Headphone correction · over-ear
Audio-Technica ATH-M40x EQ settings for Mac
Audio-Technica ATH-M40x is an over-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -5.6 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: +17.6 dB at 105 Hz (Low shelf).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 48 Hz | 0.29 | -16.9 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +17.6 dB |
| Peak | 348 Hz | 0.87 | +6.0 dB |
| Peak | 796 Hz | 1.67 | +0.6 dB |
| Peak | 1378 Hz | 2.13 | -1.4 dB |
| Peak | 2225 Hz | 3.70 | +0.8 dB |
| Peak | 2979 Hz | 1.99 | +1.8 dB |
| Peak | 5150 Hz | 4.10 | +3.3 dB |
| Peak | 6306 Hz | 5.10 | +1.6 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -6.9 dB |
Preamp -5.6 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Audio-Technica ATH-M40x FAQ
Does Earwave support the Audio-Technica ATH-M40x?
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 Audio-Technica ATH-M40x 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 Audio-Technica ATH-M40x 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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