Why ultimate ‘real’ can’t be analogue

For decades, audiophiles and sound engineers have pursued truly lifelike audio. In the early days of Hi-Fi, the secrets behind "being-there real" sound were not fully understood. As a result, traditional analogue systems relied on complex and costly engineering to mitigate inherent errors—errors that simply couldn’t be corrected.

But hearing a difference doesn’t always mean hearing reality. While trained ears may notice the smallest variations in sound, even casual listeners recognize that loudspeakers rarely sound truly real. Achieving this authenticity requires precise electro-mechanical control—ensuring all frequencies arrive in sync, at the right volume, and with minimal distortion.

Restoring microseconds in milliseconds.

In the 1990s, DEQX pioneered low-latency Impulse Response calibration, transforming pro-audio monitor performance. Gen-4 introduces a genuinely new generation of audio with cutting-edge multi-core 64-bit, Gigahertz processing that meticulously reconstructs the audio signal to compensate for phase delay and amplitude errors introduced by loudspeaker mechanics.

Frequencies distorted in time and level are restored with microsecond resolution to realign, ensuring pristine, time-coherent sound that analogue Hi-Fi simply cannot achieve, except through exorbitant engineering efforts. Even then, DEQX takes performance even further.

DEQX Gen-4: Precision Beyond Limits

Our latest Gen-4 models are ground up redesigns, advancing beyond our legacy multi-DSP platforms. With perfect digital THD and noise levels at -200dB, distortion, noise, and artefacts are simply non-existent. The debate between analogue and digital is no longer relevant.

DEQX: Leading the Future of Audio

For over 40 years, our founder and engineers have been revolutionizing professional audio production. Now, we’re bringing the same cutting-edge innovation to consumers—delivering ultimate audio performance at a reasonable cost.

Introducing the DEQX Gen-4 Series

Our latest line up offers precision-engineered solutions designed for every level of audiophile:

• LS200: An integrated system with built-in amplifiers—just add speakers, and subwoofers if needed.
• Pre-4: Pair it with your favourite amplifier for your full range speakers with optional subwoofer integration. Alternatively, combine it with two amplifiers for your bi-wire-able speakers.
• Pre-8: Our flagship model, built for true enthusiasts. Featuring DEQX-Active third-generation architecture with steep linear-phase crossovers and individual driver Impulse Response calibration, it redefines sonic purity.

Intelligent Calibration: DEQX-Cloud

All Gen-4 models connect to DEQX-Cloud, offering speaker and room measurement along with our new cloud-based analysis and personalized calibration system. With state-of-the-art DACs, ADCs, SRCs, eight-core CPUs, streaming capabilities, phono integration, and versatile input and output options—both balanced and unbalanced—you get unparalleled control over your audio environment.

From Beta to Supervised: The Next Evolution

We’re nearing the end of our Beta software phase, where early adopters have enjoyed direct access to our latest technology. With software now stable and even more features on the horizon, we’re transitioning to Supervised Mode, where DEQXpert guidance ensures you achieve the perfect setup via remote support. Later this year, a much simplified “Full Self-Driving” option will be released on existing hardware, making the measurement and calibration process a breeze.

Welcome to the next generation of audio precision—where music isn’t just heard, but truly experienced.