Headphone correction · over-ear
Bose QuietComfort 45 EQ settings for Mac
Bose QuietComfort 45 is an over-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -2.2 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: -7.7 dB at 5490 Hz (Peak).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 70 Hz | 1.97 | -0.1 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | -1.4 dB |
| Peak | 161 Hz | 1.15 | -2.2 dB |
| Peak | 390 Hz | 2.32 | +0.5 dB |
| Peak | 2328 Hz | 2.15 | -5.2 dB |
| Peak | 4242 Hz | 0.24 | +3.5 dB |
| Peak | 5490 Hz | 2.06 | -7.7 dB |
| Peak | 6508 Hz | 5.04 | -1.0 dB |
| Peak | 8352 Hz | 1.93 | +2.9 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -7.0 dB |
Preamp -2.2 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Bose QuietComfort 45 FAQ
Does Earwave support the Bose QuietComfort 45?
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 Bose QuietComfort 45 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 Bose QuietComfort 45 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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