What's a good app for the iphone to measure frequency response?

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Anyone got any first hand experience of using an iphone app to measure their room response? I've used a XTZ analyser but was wondering if there is something just as good (or better) for the iphone?

 

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There are a few apps including AudioTools by Studio Six digital which a whole range of in app purchase modules. I have used just the very basic SPL meter using the inbuilt iPhone mic, to get a decent set of readings you will need a decent mike and some way of connecting to the iPhone. Suspect someone who has taken this to this level will be along soon.

 

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The main issue with any such ap is the internal microphone. To do any sort of measurement, one needs a calibrated omni-directional microphone and preferably separate from the measuring unit as the microphone has to present a small area if reflections are to be avoided. This is why measuring microphones are long and thin. I really wouldn't bother to use a 'phone for such things, either get the Radio Shack SPL meter, which is god enough for setting up loudspeakers or a proper measuring mic and software, of which there's a fair amount of choice, even Freeware like ARTA or REW.

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Yes, a hard cock is much better as a measuring device. I wouldn't be without my pink ruler.

 

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