it's not the software, but the quality of the microphone that can introduce variables.

Ideally, the mic could be a condenser omni, calibrated to the system.

Never a dynamic cardiod, as is found in the Radio Shack meters.
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fretsnkeys
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I know this response is a little late but I use a Behringer Ultracurve Pro (under $300) and a calibrated mic ($50 from your local Guitar Center). I use this unit for speaker building measurments, Audio system setup, PA system control when I gig, recording, and final mixdowns. Incredibly flexible piece of gear.
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