Headphone correction · over-ear
FiiO FT5 EQ settings for Mac
FiiO FT5 is an over-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -5.9 dB preamp to bring it toward the Harman target. Low end: it reins in what the measurement shows is too much; treble: it adds back what the measurement shows is missing. Biggest single move: +5.4 dB at 4369 Hz (Peak).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 73 Hz | 1.14 | -2.0 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +4.8 dB |
| Peak | 270 Hz | 0.65 | -4.3 dB |
| Peak | 1467 Hz | 1.28 | +4.7 dB |
| Peak | 2777 Hz | 4.13 | -0.6 dB |
| Peak | 4369 Hz | 3.23 | +5.4 dB |
| Peak | 5303 Hz | 6.00 | +2.9 dB |
| Peak | 6004 Hz | 6.00 | -3.1 dB |
| Peak | 8187 Hz | 3.86 | -0.8 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -2.7 dB |
Preamp -5.9 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
FiiO FT5 FAQ
Does Earwave support the FiiO FT5?
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 FT5 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 FT5 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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