Headphone correction · over-ear
Bose QuietComfort SE EQ settings for Mac
Bose QuietComfort SE is an over-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -3.0 dB preamp to bring it toward the Harman target. Low end: it reins in what the measurement shows is too much; treble: it reins in what the measurement shows is too much. Biggest single move: -5.8 dB at 10000 Hz (High shelf).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | -1.5 dB |
| Peak | 166 Hz | 1.29 | -2.4 dB |
| Peak | 463 Hz | 1.79 | +0.9 dB |
| Peak | 884 Hz | 2.57 | -0.6 dB |
| Peak | 1262 Hz | 1.68 | +2.2 dB |
| Peak | 2739 Hz | 3.15 | -3.3 dB |
| Peak | 5845 Hz | 3.64 | -4.4 dB |
| Peak | 6531 Hz | 4.22 | -1.5 dB |
| Peak | 8915 Hz | 2.35 | +5.5 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -5.8 dB |
Preamp -3.0 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Bose QuietComfort SE FAQ
Does Earwave support the Bose QuietComfort SE?
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 Bose QuietComfort SE 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 Bose QuietComfort SE 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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