Headphone correction · over-ear
Microsoft Surface Headphones EQ settings for Mac
Microsoft Surface Headphones is an over-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -6.3 dB preamp to bring it toward the Harman target. Low end: it reins in what the measurement shows is too much; treble: it adds back what the measurement shows is missing. Biggest single move: +6.3 dB at 5064 Hz (Peak).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | -0.1 dB |
| Peak | 115 Hz | 0.48 | -6.0 dB |
| Peak | 377 Hz | 1.82 | -3.3 dB |
| Peak | 654 Hz | 1.25 | +4.6 dB |
| Peak | 1376 Hz | 4.84 | +1.1 dB |
| Peak | 2842 Hz | 3.73 | -2.2 dB |
| Peak | 3401 Hz | 5.98 | +1.4 dB |
| Peak | 5064 Hz | 1.44 | +6.3 dB |
| Peak | 7847 Hz | 6.00 | +1.3 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -0.5 dB |
Preamp -6.3 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Microsoft Surface Headphones FAQ
Does Earwave support the Microsoft Surface Headphones?
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 Microsoft Surface Headphones 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 Microsoft Surface Headphones 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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