How to Turn Off EQ Names: A Comprehensive Guide

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Introduction

Greetings, readers! Are you tired of the default EQ names like "Bass Boost" and "Treble Boost" appearing in your equalizer settings? If so, you’ve come to the right place. This guide will provide you with a step-by-step walkthrough on how to turn off EQ names in various music players and audio editing software.

Turning Off EQ Names in Common Music Players

Spotify

  • Desktop: Navigate to "Settings" > "Audio Quality" > "Equalizer." Toggle off the "Show EQ Names" option.
  • Mobile: Tap the "Settings" gear icon > "Playback" > "Equalizer." Disable the "Show EQ Names" toggle.

Apple Music

  • Mac: Launch the Music app > "Preferences" > "Playback." Uncheck the "Show EQ Names" box.
  • iOS: Open the Settings app > "Music" > "EQ." Turn off the "Show EQ Names" switch.

Other Music Players

  • Foobar2000: Right-click the EQ panel > "Options" > "Display" > uncheck "Show Preset Names."
  • VLC Media Player: Select "Tools" > "Audio Effects" > "Equalizer." Click the "Preset" tab and untick "Show Names."

Customizing EQ Names

Audacity

  • Open Audacity and navigate to "Effects" > "Equalization."
  • In the "Preset Manager" window, double-click on the desired preset.
  • Click on the "Curve" tab and edit the name in the "Preset Name" field.

Equalizer APO

  • Install Equalizer APO and open the configuration editor (equalizerAPO-config.exe).
  • Select the desired preset from the "Presets" list.
  • Click on the "Edit" button and enter the new name in the "Preset Name" field.

Troubleshooting

Missing EQ Names Option

If you don’t see the "Show EQ Names" option in your music player settings, it may indicate that the feature is not supported.

EQ Names Not Turning Off

If EQ names continue to appear after you’ve disabled the option, restart your music player or audio editing software.

Table: EQ Name Removal Tools

Software Platform Removal Option
Spotify Desktop, Mobile Settings > Audio Quality > Equalizer > Show EQ Names
Apple Music Mac, iOS Preferences > Playback > Show EQ Names
Foobar2000 Windows Right-click EQ panel > Options > Display > Show Preset Names
VLC Media Player Windows, macOS, Linux Tools > Audio Effects > Equalizer > Preset > Show Names
Audacity Windows, macOS, Linux Effects > Equalization > Preset Manager > Curve > Preset Name
Equalizer APO Windows EqualizerAPO-config.exe > Presets > Edit > Preset Name

Conclusion

Congratulations, readers! You now know how to turn off EQ names in your favorite music players and audio editing software. If you’re interested in learning more about audio equalization, be sure to check out our other articles on topics like how to adjust EQ settings for different genres and how to use parametric EQ for precise sound control.

FAQ about EQ Turn Off Names

How do I turn off names in EQ?

Navigate to Options -> Display -> Names and uncheck the "Display Names" box.

How do I turn off player names in EQ?

Follow the same steps as above, but only uncheck the "Display Player Names" box.

How do I turn off NPC names in EQ?

Follow the same steps as above, but only uncheck the "Display NPC Names" box.

How do I turn off group member names in EQ?

Follow the same steps as above, but only uncheck the "Display Group Member Names" box.

How do I turn off raid member names in EQ?

Follow the same steps as above, but only uncheck the "Display Raid Member Names" box.

How do I turn off guild member names in EQ?

Follow the same steps as above, but only uncheck the "Display Guild Member Names" box.

How do I turn off alliance member names in EQ?

Follow the same steps as above, but only uncheck the "Display Alliance Member Names" box.

How do I turn off pet names in EQ?

Follow the same steps as above, but only uncheck the "Display Pet Names" box.

How do I turn off mount names in EQ?

Follow the same steps as above, but only uncheck the "Display Mount Names" box.

How do I turn off corpse names in EQ?

Follow the same steps as above, but only uncheck the "Display Corpse Names" box.