Headphone correction · in-ear
Sony MDR-XB80BS EQ settings for Mac
Sony MDR-XB80BS is an in-ear headphone. This measured profile applies 10 parametric bands with a -5.8 dB preamp to bring it toward the Harman target. Low end: it reins in what the measurement shows is too much; treble: it adds back what the measurement shows is missing. Biggest single move: -6.7 dB at 5819 Hz (Peak).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | -0.0 dB |
| Peak | 135 Hz | 1.03 | -5.3 dB |
| Peak | 354 Hz | 2.09 | +0.5 dB |
| Peak | 1778 Hz | 4.61 | +1.2 dB |
| Peak | 2062 Hz | 3.90 | +0.6 dB |
| Peak | 2628 Hz | 4.50 | -1.7 dB |
| Peak | 4710 Hz | 1.25 | +6.4 dB |
| Peak | 5819 Hz | 5.89 | -6.7 dB |
| Peak | 7977 Hz | 5.62 | -1.9 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | +5.2 dB |
Preamp -5.8 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Sony MDR-XB80BS FAQ
Does Earwave support the Sony MDR-XB80BS?
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-XB80BS 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-XB80BS 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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