Headphone correction · over-ear
RAAL CA1a EQ settings for Mac
RAAL CA1a is an over-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -6.3 dB preamp to bring it toward the Harman target. Low end: it adds back what the measurement shows is missing; treble: it reins in what the measurement shows is too much. Biggest single move: -19.4 dB at 5373 Hz (Peak).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 52 Hz | 2.15 | -0.3 dB |
| Peak | 81 Hz | 3.45 | +0.9 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +6.9 dB |
| Peak | 115 Hz | 3.65 | -1.1 dB |
| Peak | 185 Hz | 3.09 | +0.5 dB |
| Peak | 235 Hz | 0.20 | -3.7 dB |
| Peak | 1239 Hz | 0.86 | -12.8 dB |
| Peak | 3240 Hz | 0.22 | +17.6 dB |
| Peak | 5373 Hz | 0.91 | -19.4 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -3.4 dB |
Preamp -6.3 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
RAAL CA1a FAQ
Does Earwave support the RAAL CA1a?
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 RAAL CA1a 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 RAAL CA1a 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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