For WiiM & Eversolo (A6 / A8)
Golden rule: In rock music, EQ is for control, not excitement.
Use small moves. Cut first. Preserve punch.
🎸 PRESET 1 — Classic Rock / Alternative
Clear guitars, forward vocals, tight groove
WiiM / Eversolo (same values)
| Type | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low-shelf | 80 Hz | +1.5 dB | 0.7 |
| Peak | 250 Hz | −2.0 dB | 1.0 |
| Peak | 1.6 kHz | +2.0 dB | 1.1 |
| Peak | 3.5 kHz | +1.0 dB | 1.0 |
| High-shelf | 10 kHz | +1.0 dB | 0.7 |
Result:
Tighter kick drum, guitars and vocals step forward without harshness.
🔥 PRESET 2 — Hard Rock / Modern Rock
More weight, more attack, still controlled
| Type | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low-shelf | 70 Hz | +2.0 dB | 0.8 |
| Peak | 300 Hz | −2.5 dB | 1.1 |
| Peak | 1.4 kHz | +1.5 dB | 1.0 |
| Peak | 4.0 kHz | +2.0 dB | 1.1 |
| High-shelf | 9 kHz | +1.0 dB | 0.8 |
Result:
Punchy riffs, tighter palm-mutes, energetic but not fatiguing.
⚙️ PRESET 3 — Progressive / Art Rock
Separation, layering, and soundstage
| Type | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low-shelf | 75 Hz | +1.0 dB | 0.7 |
| Peak | 220 Hz | −1.5 dB | 1.0 |
| Peak | 2.0 kHz | +1.5 dB | 0.9 |
| Peak | 5.0 kHz | +1.0 dB | 0.9 |
| High-shelf | 12 kHz | +1.5 dB | 0.6 |
Result:
Cleaner layers, wider stage, less congestion during complex passages.
🤘 PRESET 4 — Metal (Thrash / Modern)
Speed, clarity, no mud
| Type | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low-shelf | 65 Hz | +1.0 dB | 0.8 |
| Peak | 300 Hz | −3.0 dB | 1.2 |
| Peak | 1.2 kHz | +1.5 dB | 1.0 |
| Peak | 4.2 kHz | +2.0 dB | 1.1 |
| High-shelf | 9.5 kHz | +1.0 dB | 0.8 |
Result:
Tighter low end, faster attack, aggressive without ear fatigue.
🧱 PRESET 5 — Small Room / Bass-Heavy Room (Rock Safe)
Fix room boom without killing impact
| Type | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low-shelf | 60 Hz | −2.5 dB | 0.8 |
| Peak | 120 Hz | −2.0 dB | 1.1 |
| Peak | 250 Hz | −2.0 dB | 1.0 |
| Peak | 3.0 kHz | +1.0 dB | 1.0 |
| High-shelf | 10 kHz | +1.0 dB | 0.7 |
Result:
Bass tightens up, groove returns, guitars regain clarity.
🎧 Speakers vs Headphones (Quick Adjustment)
- Speakers:
Wider Q (0.7–1.1), smaller gain changes - Headphones:
Slightly narrower Q (1.0–1.3), ±1–2 dB max
WiiM vs Eversolo Notes
- WiiM: These presets translate directly; avoid aggressive boosts.
- Eversolo A6/A8: PEQ is very precise — ±0.5 dB matters.
- Always level-match when comparing EQ on/off.