Headphone correction · over-ear
HyperX Cloud Alpha S EQ settings for Mac
HyperX Cloud Alpha S is an over-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -6.2 dB preamp to bring it toward the Harman target. Low end: it leaves it close to neutral; treble: it adds back what the measurement shows is missing. Biggest single move: +12.4 dB at 105 Hz (Low shelf).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 47 Hz | 0.31 | -12.0 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +12.4 dB |
| Peak | 225 Hz | 3.15 | -0.7 dB |
| Peak | 296 Hz | 3.27 | +0.6 dB |
| Peak | 1179 Hz | 0.80 | +3.0 dB |
| Peak | 2866 Hz | 2.43 | -3.9 dB |
| Peak | 4334 Hz | 2.94 | +6.7 dB |
| Peak | 6104 Hz | 5.68 | +2.0 dB |
| Peak | 7612 Hz | 3.50 | -3.1 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -3.8 dB |
Preamp -6.2 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
HyperX Cloud Alpha S FAQ
Does Earwave support the HyperX Cloud Alpha S?
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 HyperX Cloud Alpha S 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 HyperX Cloud Alpha S 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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