IK Multimedia ARC ON•Ear Portable Headphone Correction System Studio Monitoring DAC Amplifier Virtual Speakers Calibration Profiles 250+ Headphones Standalone Presets

Specifications

• Portable Standalone Headphone System – ARC ON EAR transforms any headphones into a professional reference tool with precision calibration. Mix, master, and produce anywhere without a DAW or plug-in. Supports USB-C and 3.5 mm inputs and works with any OS, app, or playback system, making your studio mobile.
• Accurate Calibration for 250+ Headphones – Access over 250 precise headphone profiles measured on advanced rigs to flatten frequency response and remove colouration. Achieve transparent sound and reliable monitoring for critical mix decisions, ensuring your mixes translate perfectly across all playback systems.
• Virtual Speaker Simulation for Realistic Monitoring – Proprietary DSP and physical modelling recreate the feel of professional studio monitors. The Virtual Speaker feature allows you to hear mixes on over 20 studio monitors and 15 multimedia playback systems, including car audio, smartphones, and TVs, providing confidence in tonal balance and spatial accuracy.
• High-Fidelity Audiophile DAC and Amplifier – ESS SABRE 32-bit converters, high-current headphone amplification, and digitally controlled analogue volume ensure pristine sound quality with ultra-low noise and dynamic clarity. Compatible with standard 6.3 mm headphones and delivers professional audio performance anywhere.
• Customizable Presets and Control Software – Store up to five presets for quick access and manage headphone profiles, simulations, and settings with ARC ON EAR Control Software. Fine-tune sonics to your preference, assign functions to the user button, and update your headphone library with firmware improvements for a future-proof solution.