Headphone correction · in-ear
Sony IER-M9 EQ settings for Mac
Sony IER-M9 is an in-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -5.9 dB preamp to bring it toward the Harman target. Low end: it reins in what the measurement shows is too much; treble: it leaves it close to neutral. Biggest single move: -6.3 dB at 10000 Hz (High shelf).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +0.6 dB |
| Peak | 178 Hz | 0.60 | -3.6 dB |
| Peak | 791 Hz | 1.57 | +1.2 dB |
| Peak | 1862 Hz | 3.22 | +0.3 dB |
| Peak | 2555 Hz | 3.01 | +4.0 dB |
| Peak | 3487 Hz | 6.00 | -1.9 dB |
| Peak | 3917 Hz | 5.98 | +1.3 dB |
| Peak | 5993 Hz | 3.10 | +5.7 dB |
| Peak | 7703 Hz | 1.76 | +1.4 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -6.3 dB |
Preamp -5.9 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Sony IER-M9 FAQ
Does Earwave support the Sony IER-M9?
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 Sony IER-M9 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 Sony IER-M9 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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