Headphone correction · earbud
Apple EarPods EQ settings for Mac
Apple EarPods is an earbud headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -6.2 dB preamp to bring it toward the Harman target. Low end: it adds back what the measurement shows is missing; treble: it reins in what the measurement shows is too much. Biggest single move: -6.5 dB at 6106 Hz (Peak).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 78 Hz | 2.98 | +1.7 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +6.2 dB |
| Peak | 108 Hz | 2.22 | -0.4 dB |
| Peak | 147 Hz | 1.20 | -1.1 dB |
| Peak | 912 Hz | 1.87 | +2.5 dB |
| Peak | 1739 Hz | 1.73 | -2.1 dB |
| Peak | 2657 Hz | 5.13 | -0.4 dB |
| Peak | 4238 Hz | 1.80 | +5.1 dB |
| Peak | 6106 Hz | 1.79 | -6.5 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -0.8 dB |
Preamp -6.2 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Apple EarPods FAQ
Does Earwave support the Apple EarPods?
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 EarPods 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 EarPods 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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