Introduction

In this guide, you will learn how to improve the sound of your headphones for free by tuning them to the Harman target curve. Along the way, you will also learn about equalization in general, and – hopefully – enrich your hobby by developing better understanding of audio gear and sound-related software. If you want to skip the theory and jump right into the guide, click here.

Table of contents

• Introduction (You are here)

• Equalization

  • What is equalization?

  • Why should you equalize headphones?

  • Why aren't headphones already equalized?

  • Does equalization distort the sound?

  • How to equalize headphones properly?

• Harman target

• Step-by-step guide

• Troubleshooting

• Glossary

• Links