Headphone correction · in-ear
Sony XBA-N3 EQ settings for Mac
Sony XBA-N3 is an in-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -3.8 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: -3.5 dB at 172 Hz (Peak).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | -1.8 dB |
| Peak | 172 Hz | 1.04 | -3.5 dB |
| Peak | 663 Hz | 1.84 | +1.4 dB |
| Peak | 1334 Hz | 3.72 | -0.9 dB |
| Peak | 1624 Hz | 6.00 | +0.9 dB |
| Peak | 3053 Hz | 2.16 | +3.4 dB |
| Peak | 3882 Hz | 6.00 | -1.0 dB |
| Peak | 4365 Hz | 5.99 | +1.5 dB |
| Peak | 5777 Hz | 3.54 | +3.5 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -1.9 dB |
Preamp -3.8 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Sony XBA-N3 FAQ
Does Earwave support the Sony XBA-N3?
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 XBA-N3 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 XBA-N3 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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