Headphone correction · in-ear
Sony XBA-N3AP EQ settings for Mac
Sony XBA-N3AP is an in-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -4.3 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: -7.1 dB at 10000 Hz (High shelf).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 66 Hz | 2.47 | +0.4 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | -5.3 dB |
| Peak | 179 Hz | 0.97 | -4.5 dB |
| Peak | 699 Hz | 0.97 | +2.8 dB |
| Peak | 1357 Hz | 3.94 | -0.9 dB |
| Peak | 1613 Hz | 6.00 | +1.5 dB |
| Peak | 3177 Hz | 3.41 | +2.6 dB |
| Peak | 5777 Hz | 2.58 | +4.2 dB |
| Peak | 9473 Hz | 1.44 | +2.3 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -7.1 dB |
Preamp -4.3 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Sony XBA-N3AP FAQ
Does Earwave support the Sony XBA-N3AP?
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-N3AP 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-N3AP 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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