Headphone correction · over-ear

Philips Fidelio NC1 EQ settings for Mac

Philips Fidelio NC1 is an over-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -5.4 dB preamp to bring it toward the Harman target. Low end: it leaves it close to neutral; treble: it leaves it close to neutral. Biggest single move: +8.6 dB at 9360 Hz (Peak).

The measured correction

FilterFrequencyQGain
Peak53 Hz3.69+1.3 dB
Peak86 Hz1.28-0.7 dB
Low shelf105 Hz0.70+0.7 dB
Peak193 Hz0.43-2.7 dB
Peak195 Hz3.24+1.6 dB
Peak276 Hz2.57-1.1 dB
Peak1949 Hz0.70+8.0 dB
Peak3853 Hz0.52-7.5 dB
Peak9360 Hz2.13+8.6 dB
High shelf10000 Hz0.70-2.2 dB

Preamp -5.4 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.

Philips Fidelio NC1 FAQ

Does Earwave support the Philips Fidelio NC1?

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 Philips Fidelio NC1 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 Philips Fidelio NC1 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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