Headphone correction · over-ear
Sony MDR-Z7 EQ settings for Mac
Sony MDR-Z7 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 reins in what the measurement shows is too much; treble: it adds back what the measurement shows is missing. Biggest single move: +6.7 dB at 1416 Hz (Peak).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 42 Hz | 2.71 | -1.4 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | -0.4 dB |
| Peak | 163 Hz | 1.08 | -4.5 dB |
| Peak | 863 Hz | 4.29 | -2.3 dB |
| Peak | 1416 Hz | 2.89 | +6.7 dB |
| Peak | 2415 Hz | 2.54 | -2.8 dB |
| Peak | 4167 Hz | 2.79 | +6.4 dB |
| Peak | 6621 Hz | 6.00 | -3.3 dB |
| Peak | 8939 Hz | 3.33 | -3.0 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | +1.5 dB |
Preamp -6.4 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Sony MDR-Z7 FAQ
Does Earwave support the Sony MDR-Z7?
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 MDR-Z7 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 MDR-Z7 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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