Headphone correction · over-ear
Sennheiser HD 518 EQ settings for Mac
Sennheiser HD 518 is an over-ear 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 leaves it close to neutral. Biggest single move: +8.1 dB at 105 Hz (Low shelf).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 36 Hz | 2.67 | +1.8 dB |
| Peak | 77 Hz | 2.37 | -0.8 dB |
| Peak | 101 Hz | 0.25 | -4.9 dB |
| Peak | 104 Hz | 4.84 | +1.8 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +8.1 dB |
| Peak | 1521 Hz | 1.58 | +4.9 dB |
| Peak | 2016 Hz | 3.37 | +0.6 dB |
| Peak | 2520 Hz | 3.39 | -0.9 dB |
| Peak | 8744 Hz | 0.39 | +1.5 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -0.3 dB |
Preamp -6.2 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Sennheiser HD 518 FAQ
Does Earwave support the Sennheiser HD 518?
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 Sennheiser HD 518 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 Sennheiser HD 518 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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