Ik Multimedia ARC ON-EAR Headphone Amplifier

ARC ON-EAR Portable Headphone DAC & Studio Simulation

Finally, experience the truth in your headphones. ARC ON-EAR is a groundbreaking standalone DAC and headphone amplifier that instantly corrects your headphones response and recreates the natural soundstage of professional studio monitorswherever you are. Mix, master, and produce with confidence, without ever second-guessing your mix.

Key Features

• Portable Headphone Correction: Calibrates your headphones for neutral, transparent sound using precision profiles.

• Virtual Studio Monitoring: Proprietary DSP and physical modeling recreate the stereo image and room feel of studio monitors.

• Extensive Headphone Support: Over 250 hand-measured headphone profiles at launch, with new profiles added regularly.

• Virtual Playback Systems: Simulate mixes on over 20 studio monitors and 15+ real-world playback systems like car stereos, smartphones, TVs, and soundbars.

• High-Quality DAC & Amplifier: ESS SABRE 32-bit converters, high-current headphone amp, ultra-low distortion, massive headroom, and bit-perfect sound at any volume.

• Custom Presets & Software Control: Manage headphone profiles, speaker simulations, EQ, and presets with ARC ON-EAR Control Software.

• Compact & Durable Design: Rugged aluminum chassis, elegant for both studio and mobile use, complete with a protective carrying case.

• Flexible Connectivity: Analog 3.5 mm and digital USB-C input, standard 6.3 mm headphone output, battery-powered for total freedom.