Installation Guide

Install Equalizer APO

A step-by-step guide for Windows.

What It Is

What is Equalizer APO?

Equalizer APO is a free, open-source system-wide parametric equalizer for Windows.

  • Works with any audio device
  • Very low latency
  • Highly configurable
  • Completely free

Requirements

  • Windows Vista, 7, 8, 10, or 11
  • Administrator access
Step by Step

Installation Steps

1

Download Equalizer APO

Choose your download option:

2

Run the Installer

Follow the installation wizard with default settings.

3

Select Your Devices

Select your microphone (capture device) during installation.

4

Restart

Restart your computer for changes to take effect.

After Installation
1
Run as Administrator

Right-click the Configuration Editor and select Run as administrator. This ensures changes are applied properly.

2
Open Configuration Editor

Search for "Configuration Editor" in the Start menu. This is where you'll edit your Equalizer APO settings.

3
Verify Your Devices

Check that your audio devices are listed. If you see your microphone, the installation was successful.

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Device not showing?

Run the Configurator app and ensure your device is selected.

No audio changes?

Make sure you've restarted after installation.