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EQBase vs FxSound
Both stand on audio equalizer software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APIMac
EQBase offers a free system-wide equalizer, headphone profiles and audio recording, with room correction and app controls in Pro. Check the macOS requirement and the device limit attached to the plan you choose.
Visit EQBase Free plan Open source Windows
FxSound offers audio adjustments and multiple listed use cases at no charge. Buyers should note that it is limited to Windows and does not provide app-specific profiles.
Visit FxSoundThe facts
| EQBase | FxSound | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Yes |
| Runs on | API, Mac | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Pro Annual: $39.99 a year | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 4 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | eqbase.app | fxsound.com |
| On audio equalizer software | #4 of 22 | #1 of 22 |
EQBase: what it does well
- Free tier has no time limit.
- Profiles cover more than 8,600 headphone models.
- Free tier records in six listed audio formats.
- Audio processing is local.
- Supports Apple silicon and Intel Macs.
What to know first
- Requires macOS 14.4 or later.
- Pro routing uses a user-space Core Audio driver.
- Lifetime Pro covers one Mac.
FxSound: what it does well
- Free plan for Windows PCs
- Equalizer, effects, and presets
- Noise reduction and virtual surround
- Downloads for x86/x64 and ARM64
What to know first
- Windows only
- No app-specific profiles
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