Headphone correction · over-ear

AKG K601 EQ settings for Mac

AKG K601 is an over-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -6.0 dB preamp to bring it toward the Harman target. Low end: it adds back what the measurement shows is missing; treble: it leaves it close to neutral. Biggest single move: +6.0 dB at 105 Hz (Low shelf).

The measured correction

FilterFrequencyQGain
Peak80 Hz2.27+1.4 dB
Low shelf105 Hz0.70+6.0 dB
Peak226 Hz2.09-0.8 dB
Peak389 Hz1.70+0.4 dB
Peak708 Hz1.60+2.1 dB
Peak2320 Hz1.99-5.5 dB
Peak4652 Hz3.07+1.8 dB
Peak6094 Hz6.00-1.7 dB
Peak9725 Hz2.53+2.5 dB
High shelf10000 Hz0.70-1.7 dB

Preamp -6.0 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.

AKG K601 FAQ

Does Earwave support the AKG K601?

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 AKG K601 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 AKG K601 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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