Unless you own a high-quality subwoofer, you may want to cut off or reduce frequencies lower than 50Hz, as this is where it tends to sound muddy. This “sub-bass” region is typically reserved for the guttural, eerie sounds of sci-fi and action films. [2] X Research source
Be sure to experiment with a few different settings in this range. Some instruments may not require as much adjustment as others, so experiment accordingly so as to avoid any muddying or distortion. If you use a parametric equalizer, it is generally best to cut from your EQ settings as opposed to boosting them, by reducing all frequency sliders higher than your bass frequencies, such that your bass is relatively louder. This approach helps avoid audio distortion caused by clipping. If you still want to boost rather than cut, pay attention to the clipping indicator on your equalizer, typically included on any software or hardware EQ. If the clipping light blinks, you may need to reduce the amount you have boosted your bass.
Adjusting your low-mid frequencies for acoustic music requires a lot of care and precision. The lower end of most instruments sits in this range, so excessive boosting/cutting can cause too much noise or overcrowding.
Like with other genres, pop music requires a great deal of trial and error. The high-mid frequency range is rather large, so you will want to experiment with different settings until you determine what sounds best to your ears.
Electronic music can refer to a wide variety of songs, and many tend to be bass-heavy. You may want to experiment with a combination of Presence and bass settings when optimizing your EQ for electronic.
Rock guitarists tend to refer to the “rock curve,” in which your optimal EQ settings form a proper curve. [5] X Research source If you are using your EQ to create rock music, the curve might suit your needs. If you are simply listening to music, you may have a different set of EQ needs.
