How to adjust the custom EQ settings for your AirPods in iOS 27
Apple’s iOS 27 beta introduces a custom equaliser for compatible AirPods, giving users direct control over bass, mid-range and treble for the first time. The feature matters because it offers a simple way to personalise sound without relying on music-app settings or more technical multi-band equalisers.
Users need an iPhone, iPad or Mac running the latest beta software, plus compatible AirPods with beta firmware; reports indicate H2-equipped models including AirPods Pro 2, Pro 3, AirPods 4 and AirPods Max 2 may support it. The setting is found under AirPods settings in Audio & Routing > Equalizer, where the “Custom” profile provides three sliders; a reset button restores a flat sound profile, and the adjustments are separate from Apple Music’s own EQ settings.
- iOS 27 beta adds a three-band AirPods equaliser.
- Compatible H2 AirPods may receive the feature.
- Settings affect AirPods separately from Apple Music EQ.
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An equaliser changes the balance of low, middle and high sounds in music. Raising the bass can make low notes more prominent, while adjusting the mid-range or treble changes the emphasis on voices, instruments and higher notes.
AirPods are Apple’s wireless headphones, and their settings can be changed from a paired iPhone, iPad or Mac. Some newer models use Apple’s H2 chip, which handles audio features; compatibility can also depend on the device’s software and the AirPods’ firmware.
Apple Music has its own sound settings, but those apply within that app. A separate AirPods equaliser can affect audio from other apps too, giving listeners another way to tailor sound to their preference.