Connecting active filters in parallel

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I would like to connect a signal coming from a line receiver to several op-amp based filters in parallel. The basic topology (high-shelf) looks like this:

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What I don't understand is the meaning of R1. Why does the positive input have to be shunted to ground? Doesn't it act as a voltage divider since the inputs of the op-amp have their specific input impedance?

My question is, if I want to connect several of those in parallel from one output, do I need both R1 and R4, or is one time enough? Do I need them at all?

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Best Answer

Yes, you can do this with little or no side effects. The resistor is not needed for your application because you are using an opamp buffer to drive the shared line. Just ensure the output of the buffer is nominally centred between the supply voltage rails.