Headphone correction · over-ear
AKG K280 Parabolic EQ settings for Mac
AKG K280 Parabolic is an over-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -6.3 dB preamp to bring it toward the Harman target. Low end: it adds back what the measurement shows is missing; treble: it adds back what the measurement shows is missing. Biggest single move: +6.6 dB at 105 Hz (Low shelf).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +6.6 dB |
| Peak | 181 Hz | 0.31 | -2.5 dB |
| Peak | 806 Hz | 1.55 | -2.0 dB |
| Peak | 1322 Hz | 2.81 | +3.2 dB |
| Peak | 2704 Hz | 4.19 | +2.2 dB |
| Peak | 4302 Hz | 4.21 | +2.3 dB |
| Peak | 5392 Hz | 6.00 | -6.2 dB |
| Peak | 6116 Hz | 5.97 | +2.5 dB |
| Peak | 8237 Hz | 1.29 | +4.0 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | +1.1 dB |
Preamp -6.3 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
AKG K280 Parabolic FAQ
Does Earwave support the AKG K280 Parabolic?
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 AKG K280 Parabolic 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 AKG K280 Parabolic 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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