Headphone correction · over-ear
Stax SR-L500 EQ settings for Mac
Stax SR-L500 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: -7.8 dB at 1291 Hz (Peak).
The measured correction
| Filter | Frequency | Q | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak | 48 Hz | 4.28 | +0.8 dB |
| Peak | 65 Hz | 3.15 | -0.6 dB |
| Peak | 95 Hz | 0.80 | -2.2 dB |
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | 0.70 | +6.5 dB |
| Peak | 1291 Hz | 1.29 | -7.8 dB |
| Peak | 2339 Hz | 3.53 | +1.1 dB |
| Peak | 2627 Hz | 0.39 | +4.7 dB |
| Peak | 3029 Hz | 4.93 | -1.5 dB |
| Peak | 5678 Hz | 3.22 | -6.6 dB |
| High shelf | 10000 Hz | 0.70 | -5.3 dB |
Preamp -6.3 dB · 10 bands · target: Harman · Earwave applies this exactly as listed.
Stax SR-L500 FAQ
Does Earwave support the Stax SR-L500?
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 Stax SR-L500 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 Stax SR-L500 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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