Ears Eq

Your ears probably have a favorite EQ—and it’s got a name.

In loudspeaker listening, a flat frequency response at the listening position is generally considered ideal. However, when a headphone driver is coupled to the ear, the acoustic environment changes drastically.

In the audiophile community, "EARS" often refers to the by MiniDSP. This is a tool used by enthusiasts to measure the actual output of their headphones.

Developed by Dr. Sean Olive and Todd Welti at Harman International, this curve represents the preferred frequency response for headphones derived from blind listening tests. It simulates a high-quality loudspeaker system in a reference room. It is characterized by: