Headphone correction · over-ear
Sennheiser HD 540 reference-II EQ settings for Mac
Sennheiser HD 540 reference-II 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 adds back what the measurement shows is missing; treble: it reins in what the measurement shows is too much. Biggest single move: +6.3 dB at 105 Hz (Low shelf).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 47 Hz | 2.83 | +0.9 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +6.3 dB |
| Peak | 184 Hz | 0.51 | -4.1 dB |
| Peak | 1711 Hz | 1.03 | +4.2 dB |
| Peak | 2894 Hz | 3.89 | -1.1 dB |
| Peak | 3616 Hz | 5.97 | +2.2 dB |
| Peak | 4946 Hz | 6.00 | -1.9 dB |
| Peak | 6160 Hz | 5.20 | -5.1 dB |
| Peak | 9513 Hz | 1.49 | +2.2 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -3.7 dB |
Preamp -6.2 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Sennheiser HD 540 reference-II FAQ
Does Earwave support the Sennheiser HD 540 reference-II?
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 Sennheiser HD 540 reference-II 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 Sennheiser HD 540 reference-II 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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