Headphone correction · over-ear
Sony MDR-MA900 EQ settings for Mac
Sony MDR-MA900 is an over-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -6.6 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: +7.1 dB at 105 Hz (Low shelf).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 43 Hz | 3.94 | +1.1 dB |
| Peak | 62 Hz | 2.79 | -0.8 dB |
| Peak | 97 Hz | 0.56 | -3.8 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +7.1 dB |
| Peak | 133 Hz | 2.62 | +0.4 dB |
| Peak | 1120 Hz | 1.92 | -4.1 dB |
| Peak | 1585 Hz | 2.40 | +4.7 dB |
| Peak | 2313 Hz | 1.38 | +1.4 dB |
| Peak | 3986 Hz | 6.00 | -1.3 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | +3.1 dB |
Preamp -6.6 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Sony MDR-MA900 FAQ
Does Earwave support the Sony MDR-MA900?
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 MDR-MA900 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 MDR-MA900 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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