Headphone correction · over-ear
AudioQuest NightOwl EQ settings for Mac
AudioQuest NightOwl is an over-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -6.4 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: +7.6 dB at 1869 Hz (Peak).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 57 Hz | 3.20 | +1.6 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +0.6 dB |
| Peak | 107 Hz | 2.57 | -0.8 dB |
| Peak | 171 Hz | 0.79 | -6.7 dB |
| Peak | 995 Hz | 0.77 | -6.3 dB |
| Peak | 1869 Hz | 0.82 | +7.6 dB |
| Peak | 4604 Hz | 3.92 | +2.2 dB |
| Peak | 5481 Hz | 5.90 | -2.2 dB |
| Peak | 8205 Hz | 0.28 | +3.5 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -4.5 dB |
Preamp -6.4 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
AudioQuest NightOwl FAQ
Does Earwave support the AudioQuest NightOwl?
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 AudioQuest NightOwl 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 AudioQuest NightOwl 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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