What Is a DSP and What Does It Do?
#11
11-25-2018, 07:53 AM
Originally Posted by Hoyt 1911A1
Now that someone has mentioned time alignment is there any data on how much of a change is used on sleds between the three main audio points? I have heard some say it isn't worth the trouble but sometimes if you get bored...
But I tried, and it's really pretty negligible for a daily rider.
T
Last edited by Tailwind; 11-25-2018 at 07:56 AM.
#12
11-25-2018, 08:01 AM
Club Member
The ability to fine tune each speaker on your sled via a DSP is always a good thing.
Is each and every individual going to get a $300+ return on their investment via sound quality?
If u have a money tree, go for it. If you are willing to invest the time in learning the physics, techniques and strategies associated with fine tuning ur audio, then go for it.
If u absolutely don't want to jack with the advanced tuning stuff, don't buy speakers that suck unless they are properly tunes. Most PAs really do suck as plug and play speakers. But when u gut them all dialed in to compliment each other throughout the full range of freqs they really can sound pretty damn good and the volume levels are a solid bonus at 80 mph.
So, does everyone need a DSP? It's an individual choice based on cash and the level of audio quality u think u can obtain via effort, education, HU & speaker capability based on the system u have installed.
Tuff call, cause on the flip side I have seen perfectly damn good sounding speakers get totally molested by dudes that have gone ape shix on really bad tunes.
T
Is each and every individual going to get a $300+ return on their investment via sound quality?
If u have a money tree, go for it. If you are willing to invest the time in learning the physics, techniques and strategies associated with fine tuning ur audio, then go for it.
If u absolutely don't want to jack with the advanced tuning stuff, don't buy speakers that suck unless they are properly tunes. Most PAs really do suck as plug and play speakers. But when u gut them all dialed in to compliment each other throughout the full range of freqs they really can sound pretty damn good and the volume levels are a solid bonus at 80 mph.
So, does everyone need a DSP? It's an individual choice based on cash and the level of audio quality u think u can obtain via effort, education, HU & speaker capability based on the system u have installed.
Tuff call, cause on the flip side I have seen perfectly damn good sounding speakers get totally molested by dudes that have gone ape shix on really bad tunes.
T
Well said!!!!
I wouldn't give mine up for nothing. IMHO, it's damn near a necessity on a 14up HD. I was impressed the moment I added it.
#13
11-25-2018, 08:10 AM
Wouldn’t your bike require a completely different tune for the frequencies cruising along at 80mph? You would need to compensate for the wind rushing past your ears and your pipes at 3000 rpm vs idling at a stop light when all is very quiet. It seams you would need to be able to store more than one program setting.
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#14
11-25-2018, 08:36 AM
Cruiser
Wouldn’t your bike require a completely different tune for the frequencies cruising along at 80mph? You would need to compensate for the wind rushing past your ears and your pipes at 3000 rpm vs idling at a stop light when all is very quiet. It seams you would need to be able to store more than one program setting.
#15
11-25-2018, 09:04 AM
Originally Posted by DLennartz
Wouldn’t your bike require a completely different tune for the frequencies cruising along at 80mph? You would need to compensate for the wind rushing past your ears and your pipes at 3000 rpm vs idling at a stop light when all is very quiet. It seams you would need to be able to store more than one program setting.
T
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#16
11-25-2018, 09:50 AM
#17
11-25-2018, 09:52 AM
Cruiser
For the guys that do not have the time or patience to figure out how to properly use a DSP, there are shops that will preprogram and sell a DSP based on your specific equipment. BY NO MEANS am I endorsing this. I have NO idea how close you can get to a "near perfect tune" without being in front of the bike, nor do I have a preprogrammed DSP. Just thought I'd throw it out there and see what people think.
#18
11-25-2018, 10:27 AM
Club Member
The tuning at 60 is a bit trickier. You have to tune,ride,tune ride, till you're happy.
I've tried to get T to ride pillion and tune for me, he hasn't bit yet. Maybe next MnG I'll just buy him cocktails till his inhibitions drop. Lol
#19
11-25-2018, 10:29 AM
For the guys that do not have the time or patience to figure out how to properly use a DSP, there are shops that will preprogram and sell a DSP based on your specific equipment. BY NO MEANS am I endorsing this. I have NO idea how close you can get to a "near perfect tune" without being in front of the bike, nor do I have a preprogrammed DSP. Just thought I'd throw it out there and see what people think.
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#20
11-25-2018, 10:32 AM
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