Equalizer in Windows 7 - is there?

If you want to customize the sound under Windows 7, this works with an equalizer. In this practical tip, we will show you which options are available.

Windows 7: Set equalizer - how it works

Windows itself does not have an equalizer on board in any version. Windows is not responsible for this either. The manufacturer of the sound card has the say here:

• Realtek sound cards are installed in most computers. Programs like the Realtek HD Audio Manager are pre-installed on many computers and can be found at the bottom of the taskbar.
• Here you can select some equalizers for the speakers in the "Sound Effects" category and change them if necessary. However, these settings are not available for all speakers.
• If the sound card is managed by other programs, these are also quite easy to find. Simply follow the instructions in the following practical tip.

iTunes, VLC and Co .: Activate equalizer

• Alternatively, you can activate the equalizer in the individual programs. The changed sound then only applies to the respective music player.
• In the VLC player, simply use the key combination [Ctrl] + [E]. If you use iTunes, we will help you with this guide.

In the next practical tip, we will show you how to set an equalizer correctly.