Squeeze the Best Out of Your Sound

Getting the most out of your PC’s audio can be a challenge without the right tools. Equalizer APO, paired with Peace Equalizer, offers an effective way to customize and adjust your sound to fit your preferences.

Equalizer APO works as a system-wide parametric equalizer, while Peace Equalizer adds a user-friendly interface to make the process straightforward.

This guide walks you through installing both tools and setting them up so you can fine-tune your audio with precision.

For more context on how to choose the best sound setup for your system, consider reading the guide "Choosing Your Sound" which explains the differences between Windows Sonic, Dolby Atmos, and DTS.

Installing Equalizer APO

Download Equalizer APO and Run the Installer

Open the downloaded file and follow the instructions.

During installation, you'll be prompted to select the audio device(s) you want to modify. Ensure you pick the correct one(s), such as headphones or speakers.

Installing Peace Equalizer

Download Peace Equalizer and Move Peace64.exe to the Config Folder

After downloading, locate Peace64.exe and move it to the config folder within the Equalizer APO installation directory. Typically, this is found at:

C:\Program Files\EqualizerAPO\config

The 32-bit version (Peace.exe) will already be in this folder, but using the 64-bit version provides some additional convenience (covered later).

Run Peace Equalizer

Double-click Peace64.exe in the Equalizer APO config folder to start the program. If everything was installed correctly, Peace will open without errors.

Using Equalizer APO and Peace Equalizer

Now that both tools are installed, you can use Peace Equalizer’s graphical interface to manage Equalizer APO and adjust your audio settings.

Here’s how to get started:

Launch Peace Equalizer and Choose a Configuration

Open Peace64.exe to start Peace Equalizer.
Upon launch, Peace will prompt you to choose a configuration. You can select from a variety of presets or create your own custom setup.

Adjust Audio Settings

Peace Equalizer gives you control over multiple aspects of your sound. Use the sliders to adjust frequency bands, or apply pre-set configurations based on your preferences, such as for music, movies, or gaming.

Save and Apply Changes

Once you're satisfied with your adjustments, click "Save and Close" to apply your new settings. They’ll take effect immediately.

Key Features and Notes

64-Bit Peace Equalizer: Benefits and Known Issues

Taskbar Icon: One key benefit of using the 64-bit version of Peace is that it displays the configuration icon on the taskbar for quick access. The 32-bit version, by contrast, only shows this icon in the system tray (notification area) and in the top-left corner of the Peace window.

Startup Shortcut Issue: There’s a known quirk with the 64-bit version when creating a shortcut in the Windows startup folder.

The shortcut may incorrectly appear in:

C:\Program Files (x86)

instead of the expected 64-bit directory:

C:\Program Files

This does not affect functionality but may cause confusion.

Why Use Equalizer APO and Peace?

Equalizer APO and Peace Equalizer give you complete control over your audio settings on Windows.

This combination provides the tools you need to adjust for better clarity in speech, create a richer music experience, or fine-tune your sound for gaming.