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IK Multimedia ARC On-Ear Standalone Hardware Headphone Correction/Virtual Monitoring System
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The store is open 10am - 6pm Monday to Saturday and 11am - 5pm Sunday and bank holidays.
The stock information shows the quantity of units that are available to purchase at the Guildford store and the quantity of units that are available at our off-site Guildford warehouse. These stock levels are updated in real time.
Our Click and Collect service is available at our Guildford store from 10am - 6pm Monday to Saturday, and 11am - 5pm on Sunday. You can either choose click and collect as your delivery option online or, during store opening hours, call our sales team at 01483 456777 to place a 10% deposit.
If you have placed your order online, you will receive a confirmation email of your order and a separate follow-up text or email to confirm when your item is ready for collection.
Please do not come to the store before you have received the follow-up message, as your order may not yet be ready at the store.
If the only available stock is in our off-site warehouse it can be brought to the store location for you to try - you just need to contact the store within opening hours. Please note any requests received after 3.30pm will not arrive at the store until the following morning.
Please be aware that, unless you have paid a deposit to reserve the item, it will continue to be free, both online and in-store, for another customer to buy. Therefore we would advise you to place a 10% deposit by either using the on-line click and collect service or calling us 01483 456777.
SKU: IP-ARC-ONEAR-IN
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Product Description
The IK Multimedia ARC ON·EAR is a groundbreaking portable device designed to transform your headphone listening experience by delivering professional studio monitor sound wherever you go. This standalone room correction system instantly adjusts your headphones’ frequency response and recreates the natural soundstage of high-end studio monitors in an ideal acoustic environment. Whether mixing, mastering, or simply enjoying music, ARC ON·EAR offers unparalleled accuracy and confidence, removing the guesswork traditionally associated with headphone monitoring.
Mixing on headphones can be a challenge due to their inherent colouration and exaggerated stereo imaging, which often leads to unreliable spatial perception. ARC ON·EAR solves these issues by providing a neutral frequency response and a natural stereo image, allowing you to trust what you hear every time. With precision calibration profiles for hundreds of popular headphone models, this device ensures your mixes translate perfectly across all playback systems.
Unlike software plug-ins or impulse responses, ARC ON·EAR uses advanced physical modelling to simulate the behaviour of real studio monitors in a perfectly treated room. This means you get the natural depth, width, and clarity of a professional control room without artificial reverbs or tonal colouration. Powered by a 32-bit ESS SABRE® converter and a high-quality headphone amplifier, it delivers audiophile-grade sound quality for critical listening.
Headphone Correction and Virtual Monitoring
ARC ON·EAR removes the uncertainty of mixing on headphones by accurately correcting their sound and recreating the experience of listening to studio monitors. This allows you to virtually audition your mixes on a wide range of playback systems, ensuring your productions sound great everywhere.
Precision Calibration Profiles
Each calibration profile is meticulously measured with state-of-the-art reference equipment, guaranteeing transparent and reliable sound reproduction. With support for hundreds of headphone models, you can be sure your listening experience is tailored and accurate to your specific headphones.
Standalone Audiophile DAC and Amplifier
ARC ON·EAR features a dedicated DAC and headphone amplifier circuit used in all calibration profiles, eliminating variables caused by different audio interfaces. This ensures consistent and repeatable performance with ultra-low distortion and high damping factor for pristine audio quality.
Flexible Connectivity and Portable Design
Equipped with USB-C and analogue audio inputs, ARC ON·EAR supports all audio sources, making it ideal for mobile mixing and listening. Its rechargeable battery provides up to 4 hours of standalone operation, allowing you to work confidently anywhere without compromise.
Features
Key Features
- Accurate Headphone Correction - Removes headphone colouration and provides a neutral frequency response, enabling reliable and confident mixing on headphones.
- Advanced Physical Modelling - Recreates the natural soundstage of professional studio monitors in an ideal acoustic space, without artificial effects or tonal changes.
- Audiophile-Grade DAC and Amplifier - Utilises a 32-bit ESS SABRE® converter and a high-quality headphone amplifier circuit for transparent, low-distortion audio reproduction.
- Portable and Versatile - Features USB-C and analogue inputs with a rechargeable battery for up to 4 hours of standalone use, perfect for mixing on the move.
Specifications
Specifications
Audio
- DAC: 32-bit ESS SABRE® converter
- Headphone Amplifier: High-damping-factor, ultra-low-distortion circuit
- Calibration Profiles: Supports hundreds of popular headphone models
- Virtual Monitoring: Over 20 virtual studio monitors and 15 multimedia playback systems
Connectivity
- Inputs: USB-C, Analogue audio input
- Outputs: Headphone output
Power
- Battery: Rechargeable, up to 4 hours standalone operation
- Charging: USB-C
Software
- Control Software: Allows setup, fine-tuning, preset management, and firmware updates
- Presets: Save and load up to 5 custom profiles
- Customisable Function Button
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