Headphone correction · over-ear
Shure SRH1540 EQ settings for Mac
Shure SRH1540 is an over-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -3.4 dB preamp to bring it toward the Harman target. Low end: it reins in what the measurement shows is too much; treble: it leaves it close to neutral. Biggest single move: -5.7 dB at 107 Hz (Peak).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 40 Hz | 2.05 | -0.6 dB |
| Peak | 60 Hz | 4.03 | +0.8 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +1.9 dB |
| Peak | 107 Hz | 0.58 | -5.7 dB |
| Peak | 688 Hz | 0.62 | +1.7 dB |
| Peak | 2709 Hz | 1.97 | -2.3 dB |
| Peak | 4812 Hz | 4.68 | +2.0 dB |
| Peak | 5940 Hz | 6.00 | -2.4 dB |
| Peak | 6484 Hz | 0.31 | +2.0 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -0.4 dB |
Preamp -3.4 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Shure SRH1540 FAQ
Does Earwave support the Shure SRH1540?
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 Shure SRH1540 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 Shure SRH1540 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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