Operation amplifier audio equalizer

[swuster]

Homework Statement

I am to construct a circuit which can provide variable gain for the bass, midrange, and treble frequencies of an input. One of the stipulations is that I should use as few elements as possible.

Homework Equations

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The Attempt at a Solution

Right now the only solution I can think of is cascading three band pass filters, each with cutoffs for the frequencies relating to bass, mid-range, and treble, and each with variable resistors to change the gain, but I think there's probably a better way to implement this. Is there a way to separate the various frequencies so that I can connect three variable resistors in parallel and use only one op amp, as opposed to three?

 

[skeptic2]

Do you have a version of SPICE? There are various free versions available on the internet and it would be a good idea to simulate your ideas before building a circuit.

 

[Mene]

I would suggest considering a different approach to designing this circuit. Instead of using three separate bandpass filters, which can be complex and require multiple op amps, you may want to consider using a single operational amplifier with a multiple feedback (MFB) bandpass filter configuration. This allows for the use of only one op amp and a smaller number of elements while still providing variable gain for each frequency band.

Another option to explore could be using a graphic equalizer chip, which is specifically designed for audio equalization and could potentially simplify the circuit design.

In addition, it is important to consider the specific requirements and limitations of the project, such as power supply and size constraints, as well as the desired frequency response and gain range. This can help guide the selection of components and determine the most efficient and effective approach for the circuit design.

Overall, I would suggest further research and experimentation to find the most optimal solution for this operation amplifier audio equalizer project.