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How to Use the Equalizer in VLC Media Player
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By Mark Harris Mark Harris Writer University of Wolverhampton Mark Harris is a former writer for Lifewire who wrote about the digital music scene and streaming music services in an easy to understand, no-nonsense manner. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on December 14, 2021 Reviewed by Jon Fisher Reviewed by Jon Fisher Wichita Technical Institute Jonathan Fisher is a CompTIA certified technologist with more than 6 years' experience writing for publications like TechNorms and Help Desk Geek. lifewire's editorial guidelines Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Audio Speakers Soundbars Stereos & Receivers In VLC, go to Window > Tools > Effects and filters, click the check box next to the Enable option.Use the preset drop-down menu to select a preset, or adjust the frequency band sliders to adjust the sound manually. The VLC equalizer tool allows you to control the output level of specific frequency bands, ranging from 60 hertz to 16 kilohertz. This guide covers how to use EQ presets and manually configure the equalizer with your preferred settings. The VLC media player is available for most desktop and mobile platforms, including Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. Enabling the Equalizer and Using Presets
The VLC equalizer is disabled by default. To activate the equalizer and use the built-in presets, do the following: From the menu bar, select Window, then choose Audio Effects. In some versions of VLS, you may have to select the Tools menu tab and then choose Effects and Filters. Alternatively, press and hold CTRL+E to open the Audio Effects window. On the Equalizer tab in the Audio Effects window, click the checkbox next to the Enable option. To use a preset, click the drop-down menu located on the right side of the equalizer screen. VLC Media Player has a solid selection of presets that cover many popular genres. There are also a few specific settings such as Full Bass, Headphones, and Large Hall. Now that you've chosen a preset, play a song so you can hear what it sounds like. Play a song from one of your playlists or click Media > Open File and choose one. As the song plays, you can change presets on the fly to evaluate the effect each preset has on your music. If you want to tweak a preset, use the slider bars on each frequency band. If, for example, you want to boost the bass, adjust the low-frequency bands on the left side of the interface screen. To change how high-frequency sounds sound, adjust the sliders on the right side of the EQ tool. When you are happy with a preset, select the Close button. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire The 9 Best Equalizer Apps for Android in 2022 How to Rip Music From CDs Using Windows Media Player 11 How to Stream Radio Using Icecast on VLC Media Player How to Change the Windows Media Player Playback Speed Windows Media Player 12 Equalizer: Presets and Custom Settings How to Make a Playlist in Windows Media Player 11 How to Rotate Videos in Windows Media Player Tutorial for Adding Music and Fade Effects in iMovie 11 Creating a Media Library in VLC Player M4A File (What It Is and How to Open One) The 5 Best Speaker Booster Apps of 2022 How to Use Sound Check on iPhone and Other Apple Devices Tutorial to Add Fake Rain to a Photo in GIMP How to List All Music in Windows Media Player Library How to Play Music in TeamSpeak 3 on a Computer How to Print in Black and White on Mac Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies