Headphone correction · over-ear
QUAD Era-1 EQ settings for Mac
QUAD Era-1 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 adds back what the measurement shows is missing; treble: it leaves it close to neutral. Biggest single move: +7.1 dB at 2067 Hz (Peak).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 94 Hz | 0.26 | -3.9 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +5.7 dB |
| Peak | 1060 Hz | 1.86 | -6.4 dB |
| Peak | 2067 Hz | 1.28 | +7.1 dB |
| Peak | 3793 Hz | 6.00 | +1.4 dB |
| Peak | 4211 Hz | 6.00 | -1.3 dB |
| Peak | 4297 Hz | 3.17 | +5.6 dB |
| Peak | 5011 Hz | 5.98 | +2.4 dB |
| Peak | 6205 Hz | 6.00 | -3.6 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -4.3 dB |
Preamp -6.4 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
QUAD Era-1 FAQ
Does Earwave support the QUAD Era-1?
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 QUAD Era-1 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 QUAD Era-1 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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