Headphone correction · over-ear
Grado SR80e EQ settings for Mac
Grado SR80e is an over-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -5.7 dB preamp to bring it toward the Harman target. Low end: it adds back what the measurement shows is missing; treble: it reins in what the measurement shows is too much. Biggest single move: -12.0 dB at 2105 Hz (Peak).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 87 Hz | 2.02 | -1.1 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +5.7 dB |
| Peak | 343 Hz | 1.59 | +0.6 dB |
| Peak | 725 Hz | 1.54 | -0.5 dB |
| Peak | 1607 Hz | 4.04 | +3.5 dB |
| Peak | 2105 Hz | 1.12 | -12.0 dB |
| Peak | 2642 Hz | 0.21 | +6.7 dB |
| Peak | 4751 Hz | 6.00 | +1.7 dB |
| Peak | 7960 Hz | 1.12 | -10.1 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -1.4 dB |
Preamp -5.7 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Grado SR80e FAQ
Does Earwave support the Grado SR80e?
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 Grado SR80e 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 Grado SR80e 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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