Headphone correction · over-ear
Sennheiser HD 555 EQ settings for Mac
Sennheiser HD 555 is an over-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -6.3 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: -8.7 dB at 3192 Hz (Peak).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 65 Hz | 4.09 | +0.8 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +6.4 dB |
| Peak | 235 Hz | 0.68 | -2.1 dB |
| Peak | 1085 Hz | 1.57 | -2.8 dB |
| Peak | 3192 Hz | 1.46 | -8.7 dB |
| Peak | 4426 Hz | 5.91 | +1.9 dB |
| Peak | 5370 Hz | 6.00 | -2.7 dB |
| Peak | 6356 Hz | 5.93 | +2.3 dB |
| Peak | 8770 Hz | 0.18 | +6.5 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -6.0 dB |
Preamp -6.3 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Sennheiser HD 555 FAQ
Does Earwave support the Sennheiser HD 555?
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 Sennheiser HD 555 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 Sennheiser HD 555 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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