Headphone correction · over-ear
AudioQuest NightHawk EQ settings for Mac
AudioQuest NightHawk is an over-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -6.2 dB preamp to bring it toward the Harman target. Low end: it reins in what the measurement shows is too much; treble: it reins in what the measurement shows is too much. Biggest single move: -7.4 dB at 5112 Hz (Peak).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 51 Hz | 1.01 | +3.2 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +0.2 dB |
| Peak | 240 Hz | 0.33 | -7.2 dB |
| Peak | 742 Hz | 1.95 | -0.6 dB |
| Peak | 1280 Hz | 3.12 | +2.8 dB |
| Peak | 1791 Hz | 2.27 | -2.3 dB |
| Peak | 2347 Hz | 0.23 | +5.8 dB |
| Peak | 3172 Hz | 3.95 | +1.6 dB |
| Peak | 5112 Hz | 4.17 | -7.4 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -5.5 dB |
Preamp -6.2 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
AudioQuest NightHawk FAQ
Does Earwave support the AudioQuest NightHawk?
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 AudioQuest NightHawk 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 AudioQuest NightHawk 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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