Headphone correction · in-ear
Bowers & Wilkins C5 Series 2 EQ settings for Mac
Bowers & Wilkins C5 Series 2 is an in-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -5.0 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: +10.0 dB at 5430 Hz (Peak).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 67 Hz | 1.75 | +1.0 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | -7.5 dB |
| Peak | 119 Hz | 2.28 | -0.8 dB |
| Peak | 195 Hz | 0.78 | -5.9 dB |
| Peak | 713 Hz | 1.69 | +1.0 dB |
| Peak | 2293 Hz | 2.89 | +1.2 dB |
| Peak | 3239 Hz | 3.78 | -1.2 dB |
| Peak | 4865 Hz | 0.67 | -9.8 dB |
| Peak | 5430 Hz | 0.21 | +10.0 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -2.6 dB |
Preamp -5.0 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Bowers & Wilkins C5 Series 2 FAQ
Does Earwave support the Bowers & Wilkins C5 Series 2?
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 Bowers & Wilkins C5 Series 2 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 Bowers & Wilkins C5 Series 2 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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