Headphone correction · earbud
Apple AirPods (1st generation) EQ settings for Mac
Apple AirPods (1st generation) is an earbud headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -3.9 dB preamp to bring it toward the Harman target. Low end: it adds back what the measurement shows is missing; treble: it adds back what the measurement shows is missing. Biggest single move: +4.7 dB at 9383 Hz (Peak).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 47 Hz | 1.53 | -0.8 dB |
| Peak | 102 Hz | 2.03 | +0.3 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +3.2 dB |
| Peak | 154 Hz | 1.15 | +0.9 dB |
| Peak | 308 Hz | 1.95 | -0.6 dB |
| Peak | 526 Hz | 1.28 | -3.3 dB |
| Peak | 1979 Hz | 0.92 | -2.0 dB |
| Peak | 4485 Hz | 2.30 | +2.9 dB |
| Peak | 9383 Hz | 0.74 | +4.7 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -3.0 dB |
Preamp -3.9 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Apple AirPods (1st generation) FAQ
Does Earwave support the Apple AirPods (1st generation)?
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 Apple AirPods (1st generation) 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 Apple AirPods (1st generation) 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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