Headphone correction · in-ear
Sony MDR-XB50 EQ settings for Mac
Sony MDR-XB50 is an in-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -5.8 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: +8.8 dB at 557 Hz (Peak).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 38 Hz | 2.04 | -0.3 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +0.4 dB |
| Peak | 192 Hz | 0.41 | -7.8 dB |
| Peak | 557 Hz | 0.95 | +8.8 dB |
| Peak | 1231 Hz | 1.28 | -5.7 dB |
| Peak | 3065 Hz | 0.82 | +6.2 dB |
| Peak | 4190 Hz | 4.99 | +0.8 dB |
| Peak | 5234 Hz | 5.88 | -3.6 dB |
| Peak | 6245 Hz | 5.52 | +1.2 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | +5.1 dB |
Preamp -5.8 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Sony MDR-XB50 FAQ
Does Earwave support the Sony MDR-XB50?
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 Sony MDR-XB50 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 Sony MDR-XB50 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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