Headphone correction · over-ear
Adam SP-5 EQ settings for Mac
Adam SP-5 is an over-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -6.4 dB preamp to bring it toward the Harman target. Low end: it leaves it close to neutral; treble: it reins in what the measurement shows is too much. Biggest single move: -14.1 dB at 5881 Hz (Peak).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 66 Hz | 1.04 | -7.6 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +7.2 dB |
| Peak | 153 Hz | 2.84 | -1.4 dB |
| Peak | 295 Hz | 3.50 | +1.8 dB |
| Peak | 558 Hz | 1.63 | +2.2 dB |
| Peak | 1923 Hz | 2.30 | -3.3 dB |
| Peak | 4694 Hz | 2.11 | +9.2 dB |
| Peak | 5881 Hz | 2.41 | -14.1 dB |
| Peak | 7301 Hz | 4.14 | +1.6 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -5.2 dB |
Preamp -6.4 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Adam SP-5 FAQ
Does Earwave support the Adam SP-5?
Yes. It is one of 812 measured models in Earwave's catalog. Pick it once and everything you play inherits the correction until you switch output.
Do I need the Adam SP-5 correction to use Earwave?
No. The 31-band EQ, presets, stereo width and room ambience work on any headphones or speakers. Calibration is a bonus for models someone has measured.
Does the Adam SP-5 profile cost extra?
No. Headphone correction is part of Earwave rather than an add-on: no account, no extra purchase, no subscription.
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