Headphone correction · in-ear
Sony IER-Z1R EQ settings for Mac
Sony IER-Z1R is an in-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 reins in what the measurement shows is too much. Biggest single move: +6.1 dB at 2630 Hz (Peak).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +1.1 dB |
| Peak | 141 Hz | 0.53 | -3.0 dB |
| Peak | 584 Hz | 0.71 | +1.2 dB |
| Peak | 1447 Hz | 2.21 | -1.9 dB |
| Peak | 2630 Hz | 3.17 | +6.1 dB |
| Peak | 3704 Hz | 4.99 | -1.8 dB |
| Peak | 5109 Hz | 5.93 | +2.7 dB |
| Peak | 5999 Hz | 6.00 | -2.2 dB |
| Peak | 9775 Hz | 1.16 | +1.7 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -2.5 dB |
Preamp -5.9 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Sony IER-Z1R FAQ
Does Earwave support the Sony IER-Z1R?
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 Sony IER-Z1R 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 Sony IER-Z1R 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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