Headphone correction · over-ear
AKG K812 EQ settings for Mac
AKG K812 is an over-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -4.9 dB preamp to bring it toward the Harman target. Low end: it adds back what the measurement shows is missing; treble: it reins in what the measurement shows is too much. Biggest single move: -6.7 dB at 5780 Hz (Peak).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 55 Hz | 1.40 | -0.2 dB |
| Peak | 89 Hz | 0.25 | -3.3 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +6.5 dB |
| Peak | 118 Hz | 1.60 | +0.3 dB |
| Peak | 217 Hz | 2.69 | -0.4 dB |
| Peak | 2233 Hz | 0.94 | +4.4 dB |
| Peak | 3821 Hz | 5.90 | -4.5 dB |
| Peak | 5780 Hz | 5.69 | -6.7 dB |
| Peak | 6875 Hz | 6.00 | +1.4 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -2.5 dB |
Preamp -4.9 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
AKG K812 FAQ
Does Earwave support the AKG K812?
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 K812 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 K812 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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