Headphone correction · over-ear
Focal Utopia EQ settings for Mac
Focal Utopia 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 adds back what the measurement shows is missing; treble: it adds back what the measurement shows is missing. Biggest single move: +8.5 dB at 105 Hz (Low shelf).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 68 Hz | 0.37 | -5.0 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +8.5 dB |
| Peak | 1245 Hz | 2.09 | -2.9 dB |
| Peak | 1946 Hz | 3.68 | +3.4 dB |
| Peak | 2714 Hz | 5.90 | -1.7 dB |
| Peak | 3557 Hz | 5.99 | +1.9 dB |
| Peak | 5903 Hz | 6.00 | -3.1 dB |
| Peak | 6765 Hz | 5.89 | +2.6 dB |
| Peak | 8972 Hz | 1.61 | +5.4 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -2.0 dB |
Preamp -6.4 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Focal Utopia FAQ
Does Earwave support the Focal Utopia?
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 Focal Utopia 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 Focal Utopia 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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