Headphone correction · over-ear
Beyerdynamic DT 990 EQ settings for Mac
Beyerdynamic DT 990 is an over-ear 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 reins in what the measurement shows is too much. Biggest single move: +6.6 dB at 105 Hz (Low shelf).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +6.6 dB |
| Peak | 211 Hz | 0.51 | -5.9 dB |
| Peak | 579 Hz | 0.55 | +4.4 dB |
| Peak | 2273 Hz | 1.85 | +5.1 dB |
| Peak | 4771 Hz | 4.75 | +3.2 dB |
| Peak | 6055 Hz | 5.82 | -3.8 dB |
| Peak | 7327 Hz | 5.83 | +3.1 dB |
| Peak | 8846 Hz | 1.03 | -6.0 dB |
| Peak | 9611 Hz | 4.11 | +2.9 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -6.5 dB |
Preamp -6.4 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Beyerdynamic DT 990 FAQ
Does Earwave support the Beyerdynamic DT 990?
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 Beyerdynamic DT 990 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 Beyerdynamic DT 990 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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