Headphone correction · over-ear
Yamaha YH-5000SE EQ settings for Mac
Yamaha YH-5000SE is an over-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -6.6 dB preamp to bring it toward the Harman target. Low end: it adds back what the measurement shows is missing; treble: it reins in what the measurement shows is too much. Biggest single move: +9.4 dB at 105 Hz (Low shelf).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 57 Hz | 0.46 | -8.0 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +9.4 dB |
| Peak | 230 Hz | 2.83 | +0.8 dB |
| Peak | 326 Hz | 2.14 | -0.9 dB |
| Peak | 1242 Hz | 2.00 | -7.9 dB |
| Peak | 2812 Hz | 1.88 | +6.8 dB |
| Peak | 3792 Hz | 5.86 | +2.7 dB |
| Peak | 4523 Hz | 6.00 | -2.0 dB |
| Peak | 9174 Hz | 0.67 | +2.0 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -5.1 dB |
Preamp -6.6 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Yamaha YH-5000SE FAQ
Does Earwave support the Yamaha YH-5000SE?
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 Yamaha YH-5000SE 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 Yamaha YH-5000SE 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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