Headphone correction · over-ear
Sennheiser PC38X EQ settings for Mac
Sennheiser PC38X is an over-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -6.8 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: +8.8 dB at 105 Hz (Low shelf).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 62 Hz | 0.50 | -5.8 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +8.8 dB |
| Peak | 540 Hz | 1.45 | +0.7 dB |
| Peak | 1333 Hz | 1.56 | -2.2 dB |
| Peak | 4300 Hz | 6.00 | +1.2 dB |
| Peak | 5134 Hz | 6.00 | -1.8 dB |
| Peak | 5431 Hz | 4.56 | -0.9 dB |
| Peak | 6282 Hz | 3.74 | +1.1 dB |
| Peak | 8945 Hz | 1.79 | +6.5 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -0.2 dB |
Preamp -6.8 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Sennheiser PC38X FAQ
Does Earwave support the Sennheiser PC38X?
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 PC38X 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 PC38X 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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