Headphone correction · over-ear
Grado SR80 EQ settings for Mac
Grado SR80 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 adds back what the measurement shows is missing; treble: it reins in what the measurement shows is too much. Biggest single move: -8.0 dB at 3876 Hz (Peak).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 85 Hz | 3.23 | +1.2 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +6.4 dB |
| Peak | 537 Hz | 0.51 | +3.4 dB |
| Peak | 1430 Hz | 2.29 | +0.3 dB |
| Peak | 2499 Hz | 2.32 | -1.0 dB |
| Peak | 3407 Hz | 6.00 | +1.1 dB |
| Peak | 3876 Hz | 2.52 | -8.0 dB |
| Peak | 5711 Hz | 6.00 | -4.2 dB |
| Peak | 8646 Hz | 1.28 | -5.7 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -0.7 dB |
Preamp -6.4 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Grado SR80 FAQ
Does Earwave support the Grado SR80?
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 Grado SR80 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 Grado SR80 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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