Headphone correction · over-ear
Mark Levinson No 5909 EQ settings for Mac
Mark Levinson No 5909 is an over-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -1.7 dB preamp to bring it toward the Harman target. Low end: it leaves it close to neutral; treble: it reins in what the measurement shows is too much. Biggest single move: +5.9 dB at 55 Hz (Peak).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 55 Hz | 0.77 | +5.9 dB |
| Peak | 70 Hz | 4.42 | +0.6 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | -4.6 dB |
| Peak | 112 Hz | 2.90 | -2.3 dB |
| Peak | 169 Hz | 1.48 | -0.3 dB |
| Peak | 1006 Hz | 3.42 | -1.2 dB |
| Peak | 1606 Hz | 6.00 | +1.3 dB |
| Peak | 2246 Hz | 3.78 | +1.2 dB |
| Peak | 5297 Hz | 5.30 | +1.9 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -5.3 dB |
Preamp -1.7 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Mark Levinson No 5909 FAQ
Does Earwave support the Mark Levinson No 5909?
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 Mark Levinson No 5909 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 Mark Levinson No 5909 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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