From: Erik Slagter <erik_at_slagter.name>
Date: Mon, 18 Dec 2006 15:36:03 +0100

Michael DiFebbo wrote:
>> I have 5G iPod and when using Replaygain, Crossfeed, Equalizer all
>> enabled (sometimes adding Dithering to them) scrolling becomes
>> sluggish and power consumption is higher. (inevitably:)

> Try using the hardware EQ, which is not CPU intensive. Note that only
> the low and high shelf filters work, but by using the hardware EQ
> instead of the software EQ for these, you can reduce the CPU load somewhat.

I have a Nano and the "HW EQ" (basically a bass and treble knob) really
sucks. Turning up either one will also increase the volume. Also the
range is far too wide to be usable.

Received on 2006-12-18