Headphone correction · in-ear
FiiO FA9 EQ settings for Mac
FiiO FA9 is an in-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -5.6 dB preamp to bring it toward the Harman target. Low end: it reins in what the measurement shows is too much; treble: it leaves it close to neutral. Biggest single move: +5.3 dB at 2946 Hz (Peak).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +2.1 dB |
| Peak | 182 Hz | 0.55 | -3.9 dB |
| Peak | 1302 Hz | 1.48 | -2.0 dB |
| Peak | 2946 Hz | 1.88 | +5.3 dB |
| Peak | 4276 Hz | 6.00 | -2.3 dB |
| Peak | 5231 Hz | 5.93 | +3.0 dB |
| Peak | 6241 Hz | 6.00 | -1.8 dB |
| Peak | 7001 Hz | 0.83 | +2.9 dB |
| Peak | 8655 Hz | 2.14 | +1.3 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -2.7 dB |
Preamp -5.6 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
FiiO FA9 FAQ
Does Earwave support the FiiO FA9?
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 FiiO FA9 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 FiiO FA9 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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