Headphone correction · earbud
Apple AirPods 4 EQ settings for Mac
Apple AirPods 4 is an earbud headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -6.4 dB preamp to bring it toward the Harman target. Low end: it leaves it close to neutral; treble: it adds back what the measurement shows is missing. Biggest single move: -11.7 dB at 49 Hz (Peak).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 49 Hz | 0.39 | -11.7 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +11.4 dB |
| Peak | 106 Hz | 2.47 | -0.9 dB |
| Peak | 176 Hz | 2.04 | +1.5 dB |
| Peak | 354 Hz | 1.50 | -1.4 dB |
| Peak | 618 Hz | 2.35 | +1.0 dB |
| Peak | 1277 Hz | 0.86 | -2.6 dB |
| Peak | 3036 Hz | 2.43 | +4.1 dB |
| Peak | 4622 Hz | 1.39 | +6.0 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -1.9 dB |
Preamp -6.4 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Apple AirPods 4 FAQ
Does Earwave support the Apple AirPods 4?
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 Apple AirPods 4 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 Apple AirPods 4 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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