Deliver to Argentina

For best experience Get the App

DOWNLOAD THE APP

WE SOURCE ITEMS FROM

UAE
UK
India
USA
Japan
KOREA

Customer Services

About Us

Customer Support

Steve Meade Designs SMD DD-1 Distortion Detector

Steve Meade Designs SMD DD-1 Distortion Detector

Q: With this tool, you absolutely do not use any "bass boost" or gain overlap adjustment, correct?

Set your system eq or tone controls to flat, turn off any loudness setting, bass boost on the amp should not be needed if everything is setup correctly, adjust your gains with the amount of overlap you want, not all music is recorded at 0db, it may be -5 on one song and -10 on another, a good starting point is -5 on your mids and highs and -10 on the sub. You also will need to setup your crossovers correctly, get the cc1 for that, for EQ'ing the system you need a RTA for that, the goal is to get each frequency at the same level or flat

Q: Will this work if your deck doesnt have a cd player to use the disk on?

Download any tone app, i use PA Tone and set the app the 40hz/1kHz and play through stereo normally like you would any other song, and the dd1 will pick up the frequency when the app is set correctly. Its super easy.

Q: If you set your eq to flat and you achieve distortion free music, then how do you readjust the eq to your liking without clipping ?

Set everything flat and find the maximum volume without distortion for each part. Start with your headunit volume and finish with amps gain. Once you find max volume for the headunit use that to set the next part (either line driver, eq, or amp gains). Continue until you are done. Then if you want to use eq you will have to use only negative eq. Or you will have to turn down the gains so that any positive eq doesn't make your headunit / line driver clip. Adding eq can make you clip. For the vast majority of line drivers and headunits any positive eq will make the signal stronger and clip if you didn't have any spare room. This is why if you must have precisely every part of your system on max volume/gains then you should only use negative eq.

4.5/5

Product ID: 725932732

Secure Transaction

Details

Brand
SMD
Power Source
Corded
Item Weight
0.6 Pounds
Item dimensions L x W x H
25.4 x 15.9 x
Measurement Type
Distortion

⚡100% Analog Circuit

📊Detects >1.0% Harmonic Distortion

🔋Wide Input Range 1.2–125 Vrms

Description

🎧 Tune Like a Pro, Detect Like a Boss!

INSTANT VISUAL FEEDBACK - LED trigger indicator lights up at 750mVrms, giving you real-time confirmation of signal presence and distortion.
BROAD INPUT COMPATIBILITY - Seamlessly works with input signals from 1.2 Vrms up to 125 Vrms, supporting up to 15,000 watts per ohm.
HIGH SENSITIVITY THRESHOLD - Catch distortion levels above 1.0% harmonic distortion to maintain pristine sound quality every time.
PRECISION ANALOG DETECTION - Experience crystal-clear audio calibration with a fully analog distortion detector that ensures zero digital lag.
COMPACT LIGHTWEIGHT DESIGN - At just 0.6 pounds and sleek dimensions, it’s the perfect tool for on-the-go audio pros and installers.

The Steve Meade Designs SMD DD-1 Distortion Detector is a precision analog tool designed for audio professionals to accurately calibrate amplifier gain and detect harmonic distortion above 1.0%. With a wide input range up to 125 Vrms and instant LED feedback, it ensures flawless audio performance in a compact, portable form.

Have a Question? See What Others Asked

With this tool, you absolutely do not use any "bass boost" or gain overlap adjustment, correct?

Will this work if your deck doesnt have a cd player to use the disk on?

will this unit come with test tone cd?

If you set your eq to flat and you achieve distortion free music, then how do you readjust the eq to your liking without clipping ?

Trustpilot

TrustScore 4.5 | 7,300+ reviews

Yusuf A.

Fantastic experience overall. Will recommend to friends and family.

1 month ago

Ravi S.

I loved the variety of products available. Will definitely shop again.

2 months ago

View all Trustpilot reviews

Shop Global, Save with Desertcart

Value for Money

Competitive prices on a vast range of products

Shop Globally

Serving millions of shoppers across more than 100 countries

Enhanced Protection

Trusted payment options loved by worldwide shoppers

Customer Assurance

Trusted payment options loved by worldwide shoppers.

Desertcart App

Shop on the go, anytime, anywhere.

Trustpilot

TrustScore 4.5 | 7,300+ reviews

Neha S.

Excellent communication throughout the order process. Product is perfect.

2 weeks ago

Meera L.

Smooth transaction and product arrived in perfect condition.

3 weeks ago

View all Trustpilot reviews

Compatible Devices	Camera
Batteries Included	Yes
Batteries Required	Yes
Brand	SMD
Manufacturer	ZQKJLH
Item Model Number	DD-1
Display Type	LED
Product Dimensions	25.4 x 15.88 x 5.08 cm; 272.16 g
Item Weight	0.6 Pounds

Steve Meade Designs SMD DD-1 Distortion Detector

Details

Description

Specifications

Have a Question? See What Others Asked

Common Questions