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Behringer DEQ2496 - worth using in hi-end system?

I am considering trying it in a digital chain. I want to correct for room and any system internal dependencies. I am tired of using cables as tone controls, there has to be something better to make those minimal changes.

I am looking for opinions and short system desriptions.
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tvad
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I've decided to give the Behringer DEQ2496 a try. It will be necessary to install the unit in my tape loop, so I'm ordering adapters.

What do you owners recommend for interconnects? I'm more likely to purchase something neutral in tone and reasonably priced...not my usual Purist Audio stuff.

Also, I presently use my tape loop output for another purpose. Does the Behringer have a second set of outputs that I can use ? All I saw in a photo were phono jacks. Do I have to purchase Male Phono/Female RCA adapters? If so, from where?

Finally, the best price I've found is $299 on Zzounds.com, or Musiciansfriend.com. Any better sources?
drubin
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You might want to try using it between transport and DAC. Actually, I know you can't do that, Grant, so use it between transport and preamp.

Don't forget to order the microphone.
tvad
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06-11-06: Drubin
You might want to try using it between transport and DAC. Actually, I know you can't do that, Grant, so use it between transport and preamp.
What are the benefits of this method over the tape loop method, other than freeing up the preamp's tape loop for another purpose? I was thinking the tape loop method offered the flexibility to completely bypass the EQ if I so choose. Placing it between the CDP and preamp does not offer this as the signal still runs through some EQ circuitry even if the bypass switch is engaged, correct?

Also, placing the EQ between CDP and preamp dedicates the EQ to just the CDP, and my other sources do not benefit from the DEQ2496.
drubin
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If I'm not mistaken, it's a digital EQ, so putting in the tape loop means it will have to perform AD and DA conversion. Placing it between transport and DAC avoids those extra conversions.
tvad
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Yes, Dan, but I do not own a transport and DAC. I own a Denon 3910 with balanced analog outputs. Therefore, whether I place the EQ between the Denon and preamp, or in the preamp's tape loop, I will still be required to utilize the Behringer's analog XLR inputs and outputs.

For those who own transport/DAC combos, I can see the advantage of keeping the signal processing in the digital domain.
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